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Urban Planning
 Websites presented in alphabetical order American Public Works Association 
 Website for this "international educational and professional association of public agencies, private sector companies, and individuals dedicated to providing high quality public works goods and services." Of interest to the general public are the group's policy briefings and news about topics such as the identification of "shovel-ready" infrastructure projects, the collapse of the I-35W bridge (in Minneapolis, Minnesota), and drinking water quality. Includes job listings, event announcements, and other resources for public works professionals. http://www.apwa.net/ Topics: Social Science Last updated Dec 15, 2008 Aquae Urbis Romae: The Waters of the City of Rome
This is "an interactive cartographic history of the relationships between hydrological and hydraulic systems and their impact on the urban development of Rome, Italy." It examines the intersections between natural elements (such as the Tiber River) and constructed elements (such as aqueducts). Features a timeline, a build-your-own-map feature, 3-D models for viewing the topography of Rome, and primary texts and other documents. From the Institute for Advanced Technology in the Humanities, University of Virginia. http://www.iath.virginia.edu/rome/ Topics: History By Place, Social Science Last updated Apr 18, 2007 carfree.com
The author of Carfree Cities "proposes a delightful solution to the vexing problem of urban automobiles." He presents designs, details on existing carfree areas, methods of moving people and freight, objections to the concept, recommended reading and Web sites, and the Carfree Times newsletter. Searchable. http://www.carfree.com/ Topics: Government, Government, Social Science Last updated Jul 17, 2002 The City Beautiful Movement
Overview of the problems that cities faced at the end of the 19th century and the rise of the "City Beautiful" movement. "The first organized expression of the City Beautiful movement as a means of beautification and social control" was the 1901 plan for Washington, D.C., designed by Daniel Burnham. Includes an analysis of the successes and failures of both the plan and the movement, as well as a bibliography. http://xroads.virginia.edu/~CAP/CITYBEAUTIFUL/city.html Topics: Architecture by Place, Social Science Last updated Jun 23, 2009 City Journal
This national magazine has articles and opinion on such urban topics as crime, education, city planning, immigration, welfare, transportation, and other issues. The magazine is archived; beginning with the Fall 2001 issue, there is considerable coverage of the September 2001 World Trade Center attack, response, and rebuilding. A publication of The Manhattan Institute for Policy Research. http://www.city-journal.org/ Topics: September 11 & Beyond, Social Science Last updated Aug 15, 2005 Cyburbia: The Urban Planning Portal
A main feature of this site is its annotated Planning Resource Directory of "Web sites and mailing lists relevant to planning, urbanism, land use, smart growth, and other topics related to the built environment." The site also has discussion forums, an editorial corner, and links to related news. http://www.cyburbia.org/ Topics: Communities & Groups, Government, Social Science Last updated Nov 28, 2004 Encyclopedia of Cleveland History: Zoning
This essay describes Cleveland's involvement in the development and application of modern zoning laws. "Several significant zoning cases have emerged from the Cleveland area, including the landmark case [Village of Euclid v. Ambler Realty Co., 1926] that established its constitutionality." Also discusses zoning developments after World War II such as zoning laws used to create racial segregation and the use of referendums for zoning issues. The encyclopedia is maintained by Case Western Reserve University. http://ech.case.edu/ech-cgi/article.pl?id=Z Topics: Social Science, U.S. History By Place Last updated Feb 20, 2008 Harvard Design Magazine
Selected articles from the magazine on topics in architecture, landscape architecture, and urban design and planning. Issue themes include sustainable design, design in Eastern Europe, and housing and community. From the Harvard Design School at Harvard University. http://www.gsd.harvard.edu/research/publications/hdm/ Topics: Architecture, Gardening, Government, Magazines, Social Science Last updated Aug 4, 2009 HUD User
This resource for housing and community development researchers and policymakers is the primary source for U.S. Federal Government reports and information on housing policy and programs, building technology, economic development, urban planning, and other housing-related topics. From the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). http://www.huduser.org/ Topics: Housing, Social Science Last updated Aug 30, 2001 Institute of Urban & Regional Development (IURD)
IURD "serves faculty and students of the University of California, Berkeley, conducting research into processes of urban and regional growth and decline, and effects of governing policies on the patterns and processes of development." The site provides information on current research in areas such as sustainable growth, urbanization, transportation alternatives, and disaster preparedness. Also includes annual report, newsletter, publication list, and related links. http://iurd.berkeley.edu/ Topics: Communities & Groups, Government, Government, Home & Housing, Home & Housing, Science, Science, Social Science Last updated Nov 10, 2009 Kansas City: Paris of the Plains: The Jazz Age in Kansas City, 1920-1940
This site presents an online exhibit about the cultural history of Kansas City in the 1920s and 1930s. It features information and images on topics such as city planning and buildings, famous people, music and musicians, politics, and technology. From the Miller Nichols Library of the University of Missouri-Kansas City. http://www.umkc.edu/lib/spec-col/parisoftheplains/webexhibit/ Topics: Social Science, U.S. History By Place Last updated Feb 4, 2004 LMDC: Lower Manhattan Development Corporation
This site includes proposals ("Concept Plans") for rebuilding the World Trade Center area, information about the Residential Grant Program for New York City residents affected by the September 11 terrorist attacks, hearing minutes, and more. "The Lower Manhattan Development Corporation was created in the aftermath of September 11th by Governor Pataki and then-Mayor Giuliani to help plan and coordinate the rebuilding and revitalization of Lower Manhattan." http://www.renewnyc.com/ Topics: Communities & Groups, September 11 & Beyond, Social Science Last updated Aug 12, 2005 New York, New Visions: A Coalition for the Rebuilding of Lower Manhattan
This site presents the recommendations made by "a coalition of 20 architecture, planning, and design organizations that came together immediately following the September 11 terrorist attacks on the World Trade Center." Includes principles to be followed in the rebuilding, responses to proposed plans, family member and resident workshop reports, a statement on the finalists in the memorial design competition, and other documents through December 2003. http://nynv.aiga.org/ Topics: Communities & Groups, September 11 & Beyond, Social Science Last updated Aug 14, 2005 PLANetizen: The Planning and Development Network
This "public-interest information exchange for the urban planning and development community" includes daily news, job listings, commentary, and an events calendar. Searchable. http://www.planetizen.com/ Topics: Communities & Groups, Government, Social Science Last updated May 22, 2002 PlannersWeb
"Designed for citizen planners, including (but certainly not limited to) members of local planning commissions and zoning boards." Covers "topics such as: how to deal with the media; the basics of putting together a comprehensive plan; conflicts of interest & ex-parte communications; running an effective meeting; developing good staff-commissioner relations -- and many, many more." From the Planning Commissioners Journal. http://pcj.typepad.com/ Topics: Government, Government, Social Science Last updated Dec 5, 2008 Rebuilding New York--Post 9/11
A collection of links to articles on "issues related to Rebuilding NY and the War on Terrorism." by scholars of The Manhattan Institute for Policy Review. The articles are in such publications as the institute's City Journal , several New York newspapers, The National Review , The Wall Street Journal , and others. http://www.manhattan-institute.org/html/rebuilding_new_york.htm Topics: Government, Government, Social Science, Terrorism Last updated Jan 31, 2003 Sanborn Fire Insurance Maps at the University of Virginia Library
"Sanborn Fire Insurance Maps are highly detailed city plans providing researchers with a wealth of information about urban change in American cities during the first half of the twentieth century. ... The highly detailed plans ... record detailed information about streets, businesses, residences building materials, [and] utilities." This site provides examples of two Sanborn maps for Charlottesville, Virginia, a history of the maps, and a guide to reading the maps. From the University of Virginia. http://fisher.lib.virginia.edu/collections/maps/sanborn/ Topics: Consumer Research & Advocacy, Finance, Maps, Social Science, U.S. Maps Last updated Mar 2, 2005 Smart Growth America
This group "is a coalition of nearly 100 advocacy organizations that have a stake in how metropolitan expansion affects our environment, quality of life and economic sustainability." The site features an image library, data bank, reports, and excerpts and links to articles on housing, the economy, the environment, historic preservation, social equity, transportation, land conservation, health, and more. http://www.smartgrowthamerica.org/ Topics: Environment, Government, Government, Social Science, Technology Last updated Oct 6, 2003 Sprawl City
"A website about consumption growth and population growth and their roles in the urban sprawl that destroys natural habitat and farmland around U.S. cities." Using data from the U.S. Bureau of Census and the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), and based on the work of environmentalists Leon Kolankiewicz and Roy Beck, this site presents studies of selected areas as well as charts, graphs, and definitions. http://www.sprawlcity.org/ Topics: Agriculture, Environment, Social Science Last updated Jan 24, 2006 Turning Around Downtown: Twelve Steps to Revitalization
"The appeal of traditional downtowns — and the defining characteristic that sets those that are successful apart from their suburban competitors — is largely based on what can be summarized as walkable urbanity." This March 2005 report provides step-by-step instructions for creating this sort of downtown, with suggestions for creating public-private partnerships, urban entertainment districts, rental housing markets, and related strategies. Includes related resources. From the Brookings Institution. http://www.brookings.edu/reports/2005/03downtownredevelopment_leinberger.aspx Topics: Government, Government, Social Science Last updated Dec 1, 2007 Urban Institute
The Urban Institute analyzes policies, evaluates programs, and helps community development "to improve social, civic, and economic well-being." The site features reports on topics such as crime, justice, education, housing, welfare, privatization of social services, immigrants, minorities, seniors, and more. The program was begun in the mid-1960s when President Lyndon Johnson "saw the need for independent nonpartisan analysis of the problems facing America's cities and their residents." http://www.urban.org Topics: Communities & Groups, Social Science Last updated Nov 22, 2005 Urban Planning, 1794-1918: An International Anthology of Articles, Conference Papers, and Reports
This site consists of "primary source material for the study of how urban planning developed up to the end of World War I. They include statements about techniques, principles, theories, and practice by those who helped to create a new professional specialization." Searchable and browsable. From Cornell University. http://www.library.cornell.edu/Reps/DOCS/homepage.htm Topics: Government, Government, Social Science Last updated Jul 7, 2004 Urban Simulation Team
"The Urban Simulation Team at UCLA is a research group exploring applications for real-time visual simulation in design, urban planning, emergency response, and education." The main focus of the team is to "build a real-time virtual reality model of the entire Los Angeles basin." The site features images of virtual models of areas such as Little Tokyo, Hollywood, Westwood, Wilshire Boulevard, Santa Monica, and Pasadena. From the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA). http://www.ust.ucla.edu/ustweb/ Topics: Social Science Last updated May 12, 2007 Vital Communities: Resources for Community Revitalization & Reinvention
This site documents "the work being done in some cities and towns and to provide information that can inspire and assist other communities in reinventing their surroundings." Includes links to Web sites about smart growth, sustainable communities, and the new urbanism. The "Resources" area provides high quality links to government and association sites and community development tools. Browsable and searchable. From the Davenport (Iowa) Public Library. http://www.vitalcommunities.com/ Topics: Communities & Groups, Government, Social Science Last updated Dec 10, 2003 Worldview: Perspectives on Architecture and Urbanism From Around the Globe
Material about architecture and urban development for five cities around the world: Tijuana, Mexico; Beirut, Lebanon; Caracas, Venezuela; Dhaka, Bangladesh; and Oslo, Norway. Includes maps, statistics, timelines, background about architects, and illustrated essays and interviews on topics such as the San Diego/Tijuana border wall, women at work in Dhaka, and population density in Oslo. From the Architectural League of New York. http://www.worldviewcities.org/ Topics: Architecture, Social Science Last updated May 7, 2008 |
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