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Urban Heat Islands Also Cause Smog And Rain
According to a new study, "heat islands" created by urban paving and buildings are also responsible for causing smog and rainfall.
Social Policy Versus Good Development
A successful developer that has helped breath life into the downtown Los Angeles housing market is strongly opposed to affordable housing requirements.
Good Architecture Doesn't Mean Good Urban Design
John King looks at SoMa's 'half-baked' masterpiece of design.
London's Congestion Pricing Reduces Traffic 40%
Ken Livingstone says that congestion pricing was the biggest gamble of his career -- and it paid off.
Phoenix May Try Transit-oriented Zoning
City planners are rewriting zoning codes to create pedestrian-friendly hubs around proposed light-rail stops.
County Approves Age-based Zoning Restrictions
A retirement mecca south of Tampa has persuaded Hillsborough County Commissioners to approve an age restriction that prevents young families from living in any of its 5,700 households.
Friday Funny: A Real Anchor Store
A retail marketing analyst advised Sam that he needed anchor stores, which are major retailers that bring in busines...
Anti-Spitting Campaign To Clean Up Beijing's Image
Beijing officials, hoping to clean up the city and as well as prevent the spread of SARS, have made spitting in public a crime.
Freeway Expansion Analysis And Budget Impacts On Transit
Drafting and implementing solutions to the region's transportation needs is becoming increasingly difficult.
Intercity Rail Should Be Subsidized As Public Service
According to an Economic Policy Institute Study, the federal government must start viewing intercity rail travel as a public service, not a failing business.
Sierra Club Promotes Growth Zones And Affordable Housing
Bill Allayaud, California State Legislative Director for the Sierra Club, discusses aggressive legislation to promote growth zones.
End Of The Smart Growth Era
Development rules in Austin, TX, change focus from Smart Growth to economics.
But Does It Say L.A.?
L.A. hopes Frank Gehry's metal swoops and swirls will give it its own icon - à la Empire State Building or Eiffel Tower.
'City Of Tomorrow' Award Winners Announced
The winning design at an international competition to design the city of tomorrow incorporates hydrogen-powered neighborhoods, interlocking 'greenway' parks.
Manhattan's Rip-Off
Two thirds of New York City's two million apartments are subject to rent controls. Rent control comes up for renewal again on June 15.
Cincinnati's Downtown Challenges 'Grave'
Cincinnati face 'grave challenges' as it seeks to transform itself into a "market-performing" city.
Planner Appointed Director Of Design For NEA
Jeff Speck, is currently director of town planning for DPZ, is appointed Director of Design for the National Endowment for the Arts.
The Impacts Of Smart Growth Upon The Economy
Anthony Downs provides an overview of sprawl and smart growth. He evaluates the costs/savings of smart growth and argues that smart growth needs to embrace affordable housing if it is to be successful.
Over 13,000 Register For WTC Memorial Competition
The LDMC announced that 13,683 prospective participants from 94 nations and all fifty states have registered for the World Trade Center Site Memorial Competition.
Student Housing Proposed On Old Cemetery
A businessman proposes high-rise student housing for the Univ. of Nevada, Reno on a part of the city's oldest cemetery.
Municipality of Princeton
Roanoke Valley-Alleghany Regional Commission
City of Mt Shasta
City of Camden Redevelopment Agency
City of Astoria
Transportation Research & Education Center (TREC) at Portland State University
US High Speed Rail Association
City of Camden Redevelopment Agency
Municipality of Princeton (NJ)
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