SAGE + STONE PLANNING GROUP
Land Use and Planning
Land Use and Planning
Land Use and Planning
From zoning updates to complex CEQA entitlements, we assist agencies and applicants in navigating land use and environmental review processes with confidence. Our commitment ensures that every project is brought over the finish line, backed by our expertise in planner training.
Environmental Review
Land Use and Planning
Land Use and Planning
With over 25 years of experience, we provide clear, defensible CEQA and NEPA documents that are tailored to your project and community needs. Our environmental review reports are designed for clarity and ensure project success, while also supporting effective land use planning and planner training.
LAFCO + EO Services
Land Use and Planning
Core Planner Skill and AI Training
With firsthand experience running LAFCO operations as an Executive Officer, we support agencies through MSRs, SOI updates, and complex EO services, ensuring compliance with CEQA and facilitating environmental review processes that align with effective Land Use planning and planner training.
Core Planner Skill and AI Training
Core Planner Skill and AI Training
Core Planner Skill and AI Training
This training series combines practical project analysis, real-world planning fundamentals, and the latest AI tools to streamline CEQA and environmental review. Participants gain the skills to interpret zoning and general plans, spot red flags in applications, prepare defensible documents, and communicate effectively with applicants, agencies, and the public—building confidence to handle the full scope of planning practice.
The PlanWell Project
Core Planner Skill and AI Training
Technical + "Write-Along" Classes
The PlanWell Project is our commitment to the resilience of public and private sector planners—because thriving professionals build thriving communities. Our initiative supports planners with essential training in Land Use and CEQA to enhance their skills in environmental review. Subscribe to our supportive, planner-led community for weekly insights and reminders that help you stay grounded, mindful, and mentally ready to plan with clarity and purpose.
Technical + "Write-Along" Classes
Core Planner Skill and AI Training
Technical + "Write-Along" Classes
Many planners have strong analytical skills but struggle to communicate clearly in writing, particularly when it comes to CEQA and environmental review processes. We offer targeted planner training for public agency planners who need support in translating complex analysis into professional staff reports, memos, and findings related to Land Use. Invest in the writing skills of your staff to keep essential resources and revenue in-house.