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France's Most Advanced City
Issy-les-Moulineaux is the most advanced city in France.
Mountain Ecosystems Threatened
A U.N. report warns that mountain ecosystems around the world are in danger of suffering long-term environmental damage.
Architectural Landmark To Be Partly Demolished
The Bronx Developmental Center, considered to be a "masterpiece of Modernism." Architects and historians are concerned about plans to partly demolish and expand the complex.
Saving Suburban Farms
Despite its proximity to Washington, D.C., fast-growing Montgomery County, Md., leads the nation in saving farmland.
New Jersey Fires Planners, Delcares War On Sprawl
A week after angering sprawl foes by sacking the state's entire planning office, the New Jersey governor signs a sweeping new anti-sprawl order.
Project To Transform Former Plant Into Housing
$30 million renovation of ex-Trico plant aims to bring more residents to downtown Buffalo.
NJ Governor To Create Council On Sprawl
Governor McGreevey will create a new planning task force to implement the state development plan.
Advocating For A Green City
Richard Register is the Berkeley, California's chief spokesman for building a 'Green' Berkeley.
Canadian Cities Are Being Strangled
Royson James looks at how Canadian cities are being harmed by 'downloading' from provincial governments.
California's Hottest Land Use Legislation
Assembly Bill 680 might be the hottest land use measure this year. It divides up sales tax based on population and affordable housing.
Mountains, Elk, And Sprawl
In Montana, hunting for a new pact with nature.
Kunstler Compares Cities
In a streaming audio segment, James Howard Kunstler compares major world cities.
Maryland Transit Plan Off Track
An editorial in the Baltimore Sun blasts Maryland Transit Administration's new regional rail transit plan.
Demand For Residential Density Increasing
A Fannie Mae Foundation journal article presents strong evidence of increasing demand for denser housing environments.
The 57th National U.S. Park
A unique public-private collaboration will will create America's newest national park and ensure the vast aquifer will be protected forever.
The Rise Of 'Starchitects'
Architecture critic Blair Kamin traces the rise of celebrity architects and wonders if local firms do a better job than out-of-town "starchitects."
How To Get From Sprawl To Smart Growth
Everybody complains about sprawl, but how do we cause meaningful changes to land use policies?
How To Reduce Dependence On Foreign Oil
John Podesta criticizes the Bush administration's energy policy and offers suggestions for reducing the nation's dependence on foreign oil.
Amtrak's Troubles Worsen
Annual report by the Department of Transportation says Amtrak's financial condition has worsened.
Boston's Big Dig Needs A Watchdog
The Big Dig's quality assurance position was cut for "cost saving purposes." The mistakes may cost a whole lot more.
City of Moorpark
City of Tustin
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
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Planning for Universal Design
Learn the tools for implementing Universal Design in planning regulations.
