United States
From Jewish Street To Public Square
The evolution of American suburbs into places with a "naked public square" is partly a result of the post-WWII move of Jews from cities to suburbs.
Bush's Controversial Land-use Policies
Controversial moves include a plan to make logging for fire prevention profitable by clearing some big trees.
Sprawl And Drought: A Deadly Combination
Neal Peirce comments on what the water emergencies of 2002 tell us about sprawl and smart growth.
Towns Conserve American Character
Many US towns are now taking steps to restore some of their unique local color.
Environment: The Role Of Politicians And Citizens
The recovery of the Hudson River is an example of politicians and citizens can do to save the environment.
Flood Damages Czech Archives
Prague architecture archive appeals for funds to save water damaged documents.
Architecture On The Solar Frontier
Innovative ideas at architecture contest prove that using alternate energy does not have to mean altering your lifestyle.
Delhi's New Traffic Solution: A Model?
Delhi has one of the worst traffic problems in the world. The new solution: ban begging.
Building Highway Infrastructure
The GAO releases a report on the timely completion of highway constructionprojects -- and details the 200 major steps required.
The Least Mobile Town In America
This town offers stability, sustainability, and Mama's cooking. Will the college educated ever go home again?
Can School Vouchers Improve Neighborhoods?
Perhaps school vouchers don't improve schools. However, they do improve neighborhoods, writes Jonathan Rauch.
Big Cities Aren't Livable Cities
None of the top 10 most populous international cities are also on the top 10 quality of life list.
Three Gripes About Smart Growth
Urban legends, edgeless cities, monster homes and other phenomena complicate the perception, application, and inclusion of Smart Growth.
The Lofty Appeal Of New 'Lofts'
Newly built 'lofts' that were never used for industrial uses are commanding premium prices.
Predicting The City's Future
When does a fad become a trend? And when does a trend turn into the future of a city?
The End Of The Fossil-Fule Age?
Is it the beginning of the end of the fossil-fuel era? Will the European Union lead the way?
Toronto Needs Federal Spending
Federal spending is needed to help cities like Toronto that are experiencing urban problems.
GIS Code Of Ethics
URISA has published the latest (and perhaps final) version of the GIS Code of Ethics.
Does Ottawa's Greenbelt Fuel Sprawl?
Ottawa's Greenbelt may be a "paradise" for its residents but some planner believe that it is a mistake and contributes to sprawl.
Virtual Main Street
CommunityViz helps communities plan for the future.
Pagination
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