United States
Fighting Noise Pollution In New York
New York Mayor is tough Michael R. Bloomberg announced an initiative to address quality-of-life issues in the city.
Sprawl Spreads Two Acres Per Minute
Development consumes two acres of prime farmland each minute in the U.S.
The Superadobe: Cheap, Reliable And Stylish
Superadobes, made of moist dirt and loose cement, are reliable, affordable, and stylish.
Selling The Colorado River's Water
Is this good water policy, or the government conceeding to powerful water interests?
World's Most Polluted Coasts
United Nations report identifies the most polluted coasts around the world.
SUVs -- The World's Most Dangerous Vehicle
Author Keith Bradsher talks with NPR about his new book, "High and Mighty: SUVs -- The World's Most Dangerous Vehicle and How They Got That Way."
Canada Seeks Immigrants To Revive Hinterland
Canadian cities are some of the most ethnically diverse in the world. The country seeks immigrants to revive rural areas.
From Jewish Street To Public Square
The evolution of American suburbs into places with a "naked public square" is partly a result of the post-WWII move of Jews from cities to suburbs.
Bush's Controversial Land-use Policies
Controversial moves include a plan to make logging for fire prevention profitable by clearing some big trees.
Sprawl And Drought: A Deadly Combination
Neal Peirce comments on what the water emergencies of 2002 tell us about sprawl and smart growth.
Towns Conserve American Character
Many US towns are now taking steps to restore some of their unique local color.
Environment: The Role Of Politicians And Citizens
The recovery of the Hudson River is an example of politicians and citizens can do to save the environment.
Flood Damages Czech Archives
Prague architecture archive appeals for funds to save water damaged documents.
Architecture On The Solar Frontier
Innovative ideas at architecture contest prove that using alternate energy does not have to mean altering your lifestyle.
Delhi's New Traffic Solution: A Model?
Delhi has one of the worst traffic problems in the world. The new solution: ban begging.
Building Highway Infrastructure
The GAO releases a report on the timely completion of highway constructionprojects -- and details the 200 major steps required.
The Least Mobile Town In America
This town offers stability, sustainability, and Mama's cooking. Will the college educated ever go home again?
Can School Vouchers Improve Neighborhoods?
Perhaps school vouchers don't improve schools. However, they do improve neighborhoods, writes Jonathan Rauch.
Big Cities Aren't Livable Cities
None of the top 10 most populous international cities are also on the top 10 quality of life list.
Three Gripes About Smart Growth
Urban legends, edgeless cities, monster homes and other phenomena complicate the perception, application, and inclusion of Smart Growth.
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 Mt Shasta
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)
Regional Transportation Commission of Southern Nevada
