land use

West Virginia Zoning Case's Potential Impact on Local Control of Oil and Gas Activities

West Virginia Zoning Case's Potential Impact on Local Control of Oil and Gas Activities

SWN Production Company, LLC, a Texas-based natural gas developer, is appealing a West Virginia circuit court decision upholding local zoning laws’ ability to limit the location of oil and gas activities. The appeal’s outcome may greatly affect the ability of local governments to control oil and gas activities in their communities.

How to Start a Community Garden: Converting a Vacant Lot

How to Start a Community Garden: Converting a Vacant Lot

It’s mid-winter, the perfect time to start planning a community garden and have it ready for the thaw.  Community gardens are a great way to turn previously unused land into a vibrant community space that promotes health and education for members of all ages! All throughout the Appalachian basin communities are finding creative ways to reuse land as shared gardens.