(Updated May 2013) Inclusionary zoning is a land-use concept in
which local ordinances require builders to include a certain
amount of housing for low and moderate income households. In
contrast, exclusionary zoning is a technique that effectively
drives up the cost of housing, excluding lower-income households
from the community. Exclusionary zoning practices have been
under attack in communities around the country for decades, most
notably in New Jersey, where the historic Mount Laurel decisions
have led the way in promoting inclusionary zoning techniques and
creating affordable housing. This field guide includes
background information on inclusionary zoning, case studies on
what works and what doesn't, considerations in developing
inclusionary zoning ordinances, and information about Mount
Laurel, NJ. Sample Inclusionary Zoning Ordinances Inclusionary
Zoning Basics Smart Growth/Smart Energy Toolkit,
(Massachusetts.gov, n.d.). Establish Inclusionary Zoning
Policies or Incentives, (HousingPolicy.org, n.d.).