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Marginalized in the Hinterland
'Go West', China's billion dollar investment in infrastructural improvements that recall centralized planning in China over 25 years ago, is not meeting its intended goal to help Tibetans and others in the hinterland.
More School Age Children, Families Left Behind
In efforts to curb overcrowding in schools, suburbs in Eastern Massachusetts are 'child-proofing' their neighborhoods by limiting multifamily construction to one to two bedroom units. Critics assert that the measure would leave low and moderate income fam
The Fused Grid
A new street grid that combines the cul-de-sac pattern of the modern suburb and the grid pattern from the early 1900s could change the way developments are built.
Preserving California's Historic Missions
Preservationists seek federal funds to preserve California's 21 historic Spanish missions.
A Bright Idea to Help CHA Residents
A partnership between the ComEd and the Chicago Housing Authority assists public housing residents in arrears pay past-due electric bills.
Land Bridge Across World's Most Inhospitable Terrain
A new railway across the continent's unforgiving center -- a dream of Australians for generations -- has been completed linking southern Australia to Darwin.
Is Walking To School A Thing Of The Past?
A new study reveals that nearly three-quarters of trips by today's kids are made in cars.
Cookie Cutter Mansions In Paradise
Mega-buildings destroy natural Muskoka landscapes
Bechtel's Big Bill For Big Dig
The San Francisco Chronicle offers a lucid run-down on Massachusetts' efforts to recover money from Big Dig cost overruns.
Friday Funny: Wal-Mart's Opinion
An "opinion" piece by Wal-Mart Store #3297.
Why Try To Bring Back Manufacturing Jobs?
Should we really be trying to bring back manufacturing jobs? The disappearance of manufacturing jobs are actually a sign that quality of life is improving.
Beatrix Farrand's Final Garden
The last garden of the famous landscape gardener is saved through purchase by a newly-formed non-profit.
Miami Housing Market Is Hot
A study indicates that the Miami housing market is one of the most overheated housing markets in the country.
A Catalyst For Civic Entrepreneurship
A 'civic innovation lab' encourages and supports residents who want to invigorate the city's economy.
Twenty Percent Of U.S. Trees Lost To Sprawl
U.S. cities have lost more than 20 percent of their trees in the past 10 years, due primarily to urban sprawl, says the environmental group, American Forests.
The Excitement Of Urban Living
Lofts are attracting new residents to urban centers.
San Jose: The Lost Opportunity Is Staggering
Forbes ASAP editor Michael S. Malone delivers a damning analysis of how San Jose, CA, has squandered a golden opportunity for redevelopment.
Large Scale Developers At Odds With Slow Growth Ordinance
Developers of the biggest subdivision ever proposed in a small Vermont town are proposing to change an ordinance designed to slow growth.
Private Property Rights And Local Control
Private property rights and local control have been linchpins of American community life for centuries. Can we have both?
Growth and Water Shortages
Some planners in Illinois are urging cities to think about water in advance of a crisis.
Municipality of Princeton
Roanoke Valley-Alleghany Regional Commission
City of Mt Shasta
City of Camden Redevelopment Agency
City of Astoria
Transportation Research & Education Center (TREC) at Portland State University
US High Speed Rail Association
City of Camden Redevelopment Agency
Municipality of Princeton (NJ)
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