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California Churches Exempt From Preservation Laws
The Supreme Court let stand a California court decision that religious organizations are exempt from landmark preservation laws.
The History Of Graffiti
The Washington Post explores the origins and details of urban scrawl, also known as graffiti.
Instant Cities
Building a complex erector-set of pipes to get water to expanding cities has created the possibility of "instant cities" in remote locations.
Sprawl Along San Diego's Freeway
The Union-Tribue speaks out about San Diego's many new housing developments along Interstate 15.
Urban Sprawl Becomes Major Issue In Ohio
For nine candidates for the Columbus city council, sprawl has become one of the foremost issues.
Trends In Transit-oriented Developments
Transit-oriented development is becoming standard operating procedure for the Los Angeles Metropolitan Transportation Agency. Is this a trend?
Fuel Cells May Help Cut Truck Emissions
New technology will allow truck drivers to use appliances without keeping their diesel engines running.
Debate Over Forest Rules Continues
The Bush administration decision to implement Clinton-era measure to protect national forests while allowing local changes has generated varied reactions
The Importance Of Small Streams
Small streams are threatened by urbanization, logging, and agriculture. Scientists have uncovered evidence that makes stream more important in land-use policies.
Blacks Moving Back To The South
Reversing last century's pattern, African Americans are heading back to the South, the only region in the nation where black population has grown during the 1990s.
Voice Of The Nation's Cities
Mayors of the nation's big cities, heads of educational institutions, business leaders, and others have formed a national organization to advocate for cities.
The Disappearing Lawns
Cities are encouraging a practice long favored by landscape architects, replacing the traditional green lawn with creative and environmentally appropriate alternatives.
When You Lose Your Home And Community
The residents and businesses of lower Topanga Canyon are being moved out to make room for a nature preserve.
Biodiversity Expert Proposes Conservation Strategy
Biodiversity expert E.O. Wilson has proposed a conservation strategy that involves buying the world's endangered ecosystems
National Forest Rules To Be Revised
The Bush administration will revise a ban on logging and new roads in national forests initiated during the Clinton years.
A Celebration Of Conservation
Environmentalists will convene at Mt. Diablo to celebrate California's conservation achievements.
Breaking The Habit Of Suburbia
If the war with suburbia is over, why are we still struggling with its development habits?
Some Towns Untouched By Wave Of Diversity
The dramatic change in the diversity of the U.S. population over the last 10 years did not reach some towns.
Drilling Beneath The Great Lakes
The energy crisis has renewed interest in drilling under the Great Lakes, the world's largest supply of fresh surface water.
Streamlining The Development Process
Commissioners in Hollywood, FL have approved changes that aim to allow developers to break ground sooner.
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
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