Date: May 17th, 2025 Presented by: Josh Wilson and Mike Zizka This half day workshop will explore both the science of wetlands and the regulation of development related to wetlands in CT. Josh Wilson, Senior Ecologist at Biohabitats and Chair of the East Hampton Inland Wetlands Watercourse Agency, will discuss the scientific and ecological issues […]
Land Use Academy
CLEAR Maps: Fundamentals of Site Plan Review and Using CT ECO Map Viewers
Date: April 11th, 2025 Presented by: Emily Wilson and Bertotti, UConn CLEAR This training is most helpful to newly appointed or elected Land Use Commissioners. It will cover 2.5 general commissioner training hours under the CGS 8-4c (Fair and Affordable Housing hour will NOT be covered). Description: The first session will focus on “Fundamentals of Site […]
Land Use Academy Advanced Training: SAVE the DATE
Save the Date: Land Use Academy Advanced Training Date: October 25, 2025 Three or more (3+) general commissioner training hours and one (1) hour of commissioner training in Fair and Affordable Housing Practices as required under the CGS 8-4c. Breakfast and lunch provided. Cost $60. Content will be similar to 2024 training. NOTE: This […]
Fundamentals of Site Plan Reading and Interpretation
Fundamentals of Site Plan Reading and Interpretation Date: July 16, 2025 / July 24, 2025 This hands-on training is most helpful to those with little or no experience in site plan reading and interpretation. We offer two opportunities to attend, on July 16th and July 24th. NOTE: Content of training will be the same on […]
Land Use Academy Basic Training for New Commissioners
Land Use Academy Basic Training for New Commissioners Date: April 26, 2025 This training is most helpful to newly appointed or elected Land Use Commissioners and those with little or no experience in site plan reading and interpretation. Three or more (3+) general commissioner training hours under the CGS 8-4c (Fair and Affordable Housing hour […]
Land Use Academy: Basic Training Session 9
December 19, 2024 Presented by: Renata Bertotti, UConn CLEAR Fundamentals of Site Plan Reading Presentation Recording and Slides Coming Soon.
Land Use Academy: Advanced Training at UConn Middlesex County Extension Center
Date: October 19, 2024 Time: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. (Registration and breakfast begin at 8:30 a.m.) Location: UConn Middlesex County Extension Center, 1066 Saybrook Road, Haddam, CT 06438 The UConn Center for Land Use Education and Research (CLEAR) will be running an all-day Land Use Academy – Advanced Training. The full four (4) credits […]
Land Use Academy: Basic Training Session 7
October 17, 2024 Presented by: Renata Bertotti, UConn CLEAR Timeline will progress based on interest and questions: Representation by Commission Members Social Media View Recording View Slides
Land Use Academy: Market Forces Impact on Land Use Planning in CT
Recorded October 10, 2024 Presented by: Donald Poland, AICP Hosted by: Renata Bertotti, UConn CLEAR The Role of Land Use Planning and Zoning Regulations (a brief overview) Real Estate Asset Classes (a brief overview of commercial asset classes and CT context) Understanding Market Dynamics (demographics, socioeconomic, psychographics, and trends) Site Selection (understanding the site selection […]
Land Use Academy: Basic Training Session 6
September 19, 2024 Presented by: Renata Bertotti, UConn CLEAR Timeline will progress based on interest and questions: FOIA Conflict of Interest Bias and Predisposition View Recording View Slides
Land Use Academy: Basic Training Session 5
July 18th, 2024 12:00PM Presented by: Renata Bertotti, UConn CLEAR Topics Covered: Public Hearings Commissioner Training Hours: 0.5 View Recording View Slides
Land Use Academy: How Light-Touch Density and Live Local Urban Villages Can Supply Housing Abundance to Connecticut
July 16th, 2024 2:00PM Presented by: Edward Pinto, AEI Housing Center Topics Covered: Affordable & Fair Housing General commissioner training hours: TBD Fair & Affordable Housing training hours: 1 View Recording View Slides
Land Use Academy: Basic Training Session 4
June 20th, 2024 12:00PM Presented by: Renata Bertotti, UConn CLEAR Topics Covered: Alternates Sitewalks Commissioner Training Hours: 0.5 View Recording View Slides
Land Use Academy: Basic Training Webinar for ZBA Members
May 20th, 2024 12:00PM Presented by: Michael Zizka, Halloran Sage Topics Covered: Commissioner Conduct and Conflicts Bias and Pre-determination; Ex-parte Communications; Freedom of Information (FOI) How to deal with applicants’ and public testimony; Statutory standards for variances, including hardship; Differences among ZBA functions: variances, appeals, and other possible matters If you would like to order […]
Land Use Academy: Basic Training Session 3
May 16th, 2024 12:00PM Presented by: Renata Bertotti, UConn CLEAR Topics Covered: Running a Meeting Responsibilities / Fundamental Fairness Commissioner Training Hours: 0.5 View Recording View Slides
Land Use Academy: Basic Training Session 2
April 18th, 2024 12:00PM Presented by: Renata Bertotti, UConn CLEAR Topics Covered: Types of Power of Land Use Commissions Zone Change and Regulation Amendments v. Special Permit v. Site Plan Commissioner Training Hours: 0.5 View Recording View Slides
Role of Riparian Buffers in Watersheds and in Your Landscape
April 17th, 2023 1:00-2:00PM Presented by: Juliana Barrett and Chet Arnold; UConn CLEAR Emeritus In this presentation by Juliana Barrett and Chet Arnold we will explore what riparian buffers are and why they are a critical component of both our coastal and inland communities. Riparian buffers play a critical role in water quality and watershed protection, provide […]
Land Use Academy: Basic Training Session 1
March 21st, 2024 12:00PM Presented by: Renata Bertotti, UConn CLEAR Topics Covered: Legal Basis for Land Use Regulations Commissioner Training Requirements for members of Planning, Zoning, ZBA, Inland Wetlands and Watercourse and Aquifer Protection Commissions Commissioner Training Hours: 0.5 View Recording View Slides
UConn Land Use Academy Celebrates 20th Anniversary and Evolving Needs
CLEAR’s very own Renata Bertotti was featured in UConn Today’s article, UConn Land Use Academy Celebrates 20th Anniversary and Evolving Needs, discussing her work with the Land Use Academy – which is now celebrating its 20th anniversary. The Land Use Academy provides education for local land use planners as they make decisions balancing development and environmental […]
Land Use Academy Advanced Training Session Recordings
UConn CLEAR’s Land Use Academy held a series of three Advanced Legal Procedures virtual training sessions for land use commissioners in February. The sessions included (1) Bias, Conflict and Predisposition; (2) Running a Meeting and Making A Decision; and (3) Fair and Affordable Housing. The session were presented in collaboration with the CT Bar Association. […]