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Rural Oregon Counties Struggle to Balance Growth, Affordability
Regions like Clatsop County are calling on the state to offer more resources for affordable housing.
Moab Adopts Sustainability Plan
Moab adopted a Sustainability Action Plan to map out goals and strategies for the pursuit of sustainability, including the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions. The plan was approved by the Moab City Council on December 12, 2023.
Rochester Updating Urban Forest Master Plan
The City of Rochester (NY) is working on an update to its Urban Forest Master Plan. This updates includes a community outreach process and addresses key issues such as environmental justice, climate change, and educational opportunities.
Congress Introduces Bill to Block Hedge Funds from Buying Single-Family Homes
The proposed legislation aims to help U.S. home buyers who can’t afford to outbid deep-pocketed institutional investors.
20 Major US Cities Most and Least Threatened by Climate Change
By 2050, climate change will have the biggest negative impact on urban areas located in the Sun Belt.
BLM Allocates Funding to Study Renewables Impact on Public Lands
The large-scale study will assess how proposed solar farms and other renewable energy projects could impact animals, plants, and habitats.
Peak Car? Check Your Data
There is evidence that automobile travel is peaking while demand for non-auto modes is growing, but double-check your data sources to be sure.
How Did the US Fare on its 2023 Climate Goals?
Climate experts are divided on how much progress the nation made.
HUD Resiliency Awards Target Affordable Multifamily Housing
The Green and Resilient Retrofit program aims to reduce vulnerability to climate challenges and improve energy efficiency in multifamily buildings.
New Tax Credit for Urban Farming in Missouri
Urban farmers in Missouri can receive up to $5,000 in tax credits to establish or expand their operations.
Allegheny County Charts 2024 Transportation Priorities
The region will see expansions in air travel options, Amtrak improvements, and a redesigned bus system to better serve post-pandemic needs.
Hundreds of San Francisco SRO Units Still Vacant
It can often take months for unhoused residents to access supportive housing. When they do, conditions can be unbearable.
‘Green Roads for Water’ Meshes Transportation With Water Conservation
Simple, sometimes ancient designs can transform roadways into environmental conservation tools.
Majority of US Home Listings Are Unaffordable
Just 15.5 percent of homes for sale in 2023 were affordable for the average earner, but there could be hope for 2024.
The Golden Age of Office Conversions
In 2023, there were more than twice as many adaptive reuse projects underway around the country as in prior years.
Study Assesses How Wind Farms Affect Property Values
A new study shows that wind farms have a small but temporary negative impact on nearby property prices.
The Year in Good Climate News
Despite the ups and downs, there are reasons to feel optimistic.
Mitchell Silver, FAIP, Kicks Off Season 3 of the Planning Commission Podcast
Former APA President and NYC Parks Commissioner Mitchell Silver reflects on a career spent planning for people.
Population Losers
California's population dipped below 39 million as of July, according to the Census Bureau, after seeing its net domestic migration loss this year exceed last year's. Only New York has seen a greater loss as a percentage of population.
West Tennessee Towns Seek Voice in EV Factory Development
Locals are employing a tool historically used for sports stadiums to ensure they benefit from the new project as much as the companies do.
City of Moorpark
City of Tustin
City of Camden Redevelopment Agency
City of Astoria
Transportation Research & Education Center (TREC) at Portland State University
Regional Transportation Commission of Southern Nevada
Toledo-Lucas County Plan Commissions
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.
