Plan and Policy Development Flashcards
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Which technique is used in policy analysis to estimate the financial costs and benefits of a proposed policy over its expected life?
Answer: Cost-benefit analysis
Cost-benefit analysis (CBA) quantifies and compares the monetary costs and benefits of a policy or project to assess its net value.
What is the primary purpose of a 'housing element' in a California-style comprehensive plan?
Answer: To identify sites and policies to accommodate projected housing needs
A housing element identifies adequate sites and programs to meet the jurisdiction's share of regional housing needs across all income levels.
The concept of 'horizontal consistency' in planning refers to:
Answer: Consistency among different jurisdictions' plans in a region
Horizontal consistency refers to coordination and compatibility among plans of different jurisdictions at the same governmental level, such as neighboring cities.
An 'implementation matrix' in a comprehensive plan typically includes which of the following?
Answer: Actions, responsible parties, timelines, and funding sources for each policy
An implementation matrix translates plan policies into actionable items by specifying who is responsible, when it must be done, and how it will be funded.
In collaborative planning theory, 'communicative rationality' (Habermas) emphasizes which of the following?
Answer: Reaching consensus through open, inclusive dialogue free from coercion
Habermas's communicative rationality holds that legitimate planning decisions emerge from inclusive, transparent dialogue where all stakeholders can participate without coercion.
Which scenario best illustrates a 'wicked problem' in planning?
Answer: Reducing regional traffic congestion while balancing growth, equity, and environmental concerns
Wicked problems are complex, interconnected policy challenges with no definitive solution, exemplified by traffic congestion that links land use, economics, equity, and environment.
A 'form-based code' differs from conventional zoning primarily because it:
Answer: Emphasizes physical form and design standards over land use separation
Form-based codes regulate the physical form, scale, and design of buildings and public spaces rather than primarily segregating land uses.