Housing
Shake, Rattle, and Stay
The development of a new high-rise structural system may revolutionize how building is done in earthquake-prone areas.
Ballpark Project Faces Lawsuit
With San Diego ballpark project opponents threatening a lawsuit, the San Diego City Council today will consider spending $3.8 million to keep the downtown project on track.
Where is California's Housing Money?
Critics say that little is being done to ensure that California's housing money is beingspent wisely.
Citywide Rezoning for Stanton
Stanton, CA., plans to rezone the entire city into a redevelopment zone.
Urban Sprawl and Metropolitics
Minnesota Representative Myron Orfield, who also serves onsprawl-related committees of American Planning Association,talks about urban sprawl and what he calls "metropolitics."
El Segundo Plans Downtown Revitalization
Revitalization plan seeks to attract pedestrians and retailbusinesses.
Sacramento's Galt - Doubling in Size?
Nine-year effort by Pacific Gas and Electric would double the size of Sacramento commuter town by opening up farmland east of the city limits.
Redland's 'Donut Hole' Legislation
League of California Cities Urges Governor's Veto On Revived "Donut Hole" Bill in City of Redlands
No Reclamation Permit, No Problem
SacBee Columnist Dan Walters criticizes the politicized development process for a luxury hotel along the Sacramento River.
Planning a New UC Campus in Merced
How do planners balance smart growth concepts with the University of California's campus development formula?
Taking the Pall off the Strip Mall
Urban Land Institute provides "Ten Commandments" to aid in the revitalization and restructuring of suburban commercial strips.
Building Bans Win More Fans
The federal government's power to enact temporary building bans is upheld after being challenged by Lake Tahoe landowners.
Use Budget Surplus to Develop Housing
Housing professionals present a strong economic argument for a reliable and affordable housing stock for all residents.
Not a drop to drink?
Which Way, LA? Moderator Warren Olney hosts debate about the impact of recent water ruling on Newhall Ranch Development.
Playa Vista In Arbitration
Rising interest rates threaten viability of project; arbitration could decide controlling interest.
Growing Criticism For Queensway Bay
A proposed $100 million shopping center in Long Beach is facing growing criticism from residents.
San Bernardino's Development 'Donut Hole'
AB 1544 would require City of Redlands city to provide services in unincorporated San Bernardino, but receive no development fees.
If You Build It, They Will Stay
Op-Ed by Newhall CEO Thomas Lee calls for changes in LA's development process and changing perceptions of high density.
Affordable Housing Battle Brewing in Sacramento
Attempt to bring Sacramento Affordable Housing Requirment in compliance with State mandates likely to be a controversial issue.
Disney's California Misadventure
An ambitious new Disney theme park in Anaheim, California, draws criticism from residents.
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.
EMC Planning Group, Inc.
Planetizen
Planetizen
Mpact (formerly Rail~Volution)
Great Falls Development Authority, Inc.
HUDs Office of Policy Development and Research
NYU Wagner Graduate School of Public Service
