California
Environmental Impacts Of The California Recall
While the recall has directed the media's attention to the state budget and the governor's attempt to manage it, Governor Davis' significant environmental record has been virtually ignored.
Hiking California's 'Public' Coastline
A band of amateur hikers attempts to hike the entire length of the 'public' California Coastline. The coastline is still far from public, however.
150 Evacuated After L.A. Freeway Accident
Diesel-truck filled with 9,000 gallons of gasoline explodes on freeway, forcing the evacuation of 150 residents and killing the driver.
Regional Governance Key In A Globalized Economy
As metropolitan regions become the dominant loci of economic activity, developing coherent regional strategies for dealing with growth, transportation and housing is imperative.
Airlines Weigh In On Airport Planning
Executive Director of the Los Angles Airlines Airport Affairs Committee responds to Mayor Jim Hahn's proposed LAX Master Plan.
Los Angeles Suffers Worst Smog In Six Years
After years of alleged improvements, Los Angelenos are breathing the most polluted air in six years.
End Of The Line For Ahmanson Ranch Development
A 17-year battle between developers and environmentalists comes to an end as 2,800-acre Ahmanson Ranch is sold to the state for $150 million.
Palo Alto Conducts Fiber-optic Cost-Benefit Analysis
Can and should Palo Alto, CA wire the city with Fiber-optic cable to compete with commercial services?
Why Bother With The General Plan?
Why bother with the silly (and unfunded) mandate to update Sacramento's General Plan, which is roundly ignored by everyone, asks Mark Dempsey.
Santa Clarita Planning Director Steps Down
Santa Clarita, CA planning director Jeff Lambert steps down to start his own business.
Schwarzenegger's Hydrogen-powered Hummer
Schwarzenegger defends his Hummer and says if elected, he'll convert it to run on hydrogen.
Environmental Terrorists Strike Again
Six homes in San Diego, CA are torched by members of the Earth Liberation Front, who leave the message, "development equals destruction."
Is Walking To School A Thing Of The Past?
A new study reveals that nearly three-quarters of trips by today's kids are made in cars.
San Jose: The Lost Opportunity Is Staggering
Forbes ASAP editor Michael S. Malone delivers a damning analysis of how San Jose, CA, has squandered a golden opportunity for redevelopment.
Preservation Used As A Blunt Force Object
Brought to you by the city's preservationists, who'll do anything to stop a bulldozer.
The Balancing Act Of Code Enforcement
In the most overcrowded city in the U.S., officials and advocates are trying to address health and safety concerns related to overcrowding, without displacing the very people they are trying to protect.
Affordable Housing in San Francisco?
According to some, the Dot.com bust started a trend that brought affordable housing relief to thousands in San Francisco.
The Dilemma Of Code Enforcement
Dilapidated, overcrowded housing poses serious risks, but it may be better than the alternative.
Internet NIMBYism
Websites are changing the nature of how NIMBYs fight developments.
A Rebirth For Downtown Los Angeles
Conversion of a 32-acre rail yard and a 40-acre industrial development to parkland in downtown L.A. could herald a rebirth of the city's center.
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.
City of Moorpark
City of Tustin
Tyler Technologies
City of Camden Redevelopment Agency
City of Astoria
Transportation Research & Education Center (TREC) at Portland State University
Regional Transportation Commission of Southern Nevada
Toledo-Lucas County Plan Commissions
