Traditional community planning is broken. Too often, it places emphasis on making wish lists instead of on confronting difficult, politically-charged challenges. czb was founded as the antidote. Our unique approach to urban planning and community development puts you on the front lines of creative problem-solving. Together, we’ll ask the hard questions, challenge assumptions, and speak unpopular truths. And when we leave town, you’ll have a real-world, actionable sense of what needs to be done — and the confidence you need to make the best possible decisions.
All too often, traditional community planning prioritizes wish lists over the hard work of confronting politically-charged challenges. czb was founded as the antidote.
We’ll ask the hard questions, challenge assumptions, and speak unpopular truths. And when we leave town, you’ll have an actionable sense of what needs to be done and the confidence to make the best possible decisions.
What czb does
We believe the word “plan” is problematic. Because market, political, and other forces are inherently unpredictable, communities need more than a “to do” list. They need a way to consistently make good decisions.
About czb’s method
We use a unique, mixed-method approach that examines facts without abandoning community sentiment or political realities. We’ll map your community’s market health and identify needed behavioral changes. We’ll guide you through the tough choices. And we’ll rely on you.
Where czb has worked
Our work has taken us from Alaska to Florida and from Maine to New Mexico. At every turn, our unique, on-the-ground approach has revealed fascinating insights and jumpstarted community engagement.
What czb does
We believe the word “plan” is problematic. Because market, political, and other forces are inherently unpredictable, communities need more than a “to do” list. They need a way to consistently make good decisions.
About czb’s method
We use a unique, mixed-method approach that examines facts without abandoning community sentiment and political reality. We’ll map your community’s health and identify needed behavioral changes. We’ll guide you through the tough choices. And we’ll rely on you.
Where czb has worked
Our work has taken us from Alaska to Florida and from Maine to New Mexico. At every turn, our unique, on-the-ground approach has revealed fascinating insights and jumpstarted community engagement.
czb is an award-winning urban planning firm actively working in cities, towns, and regions across America. We invite you to follow along as we travel the country to explore new communities and help them build the capacity to design their own futures.
Interested in learning about czb’s philosophy? Read insights from our interdisciplinary team, which includes some of the country’s finest minds in urban planning and community development.
czbLLC
2001 Mount Vernon Avenue
Alexandria, VA 22301