The Charlotte Observer
Kunstler Discusses Cities And Oil
The end of an era of cheap oil will change everything about the way we live, says James Howard Kunstler.
Charlotte Proposes Streetcar Line
Charlotte North Carolina's Area Transit System recommends a streetcar line along Central Avenue. Many neighbors and community leaders oppose the plan.
New Urbanism: A Fake Urban Atmosphere?
A project inspired by New Urbanism comes to life but some say it is not a true urban community.
Bus Or Rail?
The Charlotte, North Carolina transit provider proposes light rail, not busways, for its southeast transit corridor.
Exit Strategy For 'Big Box Blight'
Charlotte city planners have a new requirement for big box planners: an exit strategy.
Ordinance Promotes Pedestrian-Friendly Streets
Davidson, NC, requires two-story buildings "placed up to the street" so a new gas station will not have gas pumps in the front.
Can Charlotte Learn From Portland?
A writer for the Charlotte Observer begins a series comparing Charlotte, North Carolina to Portland, Oregon.
Nation's Affordable Housing Gap Worsening
A report from the National Housing Conference, a nonprofit coalition of industry experts, advocates and academics, reveals affordable housing shortage affecting the working poor.
Limiting Cul-de-Sacs In North Carolina
Several communities in North Carolina have limited the use of Cul-de-Sacs, arguing that overuse has caused traffic congestion.
Charlotte Residents Concerned About Growth
Residents of Charlotte, N.C. discuss growth issues with candidates for city council.
Developers Look For The Road Name Less Traveled
Planners in the fast growing Charlotte area say growth is making it harder to christen streets.
Obsessed With Cars?
The Charlotte Observer starts a five-day series on our automobile-obsessed society.
Charlotte's High Tech Hot Bed
The airport, the interstate, the real estate, the networks - ingredients that make Charlotte one of the newest high tech hot spots.
What's The Verdict On HOV Lanes?
Transportation engineers in Charlotte are wrestling with the successes and shortcomings of building carpool lanes.
Charlotte's City Council: Backseat Architects?
The architects' designs for the City's new arena are met with a resounding sigh from the city council.
Five Principles For New Arena Development
The Charlotte, N.C. city council approved five principles to guide the design of their new arena.
Embarking On A Light Rail Project
The city of Charlotte is preparing to break ground on its first light rail line next month after years of study and planning.
Fighting Sprawl With Smart Growth
In Charlotte, N.C. the only thing voters hate more then sprawl is density, something anti-spawl supporters are trying to change.
Light Rail Or Elevation Train?
Two proposals in Charlotte, NC are vying for $50 million a year in transit funds to link up the city.
New Urbanist Development Succeeds
After tough opposition, a South Carolina subdivision is gaining accolades for its neo-traditional neighborhood concept.
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