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Open Climate Resilience Policies
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Policy Library

Browse our collection of climate resilience policies and implementation examples.

The Dynamic Design Standard Act

The Nighttime Recovery Standard

The Right to Breathe / Healthy Buildings Policy

The Self-Enforcing Street Design Code

Urban Forest Management Policy Model

A comprehensive framework for managing urban forests as essential infrastructure, emphasizing conservation, equity, and strategic planning based on the Cities4Forests Policy Library guidance.

Generic policy

Urban Heat Island Mitigation Model Policy

Comprehensive model policy for reducing urban heat islands through green infrastructure, reflective materials, and strategic urban planning measures.

Generic policy

Urban Lawn Watering Policy Model

A comprehensive framework for managing urban water consumption through mandatory lawn watering restrictions, exceptions, educational best practices, and enforcement strategies.

Generic policy

Waste Equity (Pay-As-You-Throw)