Community / Economic Development
City: Urbanism and Its End
A Yale professor explores the evolution of New Haven, Connecticut, drawing conclusions about urbanism as a whole in the process.
'The Final Urban Assault' On Your Local Supermarket
Wal-Mart is on the offensive in L.A., using all kinds of tactics – including a ballot referendum – to ensure its longevity in southern California.
Miami: Gateway To Latin America?
Miami's reputation as the gateway to Latin America rests on its ability to attract the headquarters for the Free Trade Area of the Americas.
Building A New Downtown Riverdale
Riverdale, once a thriving community, has lost its industrial businesses, leaving unemployment and brownfield sites behind them.
A Civic Gift
Michigan preservationists reclaim history and revive local economies.
Is Your City 'Cool'?
Some cities are hip. Others aren't. But 'unhip' cities are trying to change their image and attract young professionals.
New York: A City Of Stories
A personal history of New York City.
Britain's 50 Worst Towns
A tour guide publisher releases a 'crap map' of Britain's 50 worst cities and town.
Founder Of Columbia, Md., May Be Departing
A nationally recognized developer of planned communities failed to renew the lease for its Frank Gehry-designed headquarters.
Immigrants, Domestic Migrants Head For Different Metropolitan Magnets
In this report, author William Frey finds that regions like New York, Los Angeles, and San Francisco gained significant numbers of immigrants between 1995 and 2000, but at the same time lost domestic migrants to faster-growing metropolitan
A Collaborative Approach to Growth
Residents' input comes first in planning for a possible development in Fagan Canyon.
The Link Between Gays And Gentrification
Cities are finding strong links between a gay population and urban revival.
'Camden Hub's' Regional Strategic Revitalization Plan
A summary of Camden County's regional strategic planning efforts for 15 municipalities.
Which States Generate The Most Casino Trips?
Harrah's Casino sponsors an in-depth study profiling who gambles and casino visitation patterns for individual states and many metropolitan areas.
60 Minutes Focuses On Eminent Domain
Mike Wallace reports on abuses of eminent domain across the U.S., including by the New York Times.
Is Wal-Mart Too Powerful?
Wal-Mart's rapid expansion and clout has dramatic impacts on American communities, and the retail giant is now opening urban stores.
Old Elevated Rail Line To Be Converted Into A Park
A proposal sees to spur new commercial and residential developments along Manhattan's West side by turning an old elevated rail line into a park.
What New York Can Learn From Los Angeles And Houston
A report financed by the Rockefeller Foundation recommends that New York City end its preoccupation with huge subsidies for big businesses.
A New International Trend In Redevelopment
Cultural institutions are forming a foundation for successful redevelopment efforts around the globe.
Friday Funny: Wal-Mart's Opinion
An "opinion" piece by Wal-Mart Store #3297.
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
