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A Slew Of TODs In Works For Baltimore
Light rail and subway lines are spawning a series of new developments.
The U.S.'s Priciest Megamansions
From a private art wing with steel doors that drop from the ceiling to a 70-foot saltwater swimming pool, these homes have it all -- for around $50 million.
New Virginia Governor Tackles Sprawl, Traffic
Timothy M. Kaine will addresses the politically touchy issues, calling for more control of development as a means of reducing congestion.
The Wal-Mart Effect
Is Wal-Mart the goliath that is reshaping America?
Condofication Comes to Baltimore
What would you do if your rent went from $595 per month to $200,000 to buy?
Shanghai 400, L.A. 46
The number of skyscrapers to be built in each city hints at the complexities of different development patterns.
Cars With California Emissions Control Systems Not Needed in Pennsylvania
This op-ed rebuts the calls for Pennsylvania to require that new cars sold across the Commonwealth be equipped with emission controls that comply with California state requirements.
The Big Uneasy: Anger Over New Orleans' Building Moratorium
New Orleans residents warn of civil disorder if they are not allowed to return to their homes.
Los Angeles Undergoes Transformation To Central, Public City
Harold Meyerson argues that thanks to Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa, transportation and land use in the City of Angels now focuses on the public sector, not the private realm, as the Mayor takes on a strong central identity heretofore lacking.
Technology Improves Traffic Reports
As cell phones, GPS systems, dashboard computers, and roadside sensors create more accurate traffic reports, the ubiqituous AM radio helicopter traffic report could be a thing of the past.
National Trust Critiques New Orleans Report
National Trust President Richard Moe Urges New Orleans Mayor to reconsider controversial rebuilding proposal suspending issuance of building permits.
Mean Streets: How America Criminalizes Homelessness
The National Coalition for the Homeless and the National Law Center on Homelessness & Poverty review the state of the homeless in 20 of America's "meanest" cities, as well as those cities which have adopted more constructive measures for addressing housing need.
The Drawback of Skywalks
They seemed like a good idea at the time, but planners now find skywalks drain life from the streetscape below.
Is There A 'War Against Suburbia'?
Joel Kotkin charges that suburban living is under attack by planners and environmentalists, and the frontline is Los Angeles, where L.A.'s new mayor has declared suburbs 'an old concept.'
The Most Fit Cities
Baltimore looks in the mirror and is surprised to see itself emerge victorious.
Wal-Mart Forced To Increase Health Benefits In Maryland
A new state bill, opposed by the governor, will apply only to the corporate giant.
LA Looks To L.A. For Solutions To Sprawl
Los Angeles Mayor Villaraigosa's comments on urban growth inspire thought about planning in the Baton Rouge area.
10th International Architecture Exhibition For The Venice Biennale
The guest organizer gives a preview of the exhibition, which will open in late summer.
Brazil Develops Cost-Effective Alternative to Gasoline
As a result, the country expects to become energy independent this year.
New Jersey: 'We're More Than A Turnpike'
No, this was not the new state slogan selected after close to 12,000 votes among five finalists.
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
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