Brian R. Forschner, Aicp Email & Phone Number

Lead Xenia's long range planning efforts, development project review, and code enforcement. Collaborate with or lead strategic economic/community development and infrastructure projects to advance local economy and quality of life. Advise City leaders on land use and development policies and decisions.Project examples:-Award-winning comprehensive plan (“X-Plan") and update (“neXtPlan”)- In-house GIS-based digital “one stop shop” for zoning + building permitting-Python-driven automation of code enforcement and permitting functions- Demolition of dozens of vacant, dilapidated homes, incentives for infill redevelopment- Rewrite of zoning and subdivision regulations- $1 million park improvement program including disc golf course, splash pad, new playgrounds, trails- Downtown mobility improvements: protected 2-way bike lane. road diet, ped/bike crossing enhancements and intersection improvements- Xenia Market District redevelopment team- Xenia Station Hub District revitalization plan (2024 Congress for New Urbanism Legacy Project)

Independent urban planning and economic development consulting practice. Helped local governments and related clients:- Develop and articulate a vision for future development, and then identify strategies and resources to implement the vision.- Make informed decisions about land use and infrastructure, maximizing community benefits and return on public investment.- Reduce time, energy and dollars spent on reactive decisionmaking by becoming proactive.Services and experience included community planning, economic development, urban revitalization, development regulation/review/analysis, and graphic design.

Managed and authored long-range community plans and strategic downtown plans for local governments. Submitted a successful application to the State of Ohio for a tax incentive district.Designed layouts and supportive graphics for proposals, reports and brochures.Supported business development efforts by writing proposals, networking and working with team members on marketing strategies.Projects included the 2030 Hendersonville, NC Comprehensive Plan, recipient of the 2009 NCAPA Marvin Collins Planning Award.

Managed Southwest Ohio office from November 2007 to July 2008.Managed and authored long-range and strategic development plans for local governments.Conducted a market study for a mixed-use urban entertainment district.Analyzed fiscal costs and benefits and infrastructure impacts of tax incentives, development projects and projected growth for local governments.Developed design guidelines and zoning amendments.Designed layouts and supportive graphics for proposals, reports and brochures.Served as zoning administrator in a consulting role for municipalities.Supported business development efforts by writing proposals, presenting at interviews and networking.

Managed a comprehensive plan update that included a market study and a land use cost of services analysis.Administered tax incentive programs and negotiated incentive agreements with businesses.Provided and analyzed demographic data to support planning and economic development efforts.Created a database to track housing market conditions.Assisted with zoning administration.

Conducted market-informed neighborhood plans.Completed blight studies to facilitate revitalization.Coordinated outreach to community groups to maintain a positive working relationship with the Planning Commission.

Masters, City And Regional Planning

Bachelors, Geography, Urban And Regional Planning