Urban Development
Atlanta's Core Builds 'Up' Instead Of 'Out'
A host of multi-million dollar intown mega-developments -- all mixed-use and pedestrian-oriented -- promise to remake Atlanta into a more walkable, urban city. However, the suburbs are in "no danger of emptying."
Can Existing Buildings Be Renovated 'Green'?
While using green building practices has become popular in new construction, the same is not true for renovation projects.
Undaunted Developer Pursues Air Rights Over Boston's Turnpike
In a third and perhaps final attempt, developer John Rosenthal submitted plans to locate 668 housing units, 57,000 square feet of retail, 1,200 parking spaces, and a redeveloped transit station in Boston's Kenmore Square neighborhood.
Historic Streetcars : Urban Investment And A Smart Transit Choice
Historic streetcars are on a comeback in the USA. Cheaper than light rail, they also are an asset in encouraging reinvestment in older parts of downtowns as illustrated by Tampa's 2.5 mile line that connects neighborhoods.
Downtown Raleigh Debates Relaxing Parking Requirements
The city council is considering letting developers decide for themselves how many parking spaces to build, though many worry the change could harm downtown.
Cities Benefitting From Decking Highways With Parks
U.S. cities are increasingly utilizing below-grade freeway to cover with parkland. Some 20 highway-deck parks are already open, with more in the pipeline.
Kingston Struggles To Prepare Itself For Cricket World Cup
In March, the Cricket World Cup will be held in nine Caribbean locations. Preparations are underway in Kingston, Jamaica, and though the pitches are almost ready for the world's best bowlers and batsmen, much of the city itself is in shambles.
Buenos Aires Trying To Keep Up With Growth
Argentina's capital has placed a moratorium on new construction due to failing infrastructure and concerns over the pace of neighborhood change.
Ed Blakely's Ideas For New Orleans' Recovery
In his new job as the executive director for recovery management in New Orleans, Ed Blakely brings decades of experience and a few potentially controversial ideas.
Philadelphia's Planning Chief Has Big Job Ahead
Janice Woodcock, the executive director of the city Planning Commission, is charged with the task of updating the historic city's archaic zoning code.
Planners Say 9th Ward Could Rise Again
Findings from a recent planning survey contradicts the plan to rebuild the community from scratch.
Top Planning Issues Of 2006
From green building to the housing bubble, the editors of Planetizen review the most talked about stories of 2006.
A Call For Tougher Building Codes Along The Coast
Outgoing National Hurricane Center Director Max Mayfield urges adoption of tougher building codes and land use rules to avert "major disaster" in the southeast.
Revitalized Downtown Struggles With 'Hangover' Effect
While many downtowns struggle to attract residents and visitors, Madison, Wisconsin has succeeded in creating a vibrant nightlife scene, so much so, that overcrowding and alcohol-related crime have become a serious problem.
Katrina Lessons Forgotten?
As rebuilding continues in New Orleans, many homes are being built in the floodplain without raised foundations, leading many to believe that the tough lessons learned during Hurricane Katrina have already been forgotten.
Friday Funny: Celebrity-Inspired Subdivisions Debut
The domestic diva Martha Stewart is putting her stamp on a New Urbanist style community in Central Florida.
Condos Rise In Forward Thinking Blue Collar Town
A company town near Seattle leveraged former Boeing property to attract new residential and commercial development, and is even luring the city's sports teams and the Seattle branch of the Federal Reserve Bank.
The Great Mall Of Asia
At over 4 million square feet, Manila's new mega-mall is part commercial palace and social square.
Mini-Me McMansions: The Modern Day Playhouse
Sales of high-priced playhouses that replicate real-life homes are increasing.
Racheting Up San Francisco's Skyline
Planners and local officials want to see the city's height restrictions lifted and the city's skyline accentuated with new high-rise buildings.
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.
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