Better Models for Development on the Eastern Shore
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Better Models for Development on the Eastern Shore Author: Edward McMahon
Publisher: The Conservation Fund and the Eastern Shore Land Conservancy, 2003; reprinted 2006
Layout: Softcover booklet, 16 full color pages
Price: $10.00

Price includes shipping.

Better Models for Development on the Eastern Shore is a one of a kind publication for improving the design and siting of new commercial development on the Eastern Shore. This booklet, co-published with the Eastern Shore Land Conservancy, was written for elected officials, planning commissioners, developers and interested citizens on the Delmarva Peninsula. Better Models shows how new commercial development can be made more attractive, more efficient and more profitable.

Through extensive use of photos and illustrations, Better Models provides suggestions for improving the quality and design of franchises, chain stores and big box retailers. Whether it is a new fast food restaurant, gas station, convenience store or chain drug store, this booklet shows how new commercial development can respect local community character and identity.

This booklet provides numerous examples of communities where national franchises and chain stores have changed their standard building design to “fit in” with the local character of the surrounding community. The booklet also sets out “Eight Steps for Reshaping the Strip,” outlines the reasons why sign control is so important and provides numerous tips and lessons learned, as well as a bibliography of additional resources. In addition, the booklet provides over 60 examples – all in full color – of commercial development that is good for both business and the environment.

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