Community / Economic Development
Vancouver To Get New Planning Director
The city, which has gained attention for its downtown development strategies, is getting a new planning boss.
Housing That's Green And Affordable
AIA "Show You're Green" Award Honors Innovators in Affordable Green Housing
Transit Village Approved Despite School Board Opposition
Sheridan Stationside Village, a $500 million, 40-acre project with a train station as a central component, gained preliminary approval in Hollywood, Florida, despite opposition from the County's school board and nearby residents.
San Diego Reaches Compromise On Inclusionary Zoning
The city will amend its three-year-old ordinance to settle a lawsuit brought by the local the Building Industry Association.
Record Stores Becoming A Relic Of The Past
With the arrival of the digital music age, record stores are disappearing at an alarming rate.
Is Duplicating New Orleans' French Quarter A Good Idea?
While some believe imitation to be the ultimate form of flattery, others describe it as a foolish attempt to replicate the past.
New York City's 10 Worst Landlords
NY's Village Voice publishes its non-scientific list of the 10 worst landlords in the city. The worst landlord will surprise you -- HUD. The story also includes "Apartments in Hell" -- photos from the very worst of the apartments.
Tiny Maryland Town Wants Smart Growth
With less than 300 residents, the town of Vienna, Maryland, has been grappling with the idea of growth for years. The town's mayor is now supporting a plan that will let the town grow, but not explode.
Albuquerque's New Approach To The Old Parking Meter
The city will gain new revenue from its attempt to stop employees from parking in front of downtown storefronts.
Memphis: Bringing Buildings To Life, Promoting Healthy Bodies
In this recent edition of Smart City, Memphis serves as a backdrop for creating historically themed entertainment districts and promoting healthy lifestyles through environmental change.
Uses Mix As University Splits
Concordia University, in Austin, Texas, is gearing up to move to a new location. But the 22 acres it's leaving behind won't be empty for long. A large-scale and high-rising pedestrian-friendly development is slated for the site.
A Turnaround For One Infamous L.A. Neighborhood
The revival of the Rampart District, a generation after it became one of the most violent districts in Los Angeles and seven years after its famous police scandal, shows how diverse are the factors that determine urban evolution.
Are Oakland's Schools Prepared For Downtown Housing Boom?
With tens of thousands of housing units springing up downtown and nearby classrooms already at capacity, the local school district is figuring out how to meet the coming demand.
Budgeting for Democracy
How residents of Lawrence, MA, are campaigning for greater resident control of public resources.
How Urban Universities Can Effect Global Change
Universities and colleges have the potential to drive massive urban change but are failing to address global challenges like climate change, according to a new study by researchers at the POLIS Project at the University of Victoria.
Interview With L.A.'s New Planning Chief
Gail Goldberg speaks about the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead as she tackles planning for the nation's second largest city.
Small Town America Movie Tourism
A small town in Idaho is looking to capitalize on the success of a cult film by drawing more visitors.
HomeStretch: Building and Selling, Affordably in Michigan
Innovative group helps working families live closer to town.
Google May Help Reverse Michigan's Brain Drain
State and local officials hope Google's announcement of plans to open new facility in Ann Arbor, MI, will attract more companies to the area.
What Happens When A Company Town Scales Back Public Services?
The quaint lumber company town of Scotia, California, fears a merger with its slightly larger, but economically-depressed neighbor across the river.
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.
Ada County Highway District
Clanton & Associates, Inc.
Jessamine County Fiscal Court
Institute for Housing and Urban Development Studies (IHS)
City of Grandview
Harvard GSD Executive Education
Toledo-Lucas County Plan Commissions
Salt Lake City
NYU Wagner Graduate School of Public Service
