How a 30-Minute Appointment Can Open the Door for Local Investment 

For many would-be builders, the first hurdle isn’t money or land — it’s the maze of paperwork standing between a good idea and a shovel in the ground. Zoning codes, permitting rules, and staff expectations often turn small, community-minded projects into nonstarters. But in Bentonville, Arkansas, a simple fix is opening doors: free 30-minute meetings with city planners. The sessions give small developers early guidance, saving time and money — and showing how small policy tweaks can make big local change. Edward Erfurt with Strong Towns has the introduction to an idea that’s a short read and easy to deliver.

Edward Erfurt

Strong Towns

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