California

L.A.-Bakersfield Megalopolis Or Sprawl?

Three new massive developments -- one of which would be the largest housing project in L.A. County's history -- along the windswept Grapevine would link Los Angeles and Bakersfield.

September 10, 2002 - The Los Angeles Times

Los Angeles Breakup Now Seems Unlikely

With just two months to the election, the secession movement hasn't been able to develop a credible revolutionary zeal.

September 9, 2002 - The Los Angeles Times

Dogs Banned From State Beaches

State parks ban dogs and kite-flying at many San Mateo County beaches to protect plover habitat.

September 7, 2002 - Half Moon Bay Review

Proposed LAX Master Plan Sacrifices Regional Economic Growth

Former LA Airport Commission President Dan Garcia discusses the current $9.6 billion airport modernization proposal.

September 6, 2002 - The Metro Investment Report

Native American Veto Rights On Development

Native Americans are pushing for veto powers over development projects in California that impact historically-significant sites.

September 6, 2002 - The Christian Science Monitor

San Jose's $2.1 Billion Affordable Housing Plan

San Jose's Mayor proposes California's largest program for a region where rapidly risng housing costs are forcing many middle-income families to leave.

September 6, 2002 - The San Francisco Chronicle

Green Line Between Cities To Prevent Sprawl

An agreement between two California cities would establish a permanent green line of prime farmland preserve between the cities.

September 6, 2002 - The Sacramento Bee

Architects Seek Permanence Of Los Angeles

Architecture critic Leon Whiteson discusses the relationship between Los Angeles and its avant-garde architects.

September 5, 2002 - The Planning Report

A Governor's Race Silent On Growth

Don't count on a debate about growth during this year's California race for governor.

September 5, 2002 - California Planning and Development Report

Measuring Quality Of Life

The Economist examines the economic and quality-of-life impacts of the dot-com boom on California's Bay Area.

September 3, 2002 - The Economist

Profile Of An Eclectic Developer

Michael Harrah is credited with the urban renewal of downtown Santa Ana, CA -- becoming a millionaire in the process. He's also a stunt-pilot.

September 3, 2002 - The Los Angeles Times

LAX's Proposed $10 Billion Modernization Plan

Former president of the LAX Airport Commission expresses "grave reservations" about Los Angeles Mayor Hahn's plan.

September 3, 2002 - The Metro Investment Report

CA Developers To Bear Runoff Costs

New clean water requirements to treat runoff will is expected to cost developers $300 million in Northern California.

September 2, 2002 - Contra Costa Times-Walnut Creek

San Francisco Presidio's 30-year Plan Released

Ending a contentious two-year planning process, the federal agency that oversees the Presidio has adopted a 30-year master plan.

August 30, 2002 - The San Francisco Chronicle

CityLink: A Model For Rebuilding Inner Cities

An interview with CityLink Investment Corporation's CEO William Jones in which he discusses how the City Heights neighborhood of San Diego is being transformed and revitalized.

August 30, 2002 - The Planning Report

Getting Green Out Of Brownfields

California's Bay Area has been successful in returning brownfields to productive use.

August 30, 2002 - The Oakland Tribune

Home Owners/Developers Overturn School Facilities Fee Assessment

An interview discussing the recent Superior Court decision claiming that LAUSD failed to meet lawful requirements in applying Alternative School Facilities Fees.

August 29, 2002 - The Planning Report

California Abandons Growth Legislation

California's legislative attempt to focus growth through legislation is abandoned.

August 29, 2002 - Contra Costa Times-Walnut Creek

Infrastructure Fee Shortfall Plagues Modesto's Village

An infrastructure fee shortfall for an 1,840-acre project in a Central California Valley city could reach into the tens of millions of dollars.

August 28, 2002 - California Planning and Development Report

Trading Off Housing For 'Big-Box' Development

A former city manager and current real estate developer discusses the development trade-offs California cities face stemming from Prop. 13.

August 28, 2002 - The Planning Report

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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

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