United States
Codes and Plans The Key To New Urbanism
Robert Steuteville comments on the progress The New Urbanism has made in implementing form-based codes and regional plans.
Rain, Rain, Go Away...Naturally
"Low-impact" technologies and natural drainage systems are the latest trend in New Urbanism.
A Profile Of Americans, According To The Census
An 'eclectic' portrait of the American people is drawn from over 1,400 tables in the newly-released Census Bureau's 2007 Statistical Abstract of the United States.
Using The Internet To Find A Parking Space
A new Internet start-up hopes to become the eBay for parking spaces by allowing people to find and trade parking online.
More Cities Taking Local Action On Climate Change
In spite -- or because -- of federal inaction on climate change, dozens of cities and states are taking their own actions on reducing greenhouse gases.
Designing The City For The 22nd Century
A design competition asks planners and architects in New York, Los Angeles and Chicago to reimagine their cities for the future.
Boutique Cities Aren't The Problem
Responding to Joel Kotkin's critique of cities who woo "creative class" over the middle class, Jerold Kayden, director of urban planning at Harvard Graduate School of Design, argues that revitalizing cities isn't as simple as copying sunbelt cities.
Sprawl Doesn't Decrease Social Interaction
Critics of sprawl argue that sprawling, low-density development weakens social capital and the level of social interaction. A new working paper finds that these criticisms are unfounded, and in fact, the reverse is true.
A&P, Wal-Mart, And The American Consumer Identity
Sixty years ago, chains like A&P and Woolworth transformed American citizens into consumers. Shedding this consumer identity is key to turning back the big-box tide, says Stacy Mitchell, the author of a recent book on mega-retailers.
Rental Housing Costs Increased 28% Since 2000
A person must earn at least $28,475 a year to afford the fair market rent on a one-bedroom apartment in the U.S. in 2006.
Do You Need A Parking Space With That?
While most cities are extremely reluctant to permit housing without parking, a few are taking steps to reduce or eliminate the typical requirements and allow developers to provide less parking and unbundle spaces from units.
Best Ideas Of 2006 Features Innovations In Planning
Urban design, housing for homeless people, and planning for decreased population are highlighted in the New York Times Magazine's annual survey of innovative ideas.
Does Sprawl Cause Obesity? Maybe Not
A new study released by a University of Toronto researcher suggests that sprawl is not necessarily the cause of the obesity widely reported to exist in sprawling areas, but rather obese people may simply be attracted to sprawl.
Cohousing Projects Increasing Nationwide
Land has been purchased for what will be Oakland's fourth cohousing project, a collection of about 33 housing units with an underlying purpose of cooperation and community. Similar community housing projects are cropping up across the country.
Katrina Cottages Not Heading For Katrina Victims
Buyers from other parts of the country are threatening to snap up the supply of homes before they can get to storm victims.
It's Not Just About the Bubble
The "housing bubble" isn't the only threat facing the U.S. economy: the problem is compounded by the securitization of risky mortgages on international money markets -- which are going to be in trouble as defaults increase.
The New Urbanism, Minus The Urban?
A growing number of exclusive gated communities in remote areas, dubbed "The New Ruralism", is raising eyebrows among planners, environmentalists, and local residents.
Promoting Brownfield Development
While the redevelopment of contaminated sites has come a long way, challenges remain for cities and developers working on brownfields.
National Drought Policy Bill Heads To Bush For Approval
The U.S. Senate recently approved legislation seeking to create a national drought policy to improve drought preparedness, mitigation and response efforts. It is estimated that drought conditions have a $6 billion economic impact annually.
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
