Chris Stines is Planetizen's former Editor and the founder of Urban Insight, a leading digital agency. Chris has 25 years of experience in technology consulting and urban planning and has served as a consultant to public sector state, county, and local agencies, Fortune 500 private firms, educational institutions, and nonprofit organizations.
Is Kelo Good For Urban Planning?
The recent ruling by the Supreme Court to uphold the use of eminent domain was seen as an endorsement of professional planning. Bit this is not true, writes Sam Staley in this week's Op-Ed.
California's Fastest Growing City
Low-cost housing is fueling an economic boom in this once-sleepy farming town, with an average of 12 new houses per day.
Google Earth
Google releases a free application which combines satellite imagery, maps and Google Search to browse the world.
The Business Case for Green Building
Green building can make for a healthy bottom line.
Cities Ranked By Transportation And Housing Costs
Households in regions that have invested in public transportation reap financial benefits fromhaving affordable transportation options, even as gasoline prices rise.