Opportunity Urbanism

Maximizing Opportunity Urbanism With Robin Hood Planning

"How enlightened planners can be champions for the little guy and save America in the process." An urban planner policy framework for increasing upward social mobility and reducing inequality in cities.

August 10, 2015 - Center for Opportunity Urbanism

'Center for Opportunity Urbanism' Think Tank Launched in Houston

A new think tank to promote suburban growth has been established in Houston by arguably the media's highest-profile supporters of suburban growth.

March 5, 2015 - Houston Chronicle

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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.