America is aging. Let's make places worth aging in.
A careful apples-to-apples analysis shows that the classic urban pattern can actually cost less – but it mostly depends on the shape of the lots.
A town extension of seaside resort took a week to design, but it has been 25 years in the making.
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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
Last-ditch effort tries to reshape drastic proposal for hospital project in New Orleans
Louisiana demolition plan contrasts sharply with new urbanist charrettes sponsored by a hospital system in Richmond, Virginia.
The cost of owning a car went up
The cost of owning a car went up to $6,890/year, up from $6,420/year last year, says the American Automobile Association. The rates are calculated...
'Peak vehicle miles' and city planning
A recent blog from Twin Cities Sidewalks highlights growing evidence that vehicle miles may have peaked. If the right policies are put in place,...
California bill to promote mixed-use walkable places
Planners under California Gov. Gray Davis have introduced a bill — SB1521 — designed to promote mixed-use, walkable neighborhoods, infill development...
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