Florida
Call For Slow-growth Referendum In Broward County
Civic groups in Broward County, FL. call for a county-wide growth slowdown.
Orlando To Mandate Reclaimed Water Irrigation
Faced with an ever-growing population and a shrinking water supply, Orlando officials are expected to pass a law that will require developers to hook up to "reclaimed water" lines -- and for homeowners to use the water for their lawns.
Study Says Urban Life Safer Than Rural
Suburban and rural living is not safer than living in urban areas according to a study by a University of Virginia professor.
The Mobile Home Capital Of The World?
With more than 84,000 mobile homes, Polk County, Florida has emerged as a locus for mobile home living.
Twin Towers For Downtown St. Petersburg
One of the biggest condominium projects in the history of St. Petersburg -- $97 million and 200 units in tall twin towers -- could begin construction as early as August.
A 'Power Struggle' Over Placement Of Electric Poles
A power struggle is brewing over the authority to place power poles Boca Raton, Florida.
FL School Board May Be Unable To Build On $1.2 Million Tract
Citrus County School Board members this week are hastily trying to wade through the complexities of Florida's Development of Regional Impact rules to understand what can be done with a $1.2 million plot they've purchased.
Florida's Water Crisis
While officials are deciding how to cope with the impending shortages, rapid population growth continues to strain Florida's once-abundant underground water supply.
Transportation Bill May Lead To Sprawl
Opponents to the new road building measure cite concerns over increased development in rural areas.
Forum Agrees Mass Transit Needed To Fix Road Woes
Transportation experts, elected officials and civic leaders agreed at an April 10 forum that South Florida's clogged roads need a proven, long-term fix, but whether a regional transit authority is the answer is still a question.
South Florida Tri-Rail Could Grow Into Regional System
South Florida Regional Transportation Authority could grow from 3-county commuter rail to a regional mass transit system.
Residents Of Florida County Demand Growth Be Slowed
Angry Hernando County residents told County Commissioners to rethink their priorities about sprawling growth, and want development rules to be tightened.
Commuter Rail Hopes Second Track Increases Ridership
Luring drivers to South Florida's Tri-Rail trains has always been a struggle, but the most ambitious project in the rail agency's 12-year history -- addition of a second track -- could make the system more attractive to drivers now taking
St. Petersburg Discovers New Urbanism
A St. Petersburg community is loosely modeled after Disney's Celebration, and find success in New Urbanism.
Jeb Bush Should Veto Florida Transportation Bill
This editorial opposes HB261 and asks Florida's Governor Jeb Bush to veto the bill.
Saving Florida's Everglades
A brief history of how Florida's Everglades were damaged for decades and a look at the massive government project to save them.
Rural Advocates Winning Sprawl Debate
Recent decisions in Seminole County, FL., favor rural advocates determined to protect rural areas from urban sprawl.
Creating Tampa's First Urban Neighborhood
24-year-old architect Marica McKeel will develop downtown Tampa's first urban neighborhood.
A Million Tons Of Sand
Miami Beach has found a new source of sand to replenish the city's northern shoreline.
An Overview Of Joint Planning Agreements
A joint planning agreement in Daytona Beach could have eased development, saved money, and encouraged smart 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.
Economic & Planning Systems, Inc.
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
