United States
Planning Is A Tool, Not A Goal
The thrust of contemporary urban planning might make sense if we were bees or ants. But we aren't, writes Wendell Cox.
How Older Americans Will Get Around
A recent study shows that a majority of the population of Americans over age 65, will live in suburban settings and be increasingly dependent on cars to get around.
Real-Time Bus Arrival Information Systems
A new TRP report on the state of the practice, capabilities, agencyexperience, cost, and bus rider reactions to real-time bus arrivalinformation systems.
Kansans Outraged At Pancake Study
Kansans are outraged at a research study that scientifically concludes that the state of Kansas is flatter than a pancake.
Venice Is Sinking And Flooding
With the imminent threat of increased flooding and erosion, some are wondering if Venice, Italy will be able to sustain itself as a habitable place.
Restoring Wetlands In Iraq
Despite the continuing violence in southern Iraq, international efforts are being made to restore what were once the largest wetlands in the 'Middle East.'
The U.S. Housing Market: Two Worlds In One Country
The nation's housing market has created two very different economies in one country.
What Is Causing The Current Housing Crisis?
Is there really a housing crisis? If so, what can we do about it?
A New Growth Strategy: 'Restorative Development'
What is restorative development? A way of thinking about growth that combines eight component industries that are fundamental to planning. Is this the next Big Thing?
The 'House Rich' And The 'Break-Evens'
Rapid housing appreciation on the coasts has helped buoy the economy, but in many parts of the country, housing appreciation barely keeps up with inflation.
Government-Sponsored Urban Sprawl In Japan
In an effort to reduce costs, Japan introduces an odd set of incentives to reduce the number of the nation's 3,200 municipalities to 1,000.
Ten Principles For Successful Development Around Transit
ULI offers 10 principles that can serve as a checklist for the development of pedestrian-scale communities that will be suitable for public transportation.
Talk Of The Nation: Can You Define A Suburb?
What is the defining characteristic of today's suburbs? A look at how the nation's suburbs have changed.
Please Fence Me In
Urban planners and academics are raising questions about the long-term social impact of gated neighborhoods.
The Ultimate Home Amenity
No, it's not golf courses and tennis courts.
Informal Adaptive Reuse
The Roofless Movement in Sao Paolo, Brazil gains momentum as the needs for affordable housing are continuously not met.
Conservation And Co-existence
Should wildlife resources be separated and protected from humans? Conservationist David Western believes he has the answer.
Pataki Seeks Speedier E-ZPass
The 10-year old E-ZPass system which uses electronic devices to read windshield tags and automatically bill drivers' accounts is a success.
Demographic Dangers For 'Old Europe'
An aging population and low birth rates could have a devastating impact on Europe.
Case Studies In Bus Rapid Transit
The Transportation Research Board publishes a report featuring 26 BRT case studies, and provides planning and implementation guidelines for BRT.
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.
City of Rosemead
Rutgers University, Edward J. Bloustein School of Planning and Public Policy
One Hundred Miles
University of Michigan School for Environment and Sustainability (SEAS)
Hunter College, City University of New York (CUNY)
The Architects Foundation
City of Cambridge
Montrose County
The Pocatello Development Authority
