Urban Development
The Forgotten Treasure in Western Land
Will the arid West’s farms and settlements thrive for another century? Better conservation policy should take a longer view.
Squamish Nation Plans 6,000-Unit Development in Vancouver
The residential development in Vancouver, located on Squamish Nation land, will be significantly larger than what was initially planned.
Transfer of Air Rights Sought to Finance Public Housing Improvements in Brooklyn
The rezoning of the neighborhood of Gowanus in Brooklyn is providing opportunities for local politicians to address local needs.
Why Big Tech Billions Won't Dent California's Housing Crisis
New multibillion-dollar affordable housing commitments from leading tech firms may build out thousands of units, but that's nothing next to California's gargantuan housing shortage.
Saturday Satire: The Accessibility Meeting Is Located Down Three Flights of Stairs
A satirical piece published by McSweeney's calls attention to the remaining work to done in building a truly accessible built environment.
Criticism of a Gas Station Proposed for the Philadelphia Waterfront
A case study in development proposals not matching planning ambitions on the Delaware River Waterfront in Philadelphia.
Living in the Gentrified Version of Fort Greene, Brooklyn
The New York Times notes the gentrification of Fort Greene, but caters to the people would looking for places to live in the neighborhood.
Opinion: Portland Housing Reforms Are the Solution Needed Now
A trio of housing reforms would allow increases in housing density and make anti-displacement a policy priority in Portland, Oregon.
Strategies for Discussing Urban Revitalization in Context of Gentrification
With concerns about gentrification sometimes, and in some places, dominating the discussion, it can be difficult to advocate for revitalization.
Can Reparations Right the Wrongs Caused by a Highway?
An elevated highway destroyed an African American community in Syracuse, New York. Is just removing it enough?
Without Sidewalks, Making Seattle Streets More Pedestrian Friendly
Over a quarter of city blocks lack sidewalk infrastructure. An advocacy project to reduce traffic speeds and increase pedestrian safety on these streets has evolved into a city-funded program.
Las Vegas Approves Homeless Camping Ban
The city of Las Vegas has approved a law that prohibits the homeless from camping in large swaths of the city. The measure provoked the opposition on most of the public in attendance at a City Council hearing this week.
How D.C.'s Comprehensive Plan May Change
Along with a commitment to produce more affordable housing, Washington D.C. is making general amendments to its Comprehensive Plan. The result may be more "honesty" and nuance around housing.
Traffic Signals Will Finally Prioritize Expo Line Trains in Los Angeles
The Los Angeles City Council has approved a motion to improve signal prioritization for the sake of light rail transit on the Expo Line where it operates in city streets.
Zoning to Keep Manufacturing in Chicago
Planned manufacturing districts (PMDs) are a way to protect valuable land, but their effectiveness as an economic development strategy has been inconsistent.
Measuring the Effect of Zoning on Housing Prices
Recent political interest in local land use regulations requires a thorough and nuanced understanding of the strengths and limitations of the methodologies available for measuring the effects of zoning.
Planning a New Approach to Transit Oriented Development in Compton
The city of Compton has completed a draft environmental impact review of an ambitious plan to transform the blocks surrounding the Artesia Station on the Metro A Line.
The Importance of Urban Tree Canopies
Urban trees play an essential role in making cities livable and countering the effects of climate change.
Election 2019: Planning and Development Related Results Roundup
Many states and cities around the country voted on November 5, 2019 to decide matters related to the future of the built environment.
Ride-Hailing Report Examines Effects on Chicago's Congestion
A new report looks at how the increase of ride-hailing in Chicago is affecting infrastructure and mobility.
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.
Smith Gee Studio
City of Charlotte
City of Camden Redevelopment Agency
City of Astoria
Transportation Research & Education Center (TREC) at Portland State University
US High Speed Rail Association
City of Camden Redevelopment Agency
Municipality of Princeton (NJ)
