As a non-partisan research organization, ULI is uniquely positioned to offer land use advice, based upon sound principles and best practices. Because ULI represents a steadfast commitment to responsible public policy, we can leverage our members’ vast expertise to inform and advise City leaders on the rewrite of the code.

Between November 2016 – April 2017 ULI Austin hosted a series of member-led roundtable discussions to examine CodeNEXT and focus on specific aspects of the Code where ULI can have the most impact.

Five work groups met monthly to do a deep dive into specific areas of the code and produce recommendations.  The work groups’ position papers, listed below, were shared with City leaders and consultants advising CodeNEXT: