Surveys
Americans Think Planning Process is Unfair
A new survey found that 64% of Americans think that the relationship between local officials and developers makes the approval process unfair.
Quality of Life Down in Golden State
A new poll of California residents finds that perceived quality of life in the state has dropped.
American Want Transportation Projects, But Not Their Costs
A new survey shows that the majority of Americans place high value on transportation projects, but even more of them say they're not willing to pay any more for it than they already do.
Millenials Lean Away From McMansions
Surveys show that those born between 1980 and the early 2000s want to live in an urban setting -- and not in a humongous house.
Census Participation Holds Steady
Participation rates for the 2010 Census have been released, and the national average of 74% matches that of the previous Census in 2000.
Traffic Survey Paints Picture of New York City Congestion
Through a survey of New York City taxis with GPS tracking devices, the city has created a database of speeds and routes that gives them a clear picture of the state of traffic in the city.
Census Undercount Areas Mapped
Urban Omnibus takes a look at a new website that maps out places in the U.S. with low return rates for Census surveys.
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.
City of Albany
UCLA Lewis Center for Regional Policy Studies
Mpact (formerly Rail~Volution)
Chaddick Institute at DePaul University
City of Piedmont, CA
Great Falls Development Authority, Inc.
HUDs Office of Policy Development and Research
