Community / Economic Development
Founder Of Columbia, Md., May Be Departing
A nationally recognized developer of planned communities failed to renew the lease for its Frank Gehry-designed headquarters.
Immigrants, Domestic Migrants Head For Different Metropolitan Magnets
In this report, author William Frey finds that regions like New York, Los Angeles, and San Francisco gained significant numbers of immigrants between 1995 and 2000, but at the same time lost domestic migrants to faster-growing metropolitan
A Collaborative Approach to Growth
Residents' input comes first in planning for a possible development in Fagan Canyon.
The Link Between Gays And Gentrification
Cities are finding strong links between a gay population and urban revival.
'Camden Hub's' Regional Strategic Revitalization Plan
A summary of Camden County's regional strategic planning efforts for 15 municipalities.
Which States Generate The Most Casino Trips?
Harrah's Casino sponsors an in-depth study profiling who gambles and casino visitation patterns for individual states and many metropolitan areas.
60 Minutes Focuses On Eminent Domain
Mike Wallace reports on abuses of eminent domain across the U.S., including by the New York Times.
Is Wal-Mart Too Powerful?
Wal-Mart's rapid expansion and clout has dramatic impacts on American communities, and the retail giant is now opening urban stores.
Old Elevated Rail Line To Be Converted Into A Park
A proposal sees to spur new commercial and residential developments along Manhattan's West side by turning an old elevated rail line into a park.
What New York Can Learn From Los Angeles And Houston
A report financed by the Rockefeller Foundation recommends that New York City end its preoccupation with huge subsidies for big businesses.
A New International Trend In Redevelopment
Cultural institutions are forming a foundation for successful redevelopment efforts around the globe.
Friday Funny: Wal-Mart's Opinion
An "opinion" piece by Wal-Mart Store #3297.
Why Try To Bring Back Manufacturing Jobs?
Should we really be trying to bring back manufacturing jobs? The disappearance of manufacturing jobs are actually a sign that quality of life is improving.
A Catalyst For Civic Entrepreneurship
A 'civic innovation lab' encourages and supports residents who want to invigorate the city's economy.
San Jose: The Lost Opportunity Is Staggering
Forbes ASAP editor Michael S. Malone delivers a damning analysis of how San Jose, CA, has squandered a golden opportunity for redevelopment.
How Radio Can Organize A Community
Low-power FM licenses have signals that travel only 10-20 miles. But they are a powerful economic development and community organizing tool.
Saving The Inner City Will Save The City
Milwaukee business and civic leaders announce a new economic development initiative focused on the inner city.
A Company Town's Bid To Reinvent Itself
Layoffs at Kodak and Xerox in Rochester symbolize a challenge felt by other cities.
Culture The Key To Downtown Renaissance?
International successes of downtown cultural institutions have New Yorkers thinking artistically about ground zero's redevelopment.
The Amazing Rebound Of Winslow, Ariz.
Winslow was on the verge of death when local boosters restored the town's hotel, and started a chain reaction that revitalized the city.
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
