Planning
Planning is an essential function of local and state government agencies, involving the strategic development of policies and initiatives that shape the growth and sustainability of communities. Effective planning covers a wide range of areas, including land use, transportation, and environmental impact, ensuring that development aligns with the region’s long-term goals. This directory offers articles on planning and related topics like Zoning, which explores the regulations that govern land use and development to create orderly and beneficial urban and rural environments.
Cincinnati’s soccer stadium deal includes the city spending $35M on infrastructure while the schools take in the same in payments and a new sports complex.
Mobile County, Alabama, reduced permit lag times by expanding its enterprise information platform to include digital permitting and inspections. Key to the transition was staff trainings.
The National Transport Authority and Dublin City Council published a set of proposals to enhance overall movement in the city
Many communities across the U.S. have embraced an approach that reduces roadway congestion and stretches our transportation dollars: bicycle infrastructure
A new study suggests sprawl peaked in 1994 and has been declining ever since
CIOs can play an important role in integrating processes, tools, and strategies across local government agencies
Legal battles over redistricting in nearly a half-dozen states could leave operatives from both parties scrambling to understand a new political landscape
“How do you create a large scale real estate development yet dodge the master planned community and tract home effect?” Experts weigh in
Now the people who will visit Hagg Lake this summer will find signs and new names and numbers for all of the turnouts, boat ramps and recreation areas
By following these steps, local governments and agencies will create a transparent open bidding process
Demand for device interconnectivity and common standards for data security, spur cutting-edge innovation in IoT for smart buildings, finds Frost & Sullivan
“Are cul-de-sacs considered poor urban planning?” Urban planning experts debate the question
Some California residents worry about the negative impacts of a high-speed rail project
A new report analyzes all the options and makes recommendations for transit agencies looking to survey riders
Census data reveals high population growth in communities combating drought, underscoring the need for sustainable development
Two different opinions on combating urban sprawl defend their arguments
Experts discuss how urban planning will evolve in the future
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