David Gest
David Gest is both a master's candidate in City and Regional Planning and a juris doctorate candidate at the University of Pennsylvania.
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David Gest is pursuing a dual degree in Law and City and Regional Planning at the University of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia. Originally from Washington, D.C., he received a bachelor's degree in architecture with a focus in urban studies from Yale University in 2003. After graduation, David moved to Los Angeles and joined the historic preservation consulting firm Chattel Architecture, Planning & Preservation, Inc. In 2006, David worked for Planetizen as Managing Editor after working part-time as Associate Editor for two years. David has volunteered his time for the Planning and Law Division of the American Planning Association, the Los Angeles Section of the APA, and as writer and editor for The Next American City magazine. He enjoys traveling with his fiancée and playing ultimate frisbee.
The U.S.'s Priciest Megamansions
From a private art wing with steel doors that drop from the ceiling to a 70-foot saltwater swimming pool, these homes have it all -- for around $50 million.
New Virginia Governor Tackles Sprawl, Traffic
Timothy M. Kaine will addresses the politically touchy issues, calling for more control of development as a means of reducing congestion.
Condofication Comes to Baltimore
What would you do if your rent went from $595 per month to $200,000 to buy?
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The number of skyscrapers to be built in each city hints at the complexities of different development patterns.
Cars With California Emissions Control Systems Not Needed in Pennsylvania
This op-ed rebuts the calls for Pennsylvania to require that new cars sold across the Commonwealth be equipped with emission controls that comply with California state requirements.