The Daily Source of Urban Planning News
The Spire: Chicago Lite?
Chicago's latest attempt to build a massive trophy condo/hotel tower makes writer Peter Slatin's head spin.
The History of the 'Metaplace'
An editorial on how Disneyland has influenced our notions of how towns should look.
California's Insatiable Appetite For Water
The Public Policy Institute of California projects the greatest need will be in the Sacramento, San Joaquin, San Bernardino and Riverside counties.
Court Supports Public's Right To Walk Great Lake Beaches
Michigan Supreme Court unanimously supports public’s right to walk Great Lakes beaches.
When Cows Pollute More Than Cars
Thanks to booming dairy biz, cows out-pollute cars in California's San Joaquin Valley.
The Age of Residential Skyscrapers
From New York to L.A., skyscrapers are being reinvented as residential areas.
The 'Urbanization of Insurgency' a Priority for U.S. Military
Megacities of the developing world are seen as the emerging primary battleground for America's military.
Racine Downtown Plan Sparks Revitalization
As a result of a major planning effort in Racine, WI, its downtown has attracted over $200 million in investments.
When Big Is Too Big, Even In L.A.
This week the city council approved its first "anti-mansionization" ordinance.
Photo Essay: The Next Frank Gehry?
This rising starchitect is a "quintessential urbanist."
Sound Blasting Marine Animals
The US quest to find offshore oil and gas reserves raises concerns about 'sound blasting' marine animals.
'Aging In Place' Increasingly Difficult In Maine's Suburbs
Housing choices are decreasing as the demand for senior housing is increasing.
Community-School Planning Case Study
The massive LA school district and several nonprofits document a planning process resulting in a primary school which will include family housing, childcare facilities, an early education facility and a neighborhood park.
Calming Seattle's Traffic
Would a 20 mph speed limit for side streets help calm traffic in Seattle?
Developing The Last Of Colorado's Private Land
Colorado state's demographer, Jim Westkott, offers his analysis of development pressures shaping the state.
America's Last Four Truly Wild Areas
A project compiles satellite and land-use data to map human influence on land and identify that last remaining pristine areas of wilderness in the U.S.
Has The Sustainable Food Movement Reached The Mainstream?
Only 1-2% of America's food is locally grown today. The average American dinner is trucked 1,500 miles.
The Value Of Wilderness
Hillary Rosner points out flaws in the Wilderness Act.
Design For Environment Toolkit
The Minnesota Office of Environmental Assistance put together the Design for Environment (DfE) Toolkit to help companies easily integrate environmental attributes into product design.
LA's Next Planning Director Must Translate Vision Into Results
A new vision is just the start -- following through will require changing the way planning is done in Los Angeles.
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