Community / Economic Development
America's Most Literate Cities
A new study conducts a 'literacy profile' of America's 64 largest cities.
True Community Involvement In Planning
A Baltimore County plan would reward developers that substantially incorporate community suggestions into their plans.
Portland Drives Oregon
Withouth Portland, Oregon would be a conservative, rural Western state. But now, Portland is in trouble.
Oregon: One State, Nine Different Futures
A dramatic tranformation in Oregon is redrawing the state map into nine diverse regions with different futures.
What Really Helps Downtown LA
The new Disney Hall should not be expected to save a downtown that, in many ways, already has a lot going for it. But is arts the cure-all for what is percieved to be an ailing downtown?
The Creative Class Speaks
Eight members of the so-called "creative class" discuss their work and their reasons for living in Cleveland.
Prices And Location
Do government housing projects undermine economic development efforts?
Go (Really, Really Far) West, Young Man
As Americans head to New Zealand for cheap land and beautiful scenery, locals debate the impact of growth.
Private Property Rights And Public Use: Finding The Balance
Eminent domain has been a tool used by governmental authorities to advance the public good or for public use, but who decides what is in the public's interest? This story highlights problems inherent to wielding such power.
How To Stop Brain Drain
A study analyzes why talent is leaving the Greater Boston area and what can be done to retain the dynamic labor force.
How To Revitalize Cities Through The Arts
Canada's Globe and Mail covers author Richard Florida's talk at the Creative Places + Spaces conference.
The Case For Inclusionary Zoning
A new report examines inclusionary zoning successes from around the country.
Saving Detroit's Orchestra Hall
A heroic effort sparks ongoing revival of once-dead neighborhood.
Book Review: Better Together: Restoring the American Community
Robert Putnam's follow-up to "Bowling Alone" lacks the statistical evidence featured in his earlier work.
Still Waiting For The Big Payoff
City officials have invested millions of dollars in downtown St. Paul through public-private partnerships, but there’s little to show for it.
Last Call For Rough Neighborhood
Atlanta councilmembers believe that closing bars earlier will make the streets of Buckhead safer, but what will the overall impact be?
A Fistful of Dollars
Downtown outdoor movies are growing in popularity nationwide, helping to spark economic revitalization efforts.
Will Car-free Weekend Spur or Hinder Gentrification?
An in-demand Toronto neighborhood speculates about the impact of a new car-free weekend policy.
If You Build Hotels, Will They Come?
Detroit hopes that additional hotel units will draw more people to the city, and help remake its image in the process.
Denver Comes Of Age
Colorado's capital comes of age as a metropolitan hub.
Urban Design for Planners 1: Software Tools
This six-course series explores essential urban design concepts using open source software and equips planners with the tools they need to participate fully in the urban design process.
Planning for Universal Design
Learn the tools for implementing Universal Design in planning regulations.
New York City School Construction Authority
Village of Glen Ellyn
Central Transportation Planning Staff/Boston Region MPO
Institute for Housing and Urban Development Studies (IHS)
City of Grandview
Harvard GSD Executive Education
Regional Transportation Commission of Southern Nevada
Toledo-Lucas County Plan Commissions
