Sam is a Minneapolis-based urbanist and founder of Joe Urban, Inc., where he combines writing, real estate consulting, development, and lecturing around the United States and the world. His clients include development and planning organizations, affordable housing developers, cities, and non-profits, and his work has appeared in several real estate development and planning publications.
Milwaukee Lot to be Developed Despite Apprehension
A mixed-use infill project on a tiny lot in Milwaukee is causing a proportionate share of anxiety
Making the Leap From Smart Projects to Smart Cities
Most "smart city" projects to-date are somewhat isolated and are not part of a more comprehensive network.
Vancouver Gets 'Granny Flats' Right
Not forcing "style-matching" are among the recommendations for a good accessory dwelling unit (ADU) policy
Bus Stop Rebalancing Improves Transit Performance
Rebalancing bus stop in New York City and elsewhere improve speed and service for all riders.
Walking in the Margins with Streetsblog
Streetsblog USA wants you to use #walkinginthemargins to expose hostile pedestrian environments.