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'Free' Parks Plan Could Affect Downtown's Future
A private foundation is buying up prime downtown real estate Portland, OR, and will donate it to the city for use as parks. But preservationists worry the gift will destroy historic buildings.
Valuing America's First Suburbs
This report finds that most policies overlook the needs of first suburbs and calls for reforms to help strengthen their health before they become the next ring of decline.
Fastest Growing County In U.S.
Maricopa County, Arizona gained more residents in the last 15 months than any other county in the U.S.
Community Character Act: A Smart Growth Conspiracy?
WSJ columnist Thomas Bray questions whether federal standards on local zoning boards is such a good idea.
Revival Of The Courtyard Complex
New urbanist-looking courtyard apartment complexes are being revived in Southern California.
A Council District For Community Activists?
A community in Buffalo, NY proposes a council district for artists, intellectuals and activists.
More Babies Than Immigrants Fuel County's Growth
According to the Census Bureau, San Diego County's population growth was fueled largely by new babies. Census figures suggest that number of people moving out is higher than the number of people moving in but some experts are skeptical.
'Real Renewal' Depends On Transportation
Addressing transportation issues is key to rebuilding Lower Manhattan.
An Urban Wal-Mart?
Wal-Mart, the world's largest retailer, will create the first of its new generation of "urban" stores in Dallas.
Greenfields Vs. Infill Development
Development Magazine compares two similar projects -- one in the suburbs, the other cose to the CBD. Which has more risk?
Rebuilding Los Angeles
Ten years after the Los Angeles riots, the city has made "remarkable gains" in rebuilding itself.
Reform Fannie And Freddie
The Christian Science monitor editorializes that government lending agencies Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac must be reformed.
Record Houses 2002
The Architectural Record publishes its annual tour of unique new homes around the world.
Suburbs Look For Identity
As the Metroplex sprawls outward, many suburban communities are realizing that it is important to either revitalize their existing Main Streets or create exciting centers of activity for their residents.
First U.S. 'Gold Standard' Green Building
The Department of Environmental Protection's Cambria, PA building is the first to meet the U.S. Green Building Council's "gold" standard.
L.A.'s Three Newest Open-Air, Pedestrian Malls
Do open-air "pedestrian-shopping experiences" work? An L.A. Times columnist examines the city's three newest open air shopping centers.
Big Changes In Green Markets
Green development is easier than it ever has been, and there are a variety of new incentives.
The Real Cost Of Cars
The cost of gasoline is not the culprit behind the nation's skyrocketing transportation.
L.A.'s Demise Greatly Exaggerated
Joel Kotkin examines Los Angeles in the decade following the 1992 riots. L.A. is still not a paradise, but it's better.
Denver Redevelops Defunct Airport To Showcase New Urbanism
Can the Stapelton project in Denver, CO. -- the largest urban development in the country -- be a "poster child for smart growth?"
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