Written by: Matthew McGuire

The National Award for Smart Growth Achievement, is presented by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. These awards show recognition to communities that use innovative strategies to strengthen their economies, provide housing and transportation choices, develop in ways that bring benefits to a wide range of residents, and protect the environment.

EPA’s 2015 National Awards for Smart Growth Achievement

2015 Award Winners

On September 17, 2015, EPA announced the winners of the 2015 National Award for Smart Growth Achievement:

• Corridor or Neighborhood Revitalization
  Jackson Walk
  Jackson, Tennessee

• Built Projects
  City of Hamilton and Historic Developers, LLC, Public-Private Partnership
  Hamilton, Ohio

• Plazas, Parks, and Public Places
  Riverfront Park
  Newark, New Jersey

National News