- Fitness: less driving, more walking or biking
- Clean air: reduced air pollution and asthma risk
- Green space: conserving forests and streams protects water quality, and our regional treasure, the Chesapeake Bay
- Nutrition: protecting local farmland brings fresh produce, meats and dairy to the table.
Designing neighborhoods for better health is a hot topic in the health community today. It's easy to see the many health benefits of smart growth communities:
With the right planning, our region can build more walkable, transit-oriented communities that encourage healthy living.