Virginia
Cityscape: Of Shopping And Smart Growth
Benjamin Forgey reviews the architecture and urban design of two mixed-use development projects in Virginia.
Sprawl Still Spreading In Virginia
Local efforts to control sprawl around Richmond and other areas in Virginia have failed.
Back To The Future Of Architecture
Built fifty years ago in Fairfax County, VA, Holmes Run Acres were designed to appeal to both architects and the general public and were considered to be the future of home architecture. What happened?
Perceptions Of Manufactured Housing
Is manufactured housing an affordable housing alternative?
NextBus: High-tech Bus System
Arlington County is implementing NextBus technology on one bus route.
Halted Bridge Study Should Be Completed
A much-needed study to investigate the need for a new bridge over the Potomac River was halted. This editorial makes a case for why this study should be completed.
Virginia Fails To Control Sprawl, Protect History
A report by the National Trust for Historic Preservation accuses the fast-growing state of Virginia for failing to control sprawl and protect historic sites. State officials say the report is based on inaccurate information.
Successfully Blending In Affordable Housing
A postive lesson for advocates of mixed-income housing.
Not In Jefferson's Back Yard: Sprawl Invades History
Preservationists are concerned about sprawl encroaching the views from Thomas Jefferson's house. They argue that the views from Thomas Jefferson's house are as much a part of history as the house itself and should be preserved.
Moving A Downtown
A riverfront town plans to move its downtown in one of the nation's most complex flood control projects.
Regional Vision Needed To Fight Sprawl
John G. Parsons says the Loudoun County smart growth initiative is "a quiet revolution" but lacks a regional vision.
Tech Giant And County Clash Over Smart Growth Plan
America Online Inc., and Loudoun County disagree on county's smart growth initiative.
Loudoun Adopts Strict Growth Controls
After 19 months of dabate, Loudoun County adopts strict growth controls; opponents protest while experts give mixed reviews.
Profile Of A Transportation Engineer
Progressive Engineer profiles Margaret Kubilins, who started a successful transportation engineering consulting firm that brings a refreshing viewpoint to the table.
DC Metro Developers Planning More Transit Oriented Projects
Instead of continuing to push into outlying counties, which is often fraught with hostile growth debates, Developers are looking for development closer in that can sustain denser projects within walking distance of rail stations.
Reston Town Center: A Living Urban Core
What makes the Reston Town Center successful? How does this urban core attract families and residents of all ages and how does it balance commercial and residential development?
What Happens When Small Towns Grow?
Purcellville, VA, is a small town that is growing
'Store Wars': Small Town Vs. Megastore
A documentary chronicles the clash between a quiet town's residents and Wal-Mart, sparked by a proposal to build a megastore in Ashland, VA.
Judge Trims City's Tough Tree Ordinance
A home owner in Falls Church, VA, faced jail time for cutting down two trees in his own yard. He fought back against the city's ordinance.
Virginia County Increases Zoning Density Near Future Rail Stations
The changes will help bring transit oriented growth to the Dulles corridor, which will be served by a future extension of the D.C. Metro.
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 Astoria
Transportation Research & Education Center (TREC) at Portland State University
Chaddick Institute at DePaul University
Regional Transportation Commission of Southern Nevada
Toledo-Lucas County Plan Commissions
