Georgia
How Golf Can Revive A Blighted Neighborhood
Tom Cousins is building what "experts say is one of the most impressive mixed-income communities in America" around a golf course. Will it work in other cities?
Atlanta Is The Most Sprawled Metro In U.S.
Thanks to a reputation for unchecked sprawl and growth, Atlanta is being used as an example of how not to managed growth.
From Steel Mill To Mixed Use Project
An former Atlanta steel mill site is planned to become a vast mixed-use project patterened after New York City's Soho.
Atlanta's Livable Center Initiative
The Atlanta Regional Commission is awarding grants to emerging "edge cities" so that they can plan what they want to be when they grow up.
The Cost Of Pollution
Deteriorating air pollution has cost the Atlanta region federal funds for roads.
Escaping Atlanta's Urban Sprawl
Geogria residents are moving into the mountain forests of Western North Carolina to escape Atlanta's urban sprawl.
Governor Proposes Transit Plan For Atlanta
Gov. Roy Barnes is spreading more than $8 billion across traffic-congested areas to give most commuters something they haven't had before -- choices.
Georgia's Governor Testifies To Keep Road Funding
Gov. Barnes asked a federal judge to keep the road money flowing in the Atlanta region, after environmentalist filed a suit proclaiming the state hasn't done enough to combat the region's congestion and air quality issues.
Preservationists Concerned About 'Demolition Loophole'
Historic Preservationists in Savannah, GA, are concerned about a loophole that allows the demolition of historic building just by waiting for one year.
Atlanta's Transportation Superagency Struggling
Created to address regional air quality and traffic congestion that ran afoul of federal clean air laws, the Georgia Regional Transportation Authority has yet to produce any tangible evidence that it is fulfilling its purpose after two years of existance.
Transit Oriented Development Getting A Boost In Atlanta
Planners and developers are working to create mini-cities around MARTA rail stations - against concerns from some residents.
Technology Supports Planning in Georgia
The Savannah Area Geographic Information System is helping planners plan for sustainable growth and save money.
Atlanta's Affordable Housing Quandry
If Atlanta's downtown is be revitalized, it must include affordable housing. However, local government must be clear about what affordable means.
Atlanta's Traffic Woes
Residents are demanding relief from the region's enormous traffic problem, but so far solutions are still in the planning stages.
Breaking The Habit Of Suburbia
If the war with suburbia is over, why are we still struggling with its development habits?
Sewer Moratorium Slows Development In Metro Atlanta
Developers have been idling after state environmental officials declared a moratorium on sewer hookups until a facility in north Fulton County can be upgraded.
Georgia County Embraces Smart Growth
20-year community land use plan has one goal: limit explosive growth.
Does Sprawl Cause Sprawling Waistlines?
Does suburban sprawl cause health problems related to lack of exercise? Researchers aim to find out with a $4 million transportation study.
Sustaining Atlanta's Growth
Since 1950, the city has experienced phenomenal growth. Planning experts are wondering how long it can last.
Census Shows Growth In Atlanta's Population
After years of flight, whites are moving back into Atlanta, GA.
FREE Course: Walkable City 1: Why Walkability?
After describing his path towards focusing on walkability as the essence of good planning, Jeff Speck marches through his five principal reasons for making more walkable places.
Reinventing Malls: Planning Alchemy—Turning Gray Fields Into Gold
The course focuses on the opportunities and imperatives that shape reinvention of mall sites.
City of Rosemead
Rutgers University, Edward J. Bloustein School of Planning and Public Policy
One Hundred Miles
Hunter College, City University of New York (CUNY)
The Architects Foundation
University of Cincinnati Online
City of Cambridge
Montrose County
The Pocatello Development Authority
