Social / Demographics
Paris Wants To Woo The 'Creative Class'
Once a magnet for writers, painters and other artistic types, Paris' Mayor wants the city to attract the laptop toting young bohemians that represent the new 'creative class'.
Homeowners Invest In 'Granny' Additions
As more and more Boomers begin to retire, builders are noticing increasing demand for home renovations and additions that will allow seniors to "age in place".
Geneva's 9-Point Plan To Stay The Global Governance Capital
A group of urban experts has released a plan to keep Geneva at the forefront of international affairs and governance. Included in the plan is a call to ensure the city's compatibility with technology and information media.
Urban Improvement Through Child's Play
This article from Metropolis Magazine looks at a new trend that is revisioning the playground by expanding its scope and encouraging kids to get out of the backyard.
News Summary and Analysis - October 2006
As part of monthly series, we present a summary and analysis of some of the most interesting news to appear on Planetizen over the month of October 2006. This is the transcript of an audio segment that originally aired on the nationally syndicated radio program "Smart City".
Novelist Shares His Thoughts On City Planning
In this interview, Author Steven Johnson discusses his lates book about London's Cholera outbreak, urban planning, and his fascination with the popular computer game, SimCity.
It's Time To Celebrate World Town Planning Day
Ontario, Canada's Region of Peel has announced plans to celebrate World Town Planning Day on November 8.
Urban Marathons Adding To Economic Growth
Across the country, an increasing number of marathon runners are adding to the economic growth of small, mid-size, and large cities.
A Call For Child-Friendly Cities
An urban planning professor in Australia has joined a push to make the country's major cities more child-friendly.
Is Suburbia Just A Scapegoat For Obesity?
A new study challenges the growing body of research linking suburban living to obesity -- citing that people's eating and exercise habits more likely dictate where they live, not vice versa.
Ireland Looks To Recruit American Workers
Faced with low unemployment rates and worker shortages in certain high-skill sectors, Irish companies are increasingly looking to other countries - especially the U.S. - for employees.
Growing Pains For Davie, Florida
With 90,000 residents and growing, Davie, Florida is struggling to move beyond its rural roots.
'Garbage Settlements' To House Poor In Philippines
A Canadian architect has been in the Philippines for the past year designing homes for the country's poorest citizens. His method utilizes whatever building materials can be found to create an easily constructed and long-lasting home.
The Psychological Effects Of Urban Planning On Children
Making cities and urban places more child-friendly was the subject of a recent planning conference in Sydney, Australia. Attendees highlighted some of the ways poor planning can negatively affect childhood development.
Nation's Safest And Most Dangerous Cities
A list of the least and most dangerous cities in the United States as ranked by the research and publishing company Morgan Quitno Press.
Battle Rages Over Arizona State Trust Land
Stakeholders in Arizona are battling it out this election over how to handle more than 9 million acres of state trust land.
Downtowns Across The Nation Gaining Residents
Downtown living is an increasingly attractive alternative to suburban living.
Can U.S. Handle 400 Million?
America's population recently reached 300 million, and is on a track to increase by another 100 million within 30 to 40 years. Based on the increasing use of resources, many fear that 400 million may be too much to handle.
Fat City: Questioning The Relationship Between Urban Sprawl and Obesity
Researchers at the University of Toronto conclude that linking sprawl and obesity is misguided.
An Urban Tour Of Mumbai
An automobile tour through Mumbai (Bombay) reveals the extreme contrasts in India's financial capital.
Urban Design for Planners 1: Software Tools
This six-course series explores essential urban design concepts using open source software and equips planners with the tools they need to participate fully in the urban design process.
Planning for Universal Design
Learn the tools for implementing Universal Design in planning regulations.
City of Moorpark
City of Tustin
Tyler Technologies
City of Astoria
Transportation Research & Education Center (TREC) at Portland State University
Chaddick Institute at DePaul University
Regional Transportation Commission of Southern Nevada
Toledo-Lucas County Plan Commissions
