Community / Economic Development
Developers Respond to the Changing Needs of Residents
Lifecycle planning is being used in the development of large master-planned communities as developers incorporate a variety of housing types and lot sizes.
A Restaurant Entrepreneur's Heaven
With its warm weather, low costs, and varied demographics, Tampa is a great place to start a restaurant.
The Unprecedented Expansion Of Eminent Domain
In a small coastal community, the boundaries of eminent domain are being tested.
Voters Reject Wal-Mart
Wal-Mart's attempt to bypass unsympathetic elected officials and directly go to the community with plans for a "supercenter" was defeated by Inglewood voters.
Investing in a Neighborhood
Residents hope that the construction of a new credit union headquarters will boost a sagging neighborhood
Mallology
The Denver Post follows mall consultant Beth Jenkins as she diagnoses a dying mall in Aurora, Colorado.
Why Smart Growth Needs New Urbanism And Vice-Versa
Though smart growth and new urbanism have different origins, constituencies, and tactics, the leaders of these movements must identify how they complement one another.
What Do South Central Los Angeles & A Tropical Island Have In Common?
Answer: In both places you can't get to a medical specialist when you need one.
Finally, A Ballpark As Successful Urban Redevelopment Catalyst?
A new San Diego baseball stadium appears to live up to its economic development promises.
Wal-Mart Abandons Mega-store Format
Wal-Mart abandons mega-stores in favor of locally-owned, downtown shops and embraces sustainable development.
A New Stadium Spurs A Building Boom In San Diego
A new stadium in downtown San Diego has spurred a massive building boom.
Case Study Of A Successful Revitalization Effort
The Haddonfield business district is an example of how aggressive downtown revitalization efforts can pay off.
Florida's New Trend: The Young
Formerly primarily a retirement community, Naples now attracts young professionals who find the strong economy and sunshine a powerful draw.
So Much For Trying To Ban Big Box Retailers
Alameda County, California, might have spoken too soon in passing a big box ban.
Writing A New Ending To The Gentrfication Story
By banning chain stores in a four block area, planners may attempt to keep gentrification in check around popular and super-hip Hayes Valley.
The Impact Of Outsourcing On Rural Communities
What happens to a rural town when the largest employer outsources all the jobs overseas?
Planning a Gay Enclave
The City of Oakland, CA seeks to promote economic development through establishment of gay and lesbian district.
NPR Profiles Major Latin American Cities
National Public Radio profiles six major cities in Latin America.
Portland: An International Model For Urban Planning
Portland's international reputation for its urban planning is drawing experts from around the world.
How Taxes And Services Affect Economic Development
According to a new publication, state and local tax cuts are not the best use of public revenues, even to encourage job growth.
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.
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
