Washington
GAO Reports On Washington Transit
The GAO reports on the many successes at Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority, but notes that capital planning should be enhanced.
Trees Ordinances: A Thorny Issue
Property rights is not the only reason for the controversial nature of tree ordinances regulating tree-cutting on private property.
Washington's Transportation Crisis
While almost no one was watching, the Legislature yesterday adjourned for the fourth time this year - once again without approving a statewide plan to fix Washington's worsening transportation crisis.
Seattle Puts Affordable Housing In The Driver's Seat
Under a plan approved by the City Council, developers who want to build big must contribute to a new city housing fund or set aside more of their new buildings as low and moderate income housing.
Cultivating Pedestrian Street Traffic
A new development in the Seattle suburb of Bellevue has resulted in a resurgance of foot traffic and created an atmosphere of urban vitality.
Sustainable Forests And The Economy
The state of Washington is positioned to take a leadership role in the sustaiable management of forests.
Seattle Architects Showcase Multifamily Housing
As new housing development increasingly takes the shape of apartments and condos instead single family homes, the local chapter of the American Institure of Architects is showing six new projects to the public that give city living more appeal.
The Unexpected City: Suburbs Are Turning Urban
Some suburbs are turning denser and more urban with mixed-use development.
High Tech Mansions Under Attack
A six month freeze on billionaire mansions in Medina, the Seattle suburb on Lake Washington, has been ordered by the city's mayor.
Affordable Housing Moves Into Pricey Suburbs
Affordable housing is being built in Washington's pricey suburban communities as a result of the state's Growth Management Act of 1990.
Is New Urbanism A Silver Bullet?
Is New Urbanism the most important issue in urban design since the beginning of suburbia?
Curbing Growth In Portland
Portland's urban growth boundary is meant to control growth and preserve farmland and forests. But opponents it has caused traffic problems and high home prices.
Growth Vs. The Church
Catholic Archdiocese of Seattle is opposed to the urban growth boundary in King County, WA.Andrew C. Huff reviews court decisions in similar cases.
Seattle's Light Rail Woes
The region's transit agency is spending about $4 million a month on a stalled transit plan as its board of directors debates what type of light-rail line to build.
To Address Traffic Problems, Confront Sprawl
Columnist Barbara Wilson argues that effective solutions to traffic congestions can only be achieved by addressing the real causes of congestion.
Rural Growth Limits: Should Churches Be Exempt?
The largest church in King County, WA, sparked the debate over rural growth limits.
Seattle Re-evaluates Its Urban Planning Strategy
As the technology industry shrinks, Seattle is forced examining its urban planning strategy.
The Future Of Seattle
Is Seattle's fortune chained to the technology renaissance that created it? The city looks for ways to "reboot" its future.
Seattle Ferry Commuters Face Higher Prices
20 percent rate hike troubles ferry commuters for whom driving is not an alternative.
Benefits of 'Mother-in-Law Apartments'
"Accessory dwellings units," known previously as "mother-in-law apartments, can provide the right kind of affordable housing for some.
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.
Borough of Carlisle
Smith Gee Studio
City of Camden Redevelopment Agency
City of Astoria
Transportation Research & Education Center (TREC) at Portland State University
City of Camden Redevelopment Agency
Municipality of Princeton (NJ)
