United States
The Most Expensive Homes Of 2007
While the country overall is experiencing a housing slowdown, it hasn't stopped the extremely wealthy from plopping down record setting sums for prime real estate.
A Fire Chief's View Of Smart Growth
A recent post on a fire chief's blog provides insight on the challenges that clustered, higher-density housing developments present to firefighers.
Going Green Is An Uphill Battle In The 'Burbs
Eco-friendly developments are struggling to achieve approval due to zoning restrictions in the suburbs of New York and New Jersey -- a story that is more and more familiar in suburbs across the country.
Fixing Traffic Without Help From Uncle Sam
Desperate to find ways to relieve traffic congestion, local planners are getting creative with transportation plans and potential sources of revenue.
Clamping Down On Urban Noise Could Help Fight Climate Change
Could the secret to getting more people to adopt higher-density (and therefore more sustainable) living be designing a soundproof apartment?
Making It Cool To Walk To School
A newly released study looked at various programs designed to encourage more students to walk to school, and helps to identify a recipe for success.
Investing In A City's Rebirth
With urban areas on the rise, investors are taking a closer look places like Detroit and Philadelphia, where depressed real estate values can equal opportunity for those with local knowledge.
Can The U.S. Cut Its Energy Consumption?
A Canadian economist says the U.S. is heading for a major collision between rising energy prices and its lifestyle of excess.
Where The Affordable Housing Is...And Isn't
California is home to the least affordable housing markets, while Michigan and Ohio are the places with the lowest home prices.
Which Cities Are Set To Make A Comeback?
History tells us that cities ebb and flow. This first of a three part series looks at a number of U.S. cities that have been in decline, and begins to explore which cities are poised to return to prosperity.
Adressing Congestion Now More Politically Feasible
Congestion issues are high on many lists of urgent urban issues. Politicians and governments are now easing up to the formerly-avoided expense of improving highways and roads.
Europe Takes A More Discerning Look At Wind Energy
Wind energy has matured in Europe and US to the point where it can be compared to other competing energy sources. While still encouraging its use, governments are now considering the disadvantages associated with this carbon-free energy source.
The Need For Planning In An Aging Society
Community design, the availability of amenities, and ease of mobility have a tremendous impact on the aging population, but the 50+ community is often ignored when these elements are being planned.
The Suburbs: Post-Levittown
In this article from The Wall Street Journal, Joel Kotkin discusses the history of suburban development, and looks at how they have changed in the years since Levittown.
A Coming Future When Cars Are Not Privately Owned
Citing the failure of 2nd generation alternative fuels and the looming issue of traffic congestion, the Chairman of Ford Motor Company ponders 'radical' solutions for the future.
Border Walls Fight Immigration, Hurt Environment
Border walls along the U.S.-Mexico are being called out by environmentalists for creating negative impacts on the area's environment and local ecology.
Green Projects Allay Second Home Buyers' Guilt
Developers seek to use the environmental friendliness of their projects to lure second home buyers who may be struggling with the guilt of buying another home and increasing their environmental footprint.
'Most Dangerous Cities' List Released, Met With Criticism
The latest report on America's most dangerous cities has been released, and Detroit is once again at the top. Critics are bashing the study, saying the FBI crime statistics it is based on do not tell the whole story of each city.
Satellite Imagery Reveals Katrina's 'Unprecedented' Impact
According to new analysis of satellite data, Hurricane Katrina destroyed 320 million trees. Dead trees will release about 367 million tons of carbon dioxide as they decompose.
The Suburbs Aren't Family Friendly After All
While hard-working families with children often head out to the suburbs for an affordable home, the hidden toll is the long commutes by car -- and its frequently women who bear the brunt of the costs.
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.
Greater Baltimore Committee
Eagle County Government
Harvard University Graduate School of Design
The Architects Foundation
University of Cincinnati Online
The Pocatello Development Authority
The Urban Renewal Agency of the City of Pocatello
Journal of the American Planning Association
