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Making Workforce Housing Work
As officials grapple with how to address workforce housing issues, moderate income families continue to be priced out of the housing market.
The Power Of Community In Politics
Where we live often decides how we vote and think, writes Bill Bishop.
A Bridge With A View
As part of Cleveland's efforts to make its roadways pedestrian-friendly, two lanes of an underused bridge will be converted to walkways so that pedestrians can enjoy spectacular views.
Should Cultural Values Outweigh Commercial Interests?
L.A. Times' architecture critic charges that Los Angeles' plan to revitalize downtown's cultural core is driven more by the bottom line rather than good planning.
Even The Dead Need To Be Preserved
Volunteers work to save above ground cemeteries in New Orleans.
Supersizing Exurban Utopia
Author David Brooks examines how the American reality is reflected in the nation's suburbs.
What Kids Need in a Community
New research establishes a clear link between children's physical environment and their health.
How To Build Your Own Segway
Engineer and robotic enthusiast Trevor Blackwell details how to build your own Segway using off-the-shelf parts.
Austin's 'Land-use Queen'
A profile of Austin's veteran planner who is both feared and respected.
Why Smart Growth Needs New Urbanism And Vice-Versa
Though smart growth and new urbanism have different origins, constituencies, and tactics, the leaders of these movements must identify how they complement one another.
Reducing Onerous Parking Standards Key to Urban Intensification
On-site parking requirements need to be relaxed before Toronto's main streets can intensify.
Wal-Mart's Corporate Takeover Of Inglewood
Wal-Mart is preparing for a 'corporate takeover' of a Southern California city, writes columnist Steve Lopez.
Mechanized Parking Garage takes the hassle out of storing your car
A new fully automated parking garage stores cars efficiently and effortlessly.
New York Apartment Buildings Coming Full Circle
Architectural styles in NYC have gone from lavish to bland and back again.
Mining company to build New Urban towns
One of the largest landholders in the Salt Lake Valley is switching from mining to community building.
Hollywood's Surprising Retail Failure
What should have been a hugely successful retail development in Hollywood is instead a huge flop.
The Transportation Bill Could Slim Us Down
Federal monies should only fund transit projects that result in walkable communities.
Eminent Domain Uses Questioned
Across the nation, there is growing resistence to eminment domain.
Stop Complaining, Gas Is Cheap
Auto columnist says that despite the increasing prices, gas remains cheap.
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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