Contemporary zoning envisions cities in a finished state—we need codes that constantly adapt to the changing urban landscape, which is the idea behind “metrocoalescence.”
Groveland, Florida, has adopted a Dark Sky Lighting ordinance that preserves views of the Milky Way, saves energy, and enhances streetscapes.
The Lone Star State is at a unique historical point where rapidly increasing population may lead it down the same path as California. We have an opportunity to shape that growth.
Norman, Oklahoma, has devised one of the most efficient ways to reduce parking requirements and stimulate incremental development.
Reports from Legacy Projects highlight the potential of Norwood, Xenia, Amelia, and Camp Washington, Ohio.
Stoops, dooryards, and porches make more engaging street frontages for apartments than the typical common lawn.
Features
Streets Five scenarios that make street transformation possible
Why street design has not kept pace with automotive safety improvements, and what you can do about it.
Transit, TOD Ten steps toward autonomous urbanism
Here's a playbook for municipal leaders and citizens on the road to smart city technology.
Better Cities & Towns Archive
At the beginning of March, CNU’s new
At the beginning of March, CNU’s new executive committee took office. Until 2005, the organization is led by Chair John Norquist, Vice-Chair Hank...
Rollins College to teach walkable urbanism
Rollins College in Winter Park, Florida, is joining the small number of academic institutions that teach urban planning and design with an emphasis...
Board sets strategic agenda for CNU
To date, CNU primarily has focused on creating and building an organization.
Great Ideas
Suburbia was a housing program
We used to understand that housing construction was in the public interest
ADDISON DEL MASTRO OCT. 12, 2022
