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Pipe Dreams In The Dry West?
Western cities go beyond dams to pump water hundreds of miles from their expanding borders.
Delaware River Skyway In Limbo
An aerial link could shuttle tourists between Philadelphia and Camden, bringing new income to the cash-strapped cities. Critics claim the whole scheme could be yet another boondoggle along the waterfront.
Cookie-cutter Designs Don't Always Cut It
Opponents of chain stores say the companies spread suburban sameness and ruin the distinctive character of neighborhoods.
'Micropolitan' Puts Happy Face On Sprawl Problem
The new Census designation for regional centers anchored by cities of less than 50,000 people exposes how rural life becomes suburban sprawl.
Economists, Federal Reserve Argue Over 'Housing Bubble'
A new report from HSBC says American housing is overvalued and could lead to a 'hard landing' in 2005.
Community Life Could Benefit From Retiring Baby Boomers
Retiring baby boomers could be a social asset.
Honey, I Don't Want You To Meet The Neighbors
Sprawl invades big animal habitats -- mountain lions turn up in Palo Alto yards.
'Silent Majority' Favors Affordable Housing
National Association of Realtors finds growing public acceptance of affordable housing projects.
TDRs Save NJ Farmland
State supported transfer of development rights programs are working to preserve Farmland in New Jersey.
Vasectomy Zoning
Are suburban housing policies intentionally limiting housing options for parents with children to keep school costs low?
The Off-Mall Trend
Department store owners are beginning to forgo mall venues in favor of standalone stores, which offer greater flexibility.
Bush's Environmental Commitment?
On the campaign trail, Bush promises to protect the country's wetlands.
The Newest 'New Town'
Mountain House, CA promises the same elements that other new towns have for decades--pedestrian-oriented neighborhoods, varied architecture, affordable homes with efficient access to employment. Will this one be able to deliver?
Most Livable Places of the Decade
Partners for Livable Communities releases a list of livable places for the decade.
Trends In Transfers Of Development Rights
USA Today profiles the efforts of a couple in rural Palmett, GA to manage growth through transfers of development rights.
Eminent Domain Uses Questioned
Across the nation, there is growing resistence to eminment domain.
Can Houston Drivers Adapt To Light Rail?
For the last year, Houston has been trying to prepare its drivers for light rail, but already there have been 15 accidents since January 1.
Battling for the Natural Landscape
Colorado's Roan Plateau is home to one of the state's richest collections of plants and wildlife, as well abundant natural gas reserves.
Debates About Wal-Mart Supercenters in California Rage On
The big-box retailer still can't crack the California market.
Glaring Concern Over Disney Concert Hall
New Los Angeles landmark is causing neighbors' temperatures to rise--literally.
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