Lydia Ness, Senior Associate

Lydia is an urban planner who specializes in land use planning, housing policy, and community engagement. With an understanding of land use regulations and policy impacts on housing, she is committed to breaking down barriers and finding creative solutions to address local communities’ housing needs. With a keen eye for detail, Lydia possesses an understanding of the intricacies of land use regulations, zoning ordinances, and local planning policies. This expertise enables her to identify potential hurdles in housing development and devise strategic solutions to address regulatory challenges, through projects such as zoning code audits and amendments, best practice research and analyses, and housing policy choices.

Navigating complex building codes and regulations can be overwhelming for many communities. By simplifying technical jargon and providing transparent guidance, she uses various community engagement activities and techniques to empower communities in the decision making process for local planning processes. It is through her experience with both the technical and engagement work that allows her to communicate complex planning issues for the public.

Contact:
Lydia@Cascadia-Partners.com