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The Lofty Appeal Of New 'Lofts'
Newly built 'lofts' that were never used for industrial uses are commanding premium prices.
Do You Have What It Takes To Leave The City?
After the dot-com crash, then 9-11, many urbanites have considered moving to the country. Would you make a happy country dweller?
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Smart Growth and its Discontents
Urban legends, edgeless cities, monster homes and other phenomena complicate the perception, application, and inclusion of Smart Growth.
Wind Energy Plan Runs Into NIMBYism
A plan to build 170 high-tech windmills runs into surprising resistance off the coast of environmentally-friendly Massachusetts.
End Of Australia's Housing Bubble?
Is the housing bubble in Australia ready about to burst?
Thirsty Cities Negotiate A Water Deal
Southern California cities in need of water and farmers in position of power are negotiating a water transfer deal.
Rebuilding Lower Manhattan: Residents Oppose Tunnel
Residents of Battery Park oppose a West Street tunnel fearing that it will isolate the neighborhood.
Predicting The City's Future
When does a fad become a trend? And when does a trend turn into the future of a city?
Major Changes To San Diego's City Of Villages
San Diego envisions a major shift in planning policy in its "City of Villages" plan.
Where Do Most Americans Want To Live?
Most Americans want to live in sunny, bug-free, beautiful California, says a new survey. This year, California beats Florida.
Why Is Every Major Intersection Commercial?
An Arizona town council asks why every corner of every major intersection need to be zoned commercial.
The End Of The Fossil-Fule Age?
Is it the beginning of the end of the fossil-fuel era? Will the European Union lead the way?
South Florida Welcomes New Urbanism
The South Florida development community is betting that the type of New Urbanism that has found success in Phoenix and San Diego will also work in Miami.
Students Compete In 'Solar Decathlon'
Students compete in a contest run by the Dept. of Energy to design homes that do not use any electricty.
Toronto Needs Federal Spending
Federal spending is needed to help cities like Toronto that are experiencing urban problems.
Pasadena Redevelopment Poses Infill Challenge
In Pasadena, CA, owners of the defunct Ambassador College campus re-envision redevelopment plans for the site, including transit oriented development.
Will Monorail Blend Well With Seattle's Skyline?
The Seattle monorail could become a "powerful icon" for the city.
GIS Code Of Ethics
URISA has published the latest (and perhaps final) version of the GIS Code of Ethics.
Does Ottawa's Greenbelt Fuel Sprawl?
Ottawa's Greenbelt may be a "paradise" for its residents but some planner believe that it is a mistake and contributes to sprawl.
Farmland Preservation Makes Sprawl Worse
Builders believe that farmland preservation is pushing development outward and contributing to sprawl.
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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