01
Start early
By getting an early start, before architects have started their design work, we limit difficulties caused when residents-neighbours express their opinions after the plans are already done.
02
Choose well
It is also important to select architects who are willing to process the comments into their designs and are able to communicate the results of their work.
03
Cooperate
Creating a working group comprised of local government representatives, local active individuals and organisations and the developer is key.
04
Get ready
Careful preparation of planning meetings is also necessary. A quality program and materials, facilitators, giving residents-neighbours enough advance notice of the meetings are a prerequisite for a successful participatory meeting.