Community / Economic Development
How Gentrification Changed A D.C. Neighborhood - Part 2
Part Two of a series on how gentrification is changing the D.C.'s 14th and T neighborhood.
How Gentrification Changed A D.C. Neighborhood - Part 1
Many people who stuck through the hard times are slowly, but steadily either being pushed or bought out.
Latest TOD In Portland: IKEA With 1,200 Parking Spaces
In Portland, known for transit oriented development, a planned big-box development will have easy access to. light rail.
Top 15 Cities For Creative Workers
Fast Company identifies the fifteen top up-and-coming hubs for creative workers.
We Need More than Disaster Planning -- We Need Communities
Ensuring that America's technologically-reliant but vulnerable cities can survive natural disasters and other disruptions may mean that Americans have to look beyond their traditional value of "self-reliance" -- and possibly redefine what it means to be a
Canada's 'City Of The Future'
Toronto and Montreal have both experienced rebuilding booms -- but Montreal is the city to watch in the future says Christopher Hume.
Is Eminent Domain Being Abused As A Hot Button Political Issue?
Mark Alan Hughes takes on politicians who plan to use legislation limiting the use of eminent domain as a means to mobilize voters. Hughes points out that Kelo didn’t really change anything about the use of eminent domain.
Toledo: From Industrial Heartland To Wireless Mecca
America's fifth most 'unwired' city is an example of emerging technology going mainstream, and its potential economic development impact.
One of the World's Most Livable Cities Focuses on People, Not Cars
Between its excellent public transit, its dignified approach to providing for the poor and its emphasis on planning for people, not cars, Curitiba Brazil is one of the world's most livable cities, writes Bill McKibben.
Atlanta's Green Beltline Gets $2 Billion Boost
The massive redevelopment proposal -- which would create an innovative 22-mile loop from an abandoned railroad into parks and transit that connect historic neighborhoods -- now goes before the Fulton County Board of Commissioners.
The Revolution Will Not Be Grant Funded
Community development corporations have become too reliant on foundation grants and public dollars to provide affordable housing and jobs in our communities. But now that the era of giving is ending, we should consider the market as a way to support ourse
America's Brewing Revolution Against Eminent Domain
Homeowners' attorney Scott Bullock talks about the Supreme Court's Kelo v. New London decision and America's brewing revolution against eminent domain.
The Wal-Mart Conference: Is Wal-Mart Good For America?
A year in the making, an independent academic conference about Wal-Mart provides unprecedented information about the company and offers mixed results.
Denver Community Proves There's Life After A Base Closes
Closed 11 years ago, Lowry Air Force Base holds lessons for the latest communities on the BRAC list.
Is Planning Really Good For Philadelphia?
Do planners really have the best interest of the city in mind? Harris Steinberg refutes an Op-Ed by Michael Sklaroff which congratulates planners on their success in the city.
Modern Day Land Rush in Paradise
As land prices in Colorado mountain resorts spiral ever upward, real estate speculators are discovering old mining claims in nearby national forests are as good as gold.
Economic Development, MTV-Style
Laguna Beach is the venue for a popular new MTV teen reality show. The community has been catapulted into national prominence, but perhaps not with the image it wants.
Four Visions For Reconstructing The Big Easy
A collection of environmental, political, and academic leaders share their unique visions for reconstructing the Big Easy post-Katrina.
Wal-Mart: The High Cost of Low Price
A new documentary, "Wal-Mart: The High Cost of Low Price" examines the effect that governmental subsidies to Wal-Mart have on local communities.
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
