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California's 6,000 Public Agendas
With more than 6,000 different elected entities and funding sources throughout the state, how can you plan effectively?
The Mobile Home Capital Of The World?
With more than 84,000 mobile homes, Polk County, Florida has emerged as a locus for mobile home living.
A Digital Master Builder?
Can new digital tools fundadamentally changed the way architects and planners practice their trade?
Architecture And The Lincoln Center
Herbert Muschamp writes about architectural competitions, the Lincoln Center, and the role of architecture in resolving "the conflict that elitism and modern democracy pose for one another."
From Great Estates To Planned Communities
Redeveloping massive estates into planned communities is happening across Massachusetts as land becomes scarce.
In-fill Development Becomes Stylish
Responding to traffic, limits on growth, and the need for affordable housing, in-fill development and smart growth are becoming trends.
The Segway: What Are The Planning Issues?
What are the major planning issues involved in the use of the Segway, and should motorized transporters be allowed on sidewalks?
The World's Ugliest Buildings
Forbes Magazine compiles a list of the buildings that cost a fortune to build, but still look awful.
The Five Most Dangerous Words In Real Estate
What are the five most dangerous words in real estate? 'This time it's different'. ULI's mid-year real estate forecast cuts to the chase.
Arizona's Next Massive Frontier For Growth
The largest private ranch in Arizona -- 70,000 acres -- is being sold in pieces in anticipation of future development.
FEATURE
The Segway: A Pedestrian Friend or Foe?
What are the major planning issues involved in the use of the Segway, and should motorized transporters be allowed on sidewalks?
Soboroff: An Environmentalist's Worst Nightmare
Respected L.A. developer Steve Soboroff has taken over the Playa Vista mega-project. And he's a developer willing to compromise.
Engaging The Private Sector In HOPE VI
ULI publishes six case studies of how private sector developers have successfully used federal HOPE VI housing program funds.
PBS Looks At Sprawl, Housing, Architecture
PBS' new series on how Americans live their lives uses Atlanta as a case study to focus on sprawl, low-income housing, shopping, and architecture.
Using Design To Address Social Challenges
Fast Company profiles two New York architects successfully using design to address social problems.
Regional Transit Authority Needed
A regional transit authority for the Washington area is needed to address the region's transportation problems.
How The 'Creative Class' Is Shaping Our Cities
The most ingredient for a successul city is a vibrant "creative class."
Serious Health Problems In Los Angeles' Inner City
Ten years after the Los Angeles riots, South-Central and adjacent neighborhoods suffer chronic health problems.
Twin Towers For Downtown St. Petersburg
One of the biggest condominium projects in the history of St. Petersburg -- $97 million and 200 units in tall twin towers -- could begin construction as early as August.
L. A. Downtown Stadium By 2003?
In an effort to bring the NFL to Los Angeles, a group has proposed a downtown stadium adjacent to the Staples Center.
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)
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.
