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We are now able to accept submissions directly in ScholarWorks. For submissions that are not doctoral dissertations or masters theses, please log in with your NetID, click the + (plus) in to the top left corner, and select the Submit Research option.
Graduate students filing for February 2025 degrees: We are now accepting submissions directly to ScholarWorks. Directions for submissions can be found in this guide. Please email scholarworks@library.umass.edu if you have any questions.
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Person Publication An Analysis of the Possible Utilization of Local Government to Aid Small Quantity Generators of Hazardous Waste Comply with Federal and State Regulation(1986)This study investigates the potential role of local governments in assisting Small Quantity Generators (SQGs) of hazardous waste to comply with federal and state regulations. A survey of state regulatory agencies in the Northeast Region revealed that only a limited number of states effectively utilize local governments in this capacity, with most rating their involvement as somewhat effective or minimal. The research also explores the challenges faced by SQGs and regulatory agencies, highlighting barriers such as SQGs’ reluctance to disclose hazardous waste practices and the limited effectiveness of state agencies in providing support. The study emphasizes the need for locally administered, sensitive programs that combine personal communication and technical expertise to help SQGs address waste management without fear of punitive consequences. Recommendations include developing cooperative programs involving local governments, Cooperative Extension Services, Chambers of Commerce, and trade associations to foster compliance through support rather than enforcement.Publication Bedminster: Planning for the Future Development Pressures on Bedminster Township, Bucks County, Pennsylvania and Measures to Achieve Natural Resource Protection(1974)Rural planning in the United States has historically received limited attention compared to urban planning, leaving many rural communities vulnerable to poorly managed development. This study examines a rural township within a metropolitan area that is facing increasing development pressures, particularly due to the creation of a new state park along its border. The research explores the planning tools currently available for natural resource protection and land-use management, assesses the roles and powers of planning agencies at various government levels, and identifies critical gaps in local planning capacity. It reveals that while local officials hold the most direct power over development, they are often the least equipped to manage it effectively. Additionally, residents—another potentially influential group—tend to lack awareness and engagement. The study proposes an implementation plan aimed at empowering residents and guiding township officials to adopt proactive planning measures. These recommendations are designed not only for the study community but can also be applied broadly to similar rural areas facing development challenges.Publication Publication Designing Neighborhoods: An Analysis of the Principles of Community Planning and A Proposal for Tradional Design Guidelines.(1988)The design of modern neighborhoods has largely been dominated by civil engineers and land use planners, often without adequate consideration for aesthetic, environmental, and human-centered design principles. As a result, contemporary suburban sprawl and decaying urban cores are not accidents, but the predictable outcomes of rigid zoning ordinances that prioritize traffic flow, abundant parking, and strict land-use separation. These regulations have effectively outlawed the development of walkable, mixed-use neighborhoods reminiscent of historic communities. This chapter argues for a stronger role for Landscape Architects in shaping neighborhood design, advocating for planning approaches that integrate design sensitivity and historical urban patterns. The project proposes a matrix-based guideline system to support the development of vibrant, livable communities by cross-referencing key design variables—such as density, land use, and building form—with successful urban principles espoused by figures like Frederick Law Olmsted and New Urbanists such as Andres Duany and Elizabeth Plater-Zyberk.
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