Project Scope A. Land Analysis: Conduct a comprehensive land analysis of key growth areas within the city to support new employment and residential growth. • Analyze general site characteristics and constraints, including: o Topography and soil types o Environmental corridors (wetlands, shoreland, floodplain) o Historic and archeological features o Existing and planned utility infrastructure o Existing and planned transportation network o Restrictive easements o Potential barriers (e.g., regulatory, political, etc.) • Identify strategies to remove or mitigate development barriers • Estimate the level of investment needed to prepare sites for development, including: o Cost estimates of necessary environmental reviews, studies, or regulatory compliance B. Market Analysis: Evaluate current market conditions and development potential within identified key areas. • Document the current land values in focus areas • Evaluate trends and market conditions for demand and land development opportunities • Review the 2025 Housing Study and identify sites—both within and beyond the focus areas in Exhibit 1—that can meet projected housing demand...
