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Disability Activists Sue New York MTA

Two class action lawsuits take New York’s inaccessible metro system to task.

May 1, 2017 - New York Times

Improved Beach Access for Disabled

A city in Michigan has initiated a plan to provide greater beach and park access to those who are disabled.

March 4, 2011 - South Bend Tribune

Federal Grants Make Taxis More Accessible

A new federal grant program is enabling private car and taxi companies in cities across the country to buy new handicapped-accessible cars for their fleets.

December 23, 2009 - USA Today

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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.