Neil Pade

Neil Pade is an Adjunct Professor at the University of Connecticut's School of Public Policy (SPP) and the Director of Planning and Community Development for the Town of Canton, CT, since 2007. His career spans 30 years in public and private sectors, focusing on zoning regulation, strategic economic development, and environmental resource protection. He also holds professional certifications, including AICP, and serves as a gubernatorial appointee to the Connecticut Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Board.

• Education
  • MBA from the University of Hartford
  • BS in Environmental Geology from the State University of New York

His research interests align with his professional work in urban planning, community development, and environmental policy, with notable expertise in form-based coding and municipal planning systems. His publications and projects center on sustainable development and infrastructure integration.

Scientific Awards:

• Connecticut Chapter of the American Planning Association
• National Form-Based Code Institute
• Smart Growth America
• Connecticut Economic Developers Association
• State Main Street Program