California
Gated Communities are Breaking the Mold
Study finds that gated communities are not the exclusive enclaves that they're often made out to be.
An Ordinance To Restrict Chain Stores
A San Francisco ordinance would restrict 'formula retail stores' from entering the Hayes Valley community.
Wal-Mart Store Rejected By Voters In Inglewood
An effort by Wal-Mart to bypass planning and environmental reviews is rejected by voters.
When Mixed-use Includes A Library
Glen Park Marketplace in San Francisco may soon include transit-adjacent mixed-use grocery store, housing and library branch.
Voters Reject Wal-Mart
Wal-Mart's attempt to bypass unsympathetic elected officials and directly go to the community with plans for a "supercenter" was defeated by Inglewood voters.
Should Cultural Values Outweigh Commercial Interests?
L.A. Times' architecture critic charges that Los Angeles' plan to revitalize downtown's cultural core is driven more by the bottom line rather than good planning.
Wal-Mart's Corporate Takeover Of Inglewood
Wal-Mart is preparing for a 'corporate takeover' of a Southern California city, writes columnist Steve Lopez.
Hollywood's Surprising Retail Failure
What should have been a hugely successful retail development in Hollywood is instead a huge flop.
What Do South Central Los Angeles & A Tropical Island Have In Common?
Answer: In both places you can't get to a medical specialist when you need one.
Planners Win: No Monster Homes In Tahoe
A scenic ordinance system that rewards natural-looking designs is upheld by the court.
Speed Humps Save Lives
New research on speed humps shows that the devices significantly reduce the rate of child injuries and deaths.
Finally, A Ballpark As Successful Urban Redevelopment Catalyst?
A new San Diego baseball stadium appears to live up to its economic development promises.
Behind the local Indian buffet lies a whole community
In Emeryville, California, a burgeoning community of Indian immigrants is revitalizing everything from schools to love.
A New Stadium Spurs A Building Boom In San Diego
A new stadium in downtown San Diego has spurred a massive building boom.
Open Space Master Planning Needed
Landscape architects Mia Lehrer and Esther Margulies discuss the undervalued role of open space design in community building.
Florida's New Trend: The Young
Formerly primarily a retirement community, Naples now attracts young professionals who find the strong economy and sunshine a powerful draw.
So Much For Trying To Ban Big Box Retailers
Alameda County, California, might have spoken too soon in passing a big box ban.
Writing A New Ending To The Gentrfication Story
By banning chain stores in a four block area, planners may attempt to keep gentrification in check around popular and super-hip Hayes Valley.
Planning a Gay Enclave
The City of Oakland, CA seeks to promote economic development through establishment of gay and lesbian district.
The Benefits Of A Community Garden
A healthy diet and lifestyle is more within reach, thanks to a Los Angeles community garden.
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
