United States
Beijing's Affordable Housing Crisis
Amid the flurry of other construction in the city, affordable housing gets lost in the shuffle.
Supreme Court Rules Against Limits on Eminent Domain
In a narrow decision, the Supreme Court has ruled that cities may seize homes for any development purpose.
New Casino Proposed For Montreal
New casino promises 6,450 new jobs but residents fear social problems.
Empowering Citizens In Community Planning
A new guide, 'Choosing Our Community's Future' offers advice to citizens on how to plan better and 'tame' big box retailers.
British Prisons To Get Design Advice From Prisoners
Rideout, a British rehabilitation coalition, is sponsoring a series of workshops between architects and prisoners to design new prisons.
Living In Wildfire-Prone Areas
The American Planning Association publishes a report that offers advice for developing high-risk areas.
President Bush Cool On Topic of Global Warming
While other countries and private companies are pushing for action, President Bush is advocating more research -- a move some are calling outdated.
Mexico City's Metrobus
This week, 90 low-pollution Metrobuses began rolling down a dedicated lane in the congested capital.
East Coast Rediscovering Urban Waterfronts
From Pittsburgh to New York to Boston, former summer beach retreats are now being redeveloped as year-round living to satisfy the demands of the housing market.
A Response To 2005 Rail Disasters
Todd Litman of VTPI publishes an initial response to the 2005 Rail Disasters report, and finds the rating system flawed.
The Global Housing Boom
Never before have housing prices risen so fast, for so long, in so many countries, according to new research by the Economist.
City Parks: Gone To The Dogs?
There are over 700 dog parks in the nation -- public open spaces where unleashed canines are allowed -- and the trend is growing.
A Turning Point In Bush's Global Warming Strategy
Margaret Carlson argues that President Bush's strategy of "denial" about global warming may have reached a turning point.
Cities Adopting Tougher Stances Against Panhandling
Municipalities are making arrests under 'aggressive panhandling' laws despite freedom of speech concerns.
U.S. Cities Setting their Own Kyoto Strategy
An interview with Seattle mayor Greg Nickels, who is leading a city-based climate change movement.
Housing Outstripping Population Growth, Report Warns
The U.S. economy is being artifically buoyed by the housing market; stalled or slumping housing sales will harm the economy.
Debate On Global Warming Heats Up In Senate
A proposed bill that would limit greenhouse gas emissions is the center of a struggle between the Senate and the President.
Encroaching Desertification
Desertification will be impact hundreds of thousands worldwide.
Turn Your SUV Into A Zero-Emissions Vehicle
Turn your gaz-guzzling car, truck, or SUV into a zero-emissions vehicles with no special equipment.
Progressive Cities Work for 'Growth with Justice'
The election of former union organizer Antonio Villaraigosa as Los Angeles' next Mayor is part of a new progressive political force in America's cities.
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.
Caltrans
City of Fort Worth
Mpact (founded as Rail~Volution)
City of Camden Redevelopment Agency
City of Astoria
City of Portland
City of Laramie
