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The China Syndrome
Sprawl, highways, demolition come to China.
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Commercial Space Flight
Mojave, Calif. - This morning I watched a space ship take off. The SpaceShipOne, designed by Burt Rutan and funded by Microsoft gazillionaire Paul Allen, made it to just above 100 km (62 miles or, according to the rocket's own systems, 328,491 feet). That's space, baby: high enough so pilot Mike Melvill could see "white clouds above the LA basin [that] looked like snow on the ground."<br /> <br /> The craft, carried to 50,000 feet by a mother ship called the White Knight (it looks a lot like the White Star from <a href="http://www.infinicorp.com/VEX/starships/white-star-medium-cruiser.htm"><em>Babylon 5</em></a>
Phoenix Invests In Urban River Restoration
The desert city is spending almost $200 million to recreate 12 miles of lost estuary in the heart of the city.
U.S. Energy Policy is 'Shortsighted' and 'Self-indulgent'
Oil is a nonrenewable resource. It's getting used up. Now what?
The Deadly Lure Of The Train
Although the number of train-related fatalaties nationwide has decreased, in California, injuries and deaths have increased 15% in the last three years.
How To Create A Great Place To Live
Five communities around the country demonstrate ways to overcome common challenges and create attractive, appealing places to call home.
Profiles of the Next Generation of Planners, Part 5
Three masters-level planning students share why they decided to choose planning, and what they see as the future of planning.
Why We Need Community-Based Planning
A planner in New York City writes that there is a need for communities to create their own plans, and for these plans to be recognized by the City.
The Murky Future Of Megaprojects In The US
The Bay Bridge in San Francisco is fast becoming a poster child for megaprojects run amok.
Indian Casinos: Location, Location, Location
About half of California's 107 Indian tribes have casinos. For tribes considering gaming, location still matters most.
A Heartland Of Affordable Homes
With prices far below those in red hot markets on the East and West coasts, the nation's heartland offers home buyers plenty of choices.
New Zealand Argues Over Portland-Style Smart Growth Plan
While Steven Ames was invited to create a plan for Auckland, numerous critics have attacked the Oregon-based planner, claiming "smart growth has failed."
Schools Impact Economic Development
Study concludes that high quality public schools can help economic development.
Fannie Mae And Freddie Mac Put In Catch-22 By Bush's HUD Plan
The two corporations are being forced by the new guidelines to divert more money from middle-income financing to the poor. Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac call the new rules "unrealistic."
Munich Vetoes Sidewalk Holocaust Memorials
Citing Jewish community opposition, the city decided not to allow thousands of bronze plaques to be placed in front of victim's homes. Others believe the memorials better reflect the Nazi horror than an abstract sculpture.
Sprawl Threatens Koalas In Australia
Koalas face threat of extinction due to coastal urban sprawl in Australia.
Taipei Rolls Out Futuristic Subway System
The new stations will feature wireless internet, advanced ATMs, and even free clinics.
My House Is Your House
Detroit suburbs merge fire services, save millions
Cities Will Get Hotter
The "urban heat island" effect will intensify for cities as global warming increases
City of Clovis
City of Moorpark
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.
