Some Solutions
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qDistrict wide planning
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qDetermine preferred form of growth and development (growth concept)
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qCoordinated services
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qCooperative municipal decision making
There are several courses of action that can be undertaken to address these challenges, and deal with potential issues before they become problems. Broad-scale district wide planning is crucial.
•Municipal planning documents must contain policies on municipal infrastructure that:
•PROMOTE EFFICIENT USE OF EXISTING
•REDUCE NEED FOR NEW
•Development to be given highest priority should include:
•INFILL
•HIGHER DENSITY

•MINIMAL COST SERVICE EXTENSION (often through shared services agreements)

•Minimizing competition among municipalities for commercial development throughout the district.
•Reduce inefficient practice of leapfrog development


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