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Focus On Fire Management In Australia
Rapid spread of urban development into forested areas in one of the most fire-prone regions of the world has created a dangerous situation.
Inside Scoop On Careers In Real Estate
A survey on hiring and retention among real estate firms found that academic training ranked lower as a hiring prerequisite than drive and sound business judgment.
Artificial Islands: An Israeli Alternative To Settlements?
Israel considers creating pricey artificial islands for residential, tourism and business uses.
At What Density, Rail?
At what density is rail the right choice? The Tampa Tribune examines the question.
Controlling Growth In Virginia
The Peidmont Environmental Council faces its biggest challenge: curbing growth in "developer-friendly" Virginia.
MA's Drive To Preserve Parkways
Across Massachusetts, parkways and boulevards are being recognized as historic landmarks.
The 'Demon Of SoHo-ization'
A New York study finds that when artists move into a neighborhood, rents rise displacing long-time residents.
Reclaiming Penn's Landing
The Philadelphia Enquirer begins a five-part series on reclaiming Penn's Landing -- the city's waterfront. Previous plans have resulted in massive flops.
ULI Announces 2002 Awards For Excellence
ULI's 2002 Awards for Excellence were presented to 10 outstanding real estate development entries during the institute's annual fall meeting in Las Vegas.
The Benefits Of Global Warming?
Gobal warming may cause the polar ice cap to disappear for a few months during summer opening up shipping passages and cutting travel distances between Asia and Europe.
Revival Of Sears Catalog 'Kit' Homes
Sears Catalog "kit homes", sold from 1908 to 1940 for less than $2,000, including delivery, are now experiencing a surprising revival as history meets architecture.
New Urbanism Pioneer To Lead Charrette
Elizabeth Plater-Zyberk, founder of the Congress for New Urbanism, will lead a charrette in San Jose, CA.
When 'Plan' Is A Four-Letter Word
How does planning fare in a hostile environment -- like Kentucky.
Multimodal Transit Center Plans Include Maglev
Plans to build a multimodal transit center in Anaheim, CA, are back on track. The center will include bus and rail stations and a cultural center.
New York's Safer Neighborhoods
New York City's crime rate has fallen for the last two years. Is this the 9-11 effect, or neighborhood activism?
Virginia's Quest For Transit Solutions Continues
With the failure of an effort to pass a transportation tax, Virginia is looking for less expensive solutions.
The Increasing Power Of The Exurban Voter
A new book argues that long-term demographic trends toward suburban living will favor the Democratic Party. David Brooks examines the thesis based on 2002 election results.
California's Endless Growth War Now Gives Growth A Chance
California voters are resisting the slow-growth tendencies they championed in the 1970s and '80s.
Who Is Responsible For Making Great Communities?
Architects? Planners? Politicians? Homebuilders? Home buyers? Or all of he above?
When The Best Public Space Is Privately-owned
Does single ownership mean better planning for downtown San Jose Santana Row?
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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