California
LA Downtown Redevelopment Criticized As 'Tax-Grab'
USC Law Professor and former chair of the city and county planning commissions, George Lefcoe, argues against the use of tax-increment financing for LA's Staples Center development.
Air Rule Would Alter Development
California is considering dramatic new rules that would require developers to address air pollution impacts.
Housing In L.A.'s Commercial Corridors
A Los Angeles planner assesses a newly-passed ordinance promoting new housing in L.A.'s commercial corridors.
More Public Participation Needed For LAX Redevelopment
Los Angeles City Councilmember Cindy Miscikowski discusses the steps necessary to properly plan for the redevelopment of LAX.
E-Government And Planning Profiles
From time to time, a new technology emerges that truly empowers citizens. In the case of urban planning, it is a new tool called Neighborhood Knowledge California (NKCA).
What Makes People Care About The Environment?
Why do some people care about environment? NPR host Tavis Smiley talks to John Quigley, the activist who tried to save an ancient oak, and actress Rene Russo about the environment.
The Nation's Largest Growth Visioning Effort
Southern California kicks-off an innovative two year effort in growth visioning -- the nation's largest effort to date.
The Future Of California's Coastal Commission
A Constitutional defect raises other questions about California's Coastal Commission.
Property Rights Politics In Nevada County, CA
Pretty Place, ugly politics: Nevada County is home to some of the ugliest political discourse imaginable, pitting Smart Growth proponents against a well-funded growth lobby.
Bidding War Over Former Marine Base Will Fund A Park
The City of Irvine, CA plans to auction the 4,700 acre former El Toro Marine Corps Air Station to developers, generating funds and land for a park.
Salvaging The Colorado/Imperial Water Deal
Former Calfiornia Assembly Speaker Robert Hertzberg discusses next steps for saving the Imperial water deal.
The Architect Who Brought 'Rapid Bus' To L.A.
The Los Angeles Times profiles Martha Welborne, an architect and champion of L.A.'s highly-successful Rapid Bus.
Leaving L.A.'s Redevelopment Agency
Jerry Scharlin, the outgoing administrator of Los Angeles' redevelopment agency, reflects on the agency and problems with redevelopment.
Building A Lake In Downtown Los Angeles
A proposal to use giant rubber dams in L.A.'s river would create a new artificial lake in Downtown Los Angeles.
If Coastal Commission Survives, It Will Be Stronger
California's Coastal Commission -- which has survived 30 years of wrath from land developers -- faces an uncertain future.
Mass Transit And Property Values?
If property values increase for land adjacent to mass transit, is this a compelling argument for residents to support transit?
Hard Times For Orange County Planning Department
The Orange County, CA Planning Department will lay off 39 employees this month because financial troubles have swamped the agency.
San Francisco Outlaws Segways
San Francisco is the first city to ban the Segway Human Transporter on its sidewalks.
Too Many Tourists
Maya Riviera's ecology has been 'concessionized'. Now, new development at a popular Mexican destination threatens ecological disaster.
California's Smart Growth Law
A new California law prioritizes smart growth principles a priority as the state distributes billions in infrastructure spending.
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
