California
Regional Transit Planning Done Right
The Sacramento Council of Governments offers a concept that is truly regional in scope.
L.A.'s Ahmanson Ranch Debate: Now Live
Warren Olney moderates a live debate (now streaming on the Web) about the controversial Ahmanson Ranch development in Los Angeles.
Wireless 'HotZone' In Palo Alto
A new 'HotZone' computer network in downtown Palo Alto, CA provides users with Internet access over a six-block area.
Inside The Big Box
City meets big-box. City loses big-box. City wins big-box over with a big subsidy.
Forcing Below-market Housing Units
A proposed law in San Francisco would make below-market housing units mandatory for all new development.
Sacramento Area Planning For Pedestrians
The Sacramento Area Council of Governments is exploring ways to make walking a viable mode of transportation in its new regional transportation plan.
Kinkade-Inspired Development Is Not New Urbanism
A 1300 acre development of 10 communities is marketed as being "inspired" by the paintings of Thomas Kinkade and promises a return to "simpler times." But it should not be mistaken for New Urbanism.
Developers Required To Fix Civic Problems
If developers receive public funds, many believe that they should be required to do 'extra' for the local communities.
Suburban Economic Integration
John King writes about the unusual San Francisco suburb of Tracey, which is unlike any development since World War II.
Recommendation To Ban Billboards In L.A.
The Planning Commission has recommended to the L.A. City Council that all new billboards be banned.
Los Angeles Renewal Requires Leadership
Pundits and analysts have underestimated the resilience and diversity of the L.A. economy.
Homey Landmark: Upscale Neighbor In LA
The builder says that, "We've married something new and fresh to something old and historic." But will it work?
Bestor: The Vanguard Of Female Architects
She likes to "build out of things that aren't pretending to be something else." She has enthusiasm for experimentation.
High Speed Rail: San Francisco To Los Angeles
A proposed $6 billion bond measurewould help fund the construction of ahigh-speed train between the Bay Area and Los Angeles as early as 2005.
Weinstein's 'City Within A City'
Developer Mark J. Weinstein says his plan to turn an ageing property into modern residential lofts, coffee shops, and a promenade, is exactly what Los Angeles needs to reinvent itself.
Fresno's Downtown Dreams
City leaders in Fresno, CA, have unveiled a $30 million plan to will revitalize the city's downtown. Will it succeed?
Tax-Sharing Bill Forces Regionalism Issue
A California tax-sharing bill forces the regionalism issue, but opposition holds firm.
Commission Tries To Return Initiative Process To The People
David Broder analyses Robert Hertzberg's reform effort
Broken Promises Of Urban Renewal
After the 1992 LA riots, several supermarket chains promised to build in the inner city. It never happened.
California's Most Competitive Cities
A new Reason report ranks California’s 10 largest cities on how well they deliver services.
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
