Scot Hein was one of the most respected planners at Vancouver City Hall. For the last few years, he has been using his skills to train other planners. He has now announced a new short course that will be of value to neighbourhood activists and all those interested in dealing with the City’s zoning and planning departments.
As Scot describes it: “Essentially I will be sharing my best tools, methods, case studies/precedents and engagement practices for all stakeholders towards positive shared results. We’ll also practice how to start a productive design oriented conversation in the neighbourhood.”
It is a four-week course in September that includes a walking tour of Kitsilano. Full details are here: https://www.sfu.ca/continuing-studies/courses/city/introduction-to-neighbourhood-design.html
Course Description
Make a difference in the future of your neighborhood. While city-building has traditionally been a top-down undertaking, neighborhood design has focused on building from the grassroots up. In this course, you will learn the basic tools and strategies to help you join the conversation and advocate for the neighbourhood you want to live in.
You will build a toolkit to help you navigate public processes, including: permitting, zoning, economic planning, context reading, and choosing appropriate built forms. Through examinations of relevant case studies, you will learn how to strategically convey local aspirations towards thoughtful, transformative outcomes.
You’ll also have an opportunity to discuss the current urban design challenges facing your neighbourhood, and develop specific co-design participatory strategies to address them. Walk away with an achievable plan and a support network comprised of others who are passionate about place-making.
Overview
Location: Online and Vancouver
Duration: 4 weeks
Tuition: $455
Schedule
- Tue, Sep 10, 6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. Pacific Time (virtual class)
- Sat, Sep 14, 10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. Pacific Time (field trip)
- Tue, Sep 17, 6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. Pacific Time (virtual class)
- Tue, Sep 24, 6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. Pacific Time (virtual class)
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For more information, visit the SFU website.
