United States
The Dangers of Aging Infrastructure
The collapse of the 35W bridge in Minneapolis is likely to be representative of the kinds of new disasters we experience in the US as the county's infrastructure ages, and little new investment is made by government.
The Left-Leaning NIMBY
In Marin County and other wealthy, liberal enclaves, many residents are vocally supportive of affordable housing and other causes -- unless its in their neighborhood.
Pedestrian Friendliness Rating Engine Draws Attention On Web
A fun new website that attempts to quantify the pedestrian-friendliness of a neighborhood is getting some buzz in the blogosphere.
Legislating The Connection Between Land Use, Climate Change
California State Senator Darrell Steinberg tackles the connections between land use and greenhouse gas emissions with SB 375. Can California continue its leadership on climate change legislation?
Federal Infrastructure Bank Proposed In Congress
With the nation's crumbling infrastructure having grabbed headlines lately, two U.S. senators are supported the concept of a national infrastructure bank to evaluate and finance major public works.
What To Consider When Planning Commuter Rail
Cities contemplating commuter rail systems should first look at the characteristics of other successful systems.
Downsizing The American Dream
Are Americans ready to shed their preference for oversized homes? With new regulations in the pipeline, and sustainability all the rage, opponents of McMansions certainly hope so.
Americans: Don't Stop Me From Driving (Or Parking) My Car
Whether is a proposal for congestion pricing in 2007 or the advent of parking meters in the 1930s, Americans have a way of being hostile towards plans that interfere with their 'constitutional right' to free driving and parking.
Should Homes Be Banned From Fire-Prone Areas?
With the cost of fighting fires having risen dramatically, a recent op-ed suggests that cities and counties reign in sprawl and prevent home construction in forest areas.
The Health And Education Benefits Of Affordable Housing
A new collection of research shows that people who have access to affordable housing don't just have a better place to live, but more easily improve their health and education level.
The Growing Job Market For Urban Planners
With environmental issues increasingly center stage in the public consciousness, the demand for 'green' jobs -- such as urban planners -- is growing quickly.
Automated Parking Garages Making Inroads In U.S.
With space at a premium in a growing number of U.S. cities, developers are starting to include automated garages in their parking plans.
Preserve Industrial Areas Or Allow Housing?
As the popularity of condos and lofts in industrial areas rises amongst both developers and buyers, cities such as Chicago, L.A., and New York are taking steps to protect their historic industrial zones.
Controversy Erupts Over Endangered Species Act
Congress and the Interior Department investigate whether the Bush administration undermined federal protections.
The Best Cities To Spend Your Golden Years
AARP's annual list of great places to retire focuses on urban areas with amenities that allow seniors to maintain independence -- mixed-use housing, transit, walkable streets.
Activism Through Architecture
When other activist tactics failed, a couple fighting to keep out a monster garbage dump turned to architects.
Several States Considering Truck-Only Lanes
In hopes of reducing congestion and improving goods movement, state transportation officials want to create interstate lanes specifically for trucks.
Cost of Replacing U.S. Cities' Aging Infrastrucure 'Staggering'
The explosion of an 83-year old steam pipe in Manhattan shouldn't be viewed as an isolated incident, but a warning sign.
Big Homes Causing Big Problems
The debate over McMansionization has pitted neighbor against neighbor across the United States.
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.
KFH Group Inc.
Greater Baltimore Committee
Eagle County Government
The Architects Foundation
University of Cincinnati Online
The Pocatello Development Authority
The Urban Renewal Agency of the City of Pocatello
