District of Columbia
University Appeals Off-campus Housing Limits
George Washington University contests DC Board of Zoning Appeals decision in District Court of Appeals.
Images Of Finalists For Pentagon Memorial
Six finalists have been selected in the competition for a memorial to the 184 victims of the September 11, 2001 terrorist attack on the Pentagon.
New Urbanism Transforming Suburbs
Suburban neighborhoods are turning into entertainment destinations.
Rail Recommended Over Buses
After an environmental study and public input, a team of Virginia and Metro officials recommended the extension of rail to the Dulles corridor over buses.
Geographic Profiling Aids Search For Washington Sniper
Computer geographic profiling aids detectives searching for the Washington-area sniper.
The Lost Art Of Urban Planning
Where are the urban planners with vision when you need them?
Students Compete In 'Solar Decathlon'
Students compete in a contest run by the Dept. of Energy to design homes that do not use any electricty.
My Commuting Secret
On her commute to work, Caroline Wellbery never sits in traffic, always finds a parking spot, and saves $400 a year on gas.
Major Expansion Plan For D.C. Metro Rail
A 10-year, $12 billion plan announced yesterday for the D.C. Metro rail will include trolleys, light rail, and rapid bus lines.
A City 'Under Siege'
Washington's public spaces, monuments, and institutions are being damaged by security emplacements.
City And Business Leaders Favor Dedicated Transit Lanes
Washington DC leaders are considering changing K Street, a major east-west arterial, to provide bus or light rail lanes in the center median.
Streetcars: Urban Transportation Of The Future
Report by the Free Congress Research and Education Foundationcalls for a return of streetcar systems in America's urban areas.
Acela Train Breaking Down
The Acela, a high speed premium train for the Northeast, is breaking down with great regularity.
Buyers Attracted To Downtown D.C. Offices
Even office buildings of average quality are hot in D.C.'s commercial real estate market.
D.C's Largest Building A 'Wonder Of Architecture'
The new Washington Convention Center, ten years in the making, will be completed in March 2003.
Downtown Washington Is Changing Fast
Benjamin Forgey reviews the changes in downtown Washington D.C.
Kid Chauffeurs-- Another Cost Of Suburban Sprawl
Car-dependent families have started hiring chauffeurs to get the kids to camp and other activities.
Dealing With Traffic Congestion
Jay Ambrose searches for an answer to traffic congestion.
Security Measures Don't Have To Be Ugly
National Capital Planning Commission task force has proposed a $800 million plan to provide better-looking security for monuments in the nation's capital.
Free Parking Still Common In Washington DC
Washington DC employers including the federal government still offer a powerful incentive to drive by offering free parking.
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.
Caltrans
Smith Gee Studio
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
