United States
Fastest Growing And Biggest States In US
Ten states with the most people account for over half of the US population. And the nation grew by 3.4 million people.
EPA: Smart Growth At What Cost?
Under the guidance of Christine Todd Whitman the EPA has found religion in smart growth. The Wall Street Journal questions whether this is good.
Carfree Times
The January, 2002 issue includes a feature article on how the center of Athens in being rebuilt for the 2004 Olympic games.
Rise And Fall Of The American Downtown
A review of the book "Downtown: Its Rise and Fall" by Robert M. Fogelson.
Shades Of Green
Even the most ardent environmentalists have toned down their rhetoric since September 11.
Smart Growth Impacts Housing Affordability
A new RPPI study suggests that statewide planning laws in Florida and Washington State have increased housing prices.
Physical Size Caps On Retail Businesses
Dozens of communities have enacted zoning ordinances that restrict the physical size of new retail stores.
Planning For The Elderly
MIT is taking a forward-thinking approach to planning for the needs of the Baby Boomers and tomorrow's elderly.
The First Bicycle Policy Chief?
Paris, France may be the first city to officially appoint a bicycle policy chief.
Nation's Affordable Housing Gap Worsening
A report from the National Housing Conference, a nonprofit coalition of industry experts, advocates and academics, reveals affordable housing shortage affecting the working poor.
Lessons From Tokyo's Restless Megalopolis
'Bring on Godzilla!' is not the only answer to Tokyo's urban confusion.
Why Amtrak Doesn't Deserve Aid Anymore
Joseph Vranich, a self-confessed champion of passenger trains, is against government funding for Amtrak.
Online Smart Growth Debate Rages
So do smart growth strategies in Oregon and Portland improve performance? The online battle continues to rage.
New Planning Theory Journal
Sage Publications launches a new journal devoted to Planning Theory.
The Interview That Eisenman Refused
Andres Duany interviewed architect and urban designer Peter Eisenman, who later refused to approve the interview.
Architects Design Ground Zero Viewing Structures
Herbert Muschamp reports on the design and construction of viewing platforms at the site of World Trade Center in New York City.
Despite Ridership Increase, Amtrak Crisis Continues
Even as the rail travel ridership increases after the Sept. 11 attacks, Amtrak's troubles continue.
Comparing U.S. And European Architecture
Sarah Williams Goldhagen asks why contemporary architecture in the U.S. is so "boring" and "bad."
Global 'Railroad Rennaissance' Reshapes Cities
A global railroad boom is resulting in faster trains, spectacular architecture, and the reshaping of downtown neighborhoods.
Airboard: Segway's Futuristic Cousin
Unlike the Segway Human Transporter, the Airboard, a "hovering scooter" is not being marketed as a utilitarian transportation device.
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
