The Daily Source of Urban Planning News
Driverless Buses?
Using magnets and sensors, the PATH consortium will present a demonstration of the driverless bus next month.
King County Suburbs Win In Transit Plan
After a debate that pits Seattle against its neighbors, a new six-year transit plan will shift new bus services into the suburbs.
Ranchlands: Last Hope For Preserving Habitat
New research shows that ranchlands, long accused of damaging the ecosystem, play a beneficial role in protecting habitat for native species.
After 25 Years Of Delay -- Malibu's Coastal Land Use Plan
The California Coastal Commission is set to adopt a coastal land use plan that the 27-mile-long ritzy seaside community has avoided for a quarter century.
A City 'Under Siege'
Washington's public spaces, monuments, and institutions are being damaged by security emplacements.
Incentivizing Reuse Through Mortgages
Fannie Mae increases mortgages for people who buy homes near train stations and bus stops and agree to own only one car.
Cold War Contaminant Found In U.S. Drinking Water
Efforts are underway to fight a water pollutant from the Cold War has been found in drinking water across the country.
Does Sprawl Change The Weather?
The BBC reports that climate experts are urging the UK government to examine links between sprawl and the climate.
Mass Transit Costs Increasing Nationwide
The Business Journal of Portland state that transit projects are "costing more, taking longer to complete and creating more inconvenience for communities across the country."
LRT Wins Relocation Lawsuit
A federal judge ruled that the Minnesota DOT is not obligated to reimburse costs for moving utility lines in downtown Minneapolis.
Michigan Announces $150 Million Land Deal
Michigan Governor John Engler and the Nature Conservancy announce a land plan that will protect 390,000 acres of wilderness.
Hybrids Slow To Start In U.S.
Hybrid Electric Vehicles, though gaining in popularity due to fuel efficiency and environmental benefits, fail to attract more U.S. car buyers.
Garbage In, Resource Out
Social entrepreneurs are putting sustainability into practice. Here is an innovative practical solution that creates a business opportunity and generates social benefits while solving an environmental problem.
'Resource Conservation Challenge' Announced By EPA
The EPA kickoffs its campaign challenging Americans to boost national recycling rates and revitalizing the landscape.
Voters, Elected Officials Differ On Growth Management Tools
Voters and elected officials prefer different types of growth managementstrategies.
Commissioners, Developers Evaded Plan Guidelines
Luxury apartments demolished due to violation of local growth laws.
An In-your-face Rush On Coalbed Methane
The rush to develop energy in the Rocky Mountain West creates conflict between private surface and sub-surface property rights.
Can Religious Buildings Unite Sprawling Cities?
Sparked by a new Los Angeles Cathedral, religious architecture is expanding across racial and religious lines. Can this infrastructure unite sprawling cities?
Cities Anticipate Significant Water Cutbacks
Salt River Project will reduce water deliveries to Phoenix area cities by one-third next year.
Baltimore's Successful Waterfront: 25 Years In The Making
Baltimore's waterfront redevelopment effort has been so successful that now, 25 years later, the waterfront has finally been built out.
City of Clovis
City of Moorpark
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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