United States
Implications Of The Supreme Court 'Takings' Decision
Stuart Mack, senior research fellow with the American Planning Association, comments on the implications of the recent Supreme Court ruling in the Tahoe-Sierra Preservation Council Inc. vs. Tahoe Regional Planning Agency (TRPA) case.
Racial Disparities Persist In Mortgage Costs
A new study finds that AfricanAmericans and Hispanics are disproportionately represented in the subprime home refinance mortgage market.
Urban Sprawl And Green Belts
Is it time for to relax controls over Britain's green belts?
The Future Of The Skyscraper
Despite 9/11 the race to build the world's tallest buildings continues. A look at the new ultra-tall skyscrapers from around the world.
Safer Buildings: 'Green' Minimizes Disasters
Environmentally sensitive building principles also embody structural and occupant safety.
Renzo Piano's World-class Cultural Destination
Architect Renzo Piano designed the extension to Atlanta's Woodruff Arts Center.
Hooked On Junk Real Estate
Despite the economic downtown, retailers are unwilling to surrender underperforming assets. They're hooked on junk real estate.
The Case For Toll Roads
High-occupancy toll lanes work best on high-traffic roads. Without congestion, drivers have little incentive to pay the toll.
Alternatives To Buying A House In Toronto
Brad Mackay offer alternatives to buying a home as Toronto's housing market skyrockets.
A 'Smart' Solution For Urban Sprawl
MIT conference evaluates impact of smart growth movement on states and local governments.
Documenting The Forgotten Malls Of Yesteryear
A New York duo spends its weekends tracking down dead and dying commercial centers.
The New Megacities
How do the world's new "megacities" cope with rapid urbanization?
Can We Tame Sprawl?
Advocates of "smart growth" may be fighting a losing battle against sprawl.
New Tools For Reclaiming Brownfields
Internet-based geographic information systems (GIS) are proving to be a useful tool for reclaiming brownfield sites.
Do Skyscrapers Have A Future?
A FEMA report concludes that the Twin Towers were remarkably well-built, raising the question: How tall is safe?
Dr. Gridlock: Blinding SUV Lights
Readers comments about blinding lights on SUVs, yield signs, bumper stickers, and other commuting experiences.
Should 'Tall Targets' Require Stricter Standards?
Should very tall buildings require separate design standards as a result of their terrorism "target" potential?
Managing Big Cities In The New Economy
Being a big city Mayor may be the toughest job in America. Smart City talks with the mayors of Austin, Texas and Louisville, Kentucky.
Stretching Construction Budgets For Schools
Schools and developers are looking at innovative ways to save money on school construction projects.
What Weak Stock Markets Mean To Real Estate
We may be seeing a new -- and counter cyclical -- relationship between equity and real estate markets.
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
