Roger Trancik's Hamlets of the Adirondacks planning process is a Smart Growth framework for revitalizing Adirondack Park communities. Initially developed in the 1980s and expanded through the Hamlets 3 initiative in the 2000s, the process emphasizes that future growth should not include scattered sprawl but rather reinforce and strengthen existing settlement centers. Overall, the process integrates analysis, public participation, planning design, and phased implementation to help Adirondack communities remain vibrant while preserving the distinctive natural landscapes and settlement patterns of the Adirondack Park.
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