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EPA Enforcer Unruffled By Political Crossfire
EPA Inspector General's reports stir up political storms.
CA Transportation Systsem 'On Verge Of Collapse'
California's transportation program is in crisis and on the verge of collapse", according to the California Transportation Commission's annual report.
Washington D.C. Area Economic Forecast
Even as it slows down from rapid growth in 2004, the economy of the Washington D.C. area will expand faster than the rest of the nation.
The Rise of the 'Eco-Renovators'
Ecologically-sensitive design, building and decorating has entered the mainstream development community -- in some places.
'Mom And Pop' Motels Will Disappear
Small motels along the "Space Coast" are disappearing.
The Future Of Homes And Housing
One expert sees more Americans living in midsize cities near large urban centers.
Downtown Buildings Lure University Tenants
Universities are investing heavily in Providence, RI.
What's Wrong With Alloy And Fabric Trees?
A 150-acre eco-friendly theme park is being developed on the outskirts of Las Vegas.
Time For Action On Toronto's Waterfront
Revitalization corporation still lacking powers needed to implement the vision.
Do You Live In A Broadband City?
How do cities bring broadband to residents and businesses? Should planners care?
Yahoo Introduces Real-Time Traffic Reports
Yahoo Maps feature real-time traffic information for 70 major U.S. cities.
Three Forces Shaping The Future Of Housing
The 'Graying of America' and 'Browning of America' are two of the three forces that will shape the future of housing across the nation.
New Zero-Emissions Vehicles
New hybrid models cater to customers' demand for performance and style.
Five City Design Resolutions For A Better Place
Jeff Speck offers advice for city mayors and citizens who want to build better places.
Shopkeepers Are Antidote To Big Boxes
Spending at neighbors’ stores changes the world.
Planning Lessons From The Indian Ocean Tsunami Disaster
APA Senior Research Associate James Schwab discusses lessons to be learned and explores what we already know about tsunamis from prior research.
Connector Causes a Commotion
Proposed highway in Maryland has many adament supporters and opponents.
The Third Golden Age Of Bridges
A review of five new bridges featuring latest technology, materials, and designs.
Affordable Housing Reader
The American Planning Association publishes a collection of over 100 articles and reports exploring affordable housing.
Could A Large Tsunami Strike The Oregon Coast?
Government agencies have been preparing coastal communities for the possibility of a devastating tsunami.
City of Rosemead
Rutgers University, Edward J. Bloustein School of Planning and Public Policy
One Hundred Miles
The Architects Foundation
University of Cincinnati Online
Montrose County
Northern Illinois Transit Authority (NITA)
The Pocatello Development Authority
FREE Course: Walkable City 1: Why Walkability?
After describing his path towards focusing on walkability as the essence of good planning, Jeff Speck marches through his five principal reasons for making more walkable places.
Reinventing Malls: Planning Alchemy—Turning Gray Fields Into Gold
The course focuses on the opportunities and imperatives that shape reinvention of mall sites.
