November 10, 2023
The Relationship Between Future Land Use & Zoning
Without knowing the difference, land use and zoning in a city can sound very similar. But these two terms have several important distinctions.
Read MoreResiliency: Designing Landscapes to Last
September 27, 2023
Landscaping is something that we see every day, but we may not realize its importance until it’s not there. Natural elements help a space look complete and welcoming.
Read MoreSchool Concurrency: How FL Districts Monitor Community Growth for Capacity Planning
July 10, 2023
Schools are the cornerstones of our community. They provide meeting spaces for scout troop meetings, watching football on Fridays, and listening to the band play and practice.
Read MoreFunding and the Future of Public School Facilities in Florida: Insights from Experts in School Planning
June 27, 2023
Public schools play a major role in any community. Beyond serving as the primary community educator, school facilities also serve as election polling places, community meeting locations, holiday marketplaces, youth group fundraising events, and event/athletic centers.
Read MoreHow to Determine Buildable Area
May 5, 2023
Before designing a structure, developers and civil engineers need to know how much land is actually available to build on. But how does one accomplish that if there is no one way to compute development yield?
Read MoreHow Do Trees Affect Land Development?
March 30, 2023
When considering property for land development and construction, trees are an important consideration that can easily be overlooked. From regulations to budget constraints, we’ll discuss how JBPro strikes a balance between preserving the natural landscape and creating a functional design that meets our clients’ needs.
Read MoreWhat Makes a Good Engineering or Surveying Intern?
January 28, 2023
Over the years, we’ve had dozens of students come through our doors looking for an internship. Some have a clear vision of what their career path will look like, while others are still searching for what calls to them.
Read MoreA Letter from Jay Brown – 2022
December 15, 2022
At this time of year, I really enjoy looking back on our journey throughout the year and reflecting on our company’s growth and accomplishments. At JBPro, our staff continues to do great things and push us forward as we try to grow and expand our limits.
Read MoreValid Objections to a Change of Land Use
November 29, 2022
When dreaming of the next addition to your community, it can be exciting to envision how well a project will fit into the area around it. However, what may seem like a big hit to a developer could be stopped in its tracks when brought up against land use standards.
Read MoreLand Use Planning and Ethics
October 27, 2022
With all of their qualifications, planners still face constant ethical dilemmas and must work hard to do the right thing. In honor of National Community Planning month, we wanted to talk about some of the concerns they face.
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