Michigan
Detroit's New Technology Tool For Developers
Detroit has developed a property inventory computer system which tracks the city's inventory of abandoned buildings and lots.
Sprawl, Farmers Clash
As rapid development explodes across Washtenaw County, MI, residents are fighting back.
Perrier's Controversial Plan To Tap Aquifers
Recent zoning changes favor Perrier's plan to pump out 720,000 gallons a day from Michigan aquifers. What will happen to the neighborhing wells, wetlands, and lakes?
Western Michigan Coastline Controls Considered
Officials has proposed $100,000 plan to study coastline community master plans and impact of new homes.
Traffic Control Grant For State
Michigan to get a $7 million state grant to link high-tech traffic information.
Voters Shout: Fight Sprawl Or Get Out
Voters in Michican townships and counties sent a clear message about sprawl.
Filling The G A P S In Neighborhoods
Detroit has vacant land in between neighborhoods and needs new housing but developers aren't rushing in. Why?
A Sheltered Downtown?
Pontiac is "trying hard to reinvent itself" by turning its downtown into a "regional entertainment district"...so it is squeezing out a 60-year old shelter for at-risk women and children.
Preventing Crime With Design
A good building or community design can dramatically reduce the possibility of crime. Detroit offers several examples.
Rethinking The Rennaissance
Detroit's Rennaissance Center -- called "the greatest urban tragedy of the country" -- is getting a makeover.
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.
Caltrans
City of Fort Worth
Mpact (founded as Rail~Volution)
City of Camden Redevelopment Agency
City of Astoria
City of Portland
City of Laramie
