FAQs

Climate Smart Communities (CSC) are part of a New York State program that helps local governments take action to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and adapt to a changing climate.

Smart growth is an urban planning and transportation theory that concentrates growth in compact walkable urban centers to avoid sprawl.

Principals of smart growth include taking advantage of compact building design; creating walkable neighborhoods and a range of housing opportunities and choices; fostering distinctive, attractive communities with a strong sense of place; preserving open space, farmland, natural beauty, and critical environmental areas. 

MS4: Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System

SPDES: State Pollutants Discharge Elimination Permit

SWMP: Stormwater Management Plan

CSMSC: Climate Smart Community