The Daily Source of Urban Planning News
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.
Virtual Main Street
CommunityViz helps communities plan for the future.
The Demographics Of Real Estate
Developers and real estate investors are increasingly realizing that demographics ultimately shapes development.
Six Design Teams For WTC Site Selected
The six teams selected to design the redevelopment at the site of the World Trade Center include firms from Berlin, London, Amsterdam and Tokyo. Richard Meier, Peter Eisenman, SOM, Santiago Calatrava, and others are on the list.
Computer Analysis Unlocks Secrets Of 'Perfect Garden'
Researchers say they have found out the secret behind the design of the famous Ryoanji Temple in Kyoto, Japan.
It's Not Just About Aesthetics
Good design should aim beyond aesthetics.
Maryland's Water-allocation Ordinance
A new "water allocation ordinance" is unheard of on the East coast, but could become a model for fast-growing communities.
Maps You Can Hear And Feel
University students develop map-navigation software that makes maps accessible to the blind.
California's State Planning Bill
A bill that takes a small step toward better "state planning" in Californiaawaits a decision by Governor Gray Davis.
City of Tustin
Tyler Technologies
New York City School Construction Authority
Transportation Research & Education Center (TREC) at Portland State University
Chaddick Institute at DePaul University
Institute for Housing and Urban Development Studies (IHS)
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.
