The Daily Source of Urban Planning News
Papers In Eye Of Katrina Win Pulitzers
The New Orleans Times-Picayune and Biloxi Sun Herald win prizes for public service in their coverage of the hurricane aftermath.
The Great Quake Of 1906
The San Francisco earthquake of 1906 and the subsequent fire devastated the city known as "Paris of the West" and ranks as one of the nation's worst disasters in history.
Northern California Levee Failure -- 'Not If, But When'
California state legislators predict potentially disastrous developments for the creaky infrastructure in the north.
Rebirth Of The Flaneur
The art of the flaneur -- wandering aimlessly around the city, observing its daily rhythms -- has been revived by photobloggers.
Historic Tacoma Churches Need More Than Faith
As congregations dwindle and development pressures increase, more "grand old churches" are contemplating selling their property to make way for hospitals, condos, and apartments.
Former NBA Star To Revitalize Historic Section Of Maine's Capital City
Former NBA star Christian Laettner's development company, Blue Devil Ventures, is working with state and local officials to revitalize the Kennebec Arsenal, a historic parcel of land across the Kennebec River from Augusta's downtown.
'Crossing While Elderly' Will Get You A Ticket
Columnist Steve Lopez wonders why police are ticketing seniors or cyclists crossing at intersections.
Toll Bros. Reports $92K Profit Per New Home In 2005
Toll Brothers, a publicly-listed housing construction firm, is one of the largest in the United States, and it specializes in using its financial and political clout to profitably and legally address zoning problems.
Indiana's Ambitious Biofuel Vision
The state's Republican governor has big plans for alternative energy -- so why aren't people listening?
Toronto Experiencing Cultural Renaissance?
A host of major construction projects and renovations -- including an opera house, art gallery, and ballet school -- are set to boost Toronto's cultural industries. But will international tourists follow?
Segregating New Neighborhoods By Political Values
In suburban Orange County, California, Ladera Ranch is a thriving planned community of more than 16,000 people, where various villages are not customized to practical needs, but to what marketers call different "values subcultures".
'Urbane Future' For California's Inland Empire
Southern California's Inland Empire, once a blue-collar bedroom community, is transforming itself with upscale housing, new amenities, and jobs. "
Wal-Mart Goes Gourmet
What is the retail giant doing offering a $557 bottle of wine in a new store in Texas? This right after its initiative to enter "blighted cities"?
Free Parking Eliminated In Seattle
New solar-powered pay kiosks are increasing city revenue at formerly metered or free spaces, and new plans are afoot to rollback after hours free parking, meaning nights and weekends could cost drivers.
Neighborhood Groups Clash Over Boston Park
What happens when too many people want to improve their neighborhood park?
UK Chief Scientist Says Warming Will Worsen Water Shortages
The trend could have disastrous implications for crops around the world, with water shortages potentially affecting 3 billion people.
Plan Allows Entire Big Easy To Be Rebuilt
The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers release a new flood plain advisory for New Orleans' flooded areas.
Dallas Protests Reveal Relative Acceptance Of Immigration
The peaceful marches in Dallas have displayed a community in support of immigrant rights, in opposition to some "out of touch" pundits and politicians on the east coast.
The Evangelical Climate Initiative
Group of evangelical Christian leaders sign a statement saying global warming is real.
Malls Struggling As 'Lifestyle Centers' Get Hot
After a remarkable run of success, developers of the "Mills" malls now find themselves on financially shaky ground as the public's taste for suburban shopping shifts to "lifestyle" centers patterned after traditional Main Streets.
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
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