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In the US and beyond, we use and rely on technology on a daily basis for business and personal needs.

mobile phones….

In 2005, 13% of US population has a mobile phone Source: International Association for Wireless Telecommunications

In 2010, 96% of US population has a mobile phone Source: International Association for Wireless Telecommunications

Source: Pew Research Center computers….

In 2010, 57% of US households have a desktop computer Source: International Association for Wireless Telecommunications

In 2010, 56% of US households have a laptop computer Source: International Association for Wireless Telecommunications

In 2010, 12% of US households own a reading device (i.e., Kindle, Nook) Source: International Association for Wireless Telecommunications

In 2010, 8% of US households own a tablet (i.e., iPad) Source: International Association for Wireless Telecommunications

Source: US Census We expect answers from the internet….

In 2010, 77% of US adults use the internet Source: Pew Research Center

In 2010, 92% of US adult internet users send or read email Source: Pew Research Center

In 2010, 87% of US adult internet users use a search engine to find information Source: Pew Research Center

In 2010, 67% of US adult internet users look for information about their local, state or federal government Source: Pew Research Center

In 2010, 66% of US adult internet users buy a product online Source: Pew Research Center

Source: US Census We use the internet to connect with each other….

In 2010, 61% of US adult internet users visit social networking sites Source: Pew Research Center

In 2010, 38 is the average age of social networking site users Source: Pew Research Center

What about you?

Own a mobile phone? Own a computer? Use the internet for business? Use the internet for personal use? Send and read email? Do online research?

Shouldn’t everyday technology from our business and personal lives be integrated with local government?

Shouldn’t technology from our business and personal lives be integrated with local government? Why isn’t it?

Source: National League of Cities Many local governments have a renewed interest in policies that support and grow their small business community

Source: National League of Cities Many local governments have a renewed interest in policies that support and grow their small business community How can everyday technology help?

Communities can provide regulatory assistance that includes one-stop shops and streamlining permitting/zoning processes.

clearzoning is a municipal coding process

It maintains the regulatory effect of a zoning ordinance clearzoning is a municipal coding process

It maintains the regulatory effect of a zoning ordinance It’s your code, only better clearzoning is a municipal coding process

It maintains the regulatory effect of a zoning ordinance It’s your code, only better No expensive or proprietary software is needed clearzoning is a municipal coding process

Does Your Ordinance Look Like This?

Does Your Ordinance Look Like This? Can most of your municipal staff answer basic zoning questions?

Does Your Ordinance Look Like This Online?

Does Your Ordinance Look Like This Online? How is this system improving the understanding of the zoning ordinance?

Does Your Ordinance Look Like This Online? Can a user refer easily to related sections of the zoning code?

Does Your Ordinance Look Like This Online? Are colorful graphics integrated into the layout?

Does Your Ordinance Look Like This Online? Are you paying an annual fee for hosting your zoning ordinance with an outside vendor?

Clearzoning is about transformation It consolidates text and adds graphics, reducing bulk and clarifying regulations

The end result is a user-friendly, clear, digital document that: is hosted on your municipal website

The end result is a user-friendly, clear, digital document that: is hosted on your municipal website links the zoning map legend to zoning text

The end result is a user-friendly, clear, digital document that: is hosted on your municipal website links the zoning map legend to zoning text connects sections of the code to other sections

The end result is a user-friendly, clear, digital document that: is hosted on your municipal website links the zoning map legend to zoning text connects sections of the code to other sections reduces the number of pages

The end result is a user-friendly, clear, digital document that: is hosted on your municipal website links the zoning map legend to zoning text connects sections of the code to other sections reduces the number of pages enhances “readability” and understanding

The end result is a user-friendly, clear, digital document that: is hosted on your municipal website links the zoning map legend to zoning text connects sections of the code to other sections reduces the number of pages enhances “readability” and understanding engages users using everyday technology

The end result is a user-friendly, clear, digital document that: is hosted on your municipal website links the zoning map legend to zoning text connects sections of the code to other sections reduces the number of pages enhances “readability” and understanding engages users using everyday technology It may also be printed and bound as a hard-copy

A clearzoning Code: Clear and Connected Zoning districts are simply laid out as a two-page spread, containing all basic zoning information

A clearzoning Code: Clear and Connected Each district features an easy-to-read list of permitted uses, with hyperlinks to relevant sections in the ordinance

Each district features an easy-to-read list of basic zoning requirements, with graphics to aid understanding

Navigation Buttons: Instant access to zoning map Table of contents in one click “How To” help from every page

Article Side Tabs: Intuitive access Reach section contents with one click Organization that is easy to understand

No fumbling through hundreds of pages Harness the Power of Hyperlinked Text:

No fumbling through hundreds of pages No post-it notes required Harness the Power of Hyperlinked Text:

No fumbling through hundreds of pages No post-it notes required Instantly reach any cross-reference Harness the Power of Hyperlinked Text:

No fumbling through hundreds of pages No post-it notes required Instantly reach any cross-reference Save valuable time of citizens, business owners and staff Harness the Power of Hyperlinked Text:

No fumbling through hundreds of pages No post-it notes required Instantly reach any cross-reference Save valuable time of citizens, business owners and staff Improve your customer service Harness the Power of Hyperlinked Text:

A clearzoning ordinance:

A clearzoning ordinance: Reduces paper

A clearzoning ordinance: Reduces paper Reduces counter time answering questions

A clearzoning ordinance: Reduces paper Reduces counter time answering questions Enhances economic development

A clearzoning ordinance: Reduces paper Reduces counter time answering questions Enhances economic development Allows the zoning code to be used around the clock and around the world, and

A clearzoning ordinance: Reduces paper Reduces counter time answering questions Enhances economic development Allows the zoning code to be used around the clock and around the world, and Promotes a better understanding of the Code to developers, business owners, & citizens

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