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.
2006 State of the Nation's Housing Identifies Cities With Highest Home Prices
Affordability problems are escalating even as the housing market cools, according to a new report published by Harvard's Joint Center for Housing Studies. House prices will continue to appreciate in 2006.
The Next Ten U.S. Cities To Become Tech Hubs
With the cost of living so high, Silicon Valley, CA has become a victim of its own success. eWeek weighs in on the debate over which cities have the right ingredients to become the next tech hubs.
Book Review: The Battle Over Sprawl and the Future of America
A new book, "This Land", by former Boston Globe journalist Anthony Flint represents a "A calm voice in the cross fire over sprawl", writes urban affairs columnist John King.
Abolish Outdated Zoning Codes To Save On Fuel
Most municipalities strictly prohibit mixed-use development. Changing these laws to encourage compact development would reduce the nation's dependence on gas, writes Anthony Flint.
A Subway Ride Into America's Melting Pot
New York's No. 7 subway line travels through one of America's most diverse 9.5 miles.