Michigan Land Use Institute

For State Farmers and Their Land, New Respect

Michigan State University study concludes farmland should be regarded as a solid base for a new economic strategy.

13 November 2005 - 11:00am

Michigan Land Use Institute

Wolves Making a Comeback in Northern Michigan

For the first time since 1910, when they were exterminated by a state bounty, wolves have returned to Michiganâ€™s Lower Peninsula thanks to the Endangered Species Act.

1 November 2005 - 10:00am

Michigan Land Use Institute

Winning Downtowns Stack Their Decks

The age of attractive parking structures has arrived.

27 October 2005 - 2:00pm

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Legalizing New Urbanism

Some states ease laws to allow traditional neighborhood development.

25 October 2005 - 8:00am

Michigan Land Use Institute

Rewarding Builders Who Build In The Right Places

New standards by Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design for Neighborhood Development (LEED-ND) reward developers who build in the right places.

21 October 2005 - 12:16pm

Michigan Land Use Institute

Getting Smart With Mr. Grow

A Utah visionary points the way to regionalism and public transit in Michigan.

12 October 2005 - 10:00am

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Go Organic, Get a Tax Cut

Iowa county hopes incentives will boost population and economy.

3 October 2005 - 10:00am

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When Can Johnny Start Walking to School Again?

The small schools and Smart Growth movements are now working to change the rules and habits that contribute to school sprawl.

18 September 2005 - 7:00am

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The Incredible Shrinking Box

Retailers shape stores to fit urban settings.

13 September 2005 - 8:00am

Michigan Land Use Institute

Better Great Lakes, More Great Jobs

Restoration would spur long-range growth in the Great Lakes region.

3 September 2005 - 1:00pm

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America

More Americans can’t afford decent housing.

29 August 2005 - 8:00am

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Saving Water Means Saving Money

More and more Michigan companies discover new profits in water conservation.

12 August 2005 - 6:00am

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Court Supports Public's Right To Walk Great Lake Beaches

Michigan Supreme Court unanimously supports public’s right to walk Great Lakes beaches.

3 August 2005 - 10:00am

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Billion Great Lakes Plan Trigger Cleanup Or Brush-off?

So far, Great Lakes restoration has many friends and few dollars.

1 August 2005 - 6:00am

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Big Project Agreements Yield Big Community Benefits

New approach makes sure urban redevelopment helps neighborhoods

29 July 2005 - 6:00am

Michigan Land Use Institute

Downtowns Harvest Farmers Markets

Farm-fresh foods build commerce, culture, community

25 July 2005 - 2:00pm

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In Local Fruits, Vegetables, A New Prosperity Beckons

Michigan Food Council aims to connect food, people, and jobs.

20 July 2005 - 12:00pm

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Michigan Public Land Review Draws Praise, Little Criticism

In each county, DNR meets with public about its plans to keep or sell property

17 July 2005 - 5:00am

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Weak Transit Costs Metro Detroiters Dearly

Region spends more on transportation than almost any other

13 July 2005 - 8:00am

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Living For The City

NAACP, Institute report lists Detroit's top challenges, links them to fighting sprawl.

8 July 2005 - 1:00pm

Michigan Land Use Institute