Planning December 2016
Planning December 2016
Cities Invest in Urban Planning Improvements
As skateboarding gains popularity, cities are investing in infrastructure. John Carpenter discusses Westminster, Colorado's transformation into a more welcoming urban center. With Hurricane Matthew's approach, numerous counties evacuated, underscoring the importance of meticulous planning. Additionally, zoos in urban parks frequently result in green spaces being replaced by parking lots.
Featured Articles
Putting a 'There' There
Former planning director John Carpenter tells us how Westminster, Colorado, is making itself into a more inviting urban center.
Lions and Tigers and . . . Cars?
When zoos live in urban parks, beloved green places sometimes give way to ugly parking spaces. By Peter Harnik and Alexandra Hiple.
Skate Parks Ramp Up
As skateboarding goes mainstream, cities are investing in infrastructure, reports Lee Chilcote.
Out of Harm's Way
Dozens of counties evacuated as Hurricane Matthew advanced on the Southeast. Those massive migrations take careful planning, writes Craig Guillot.
News & Departments
Ever Green
Timothy Beatley talks about language-making.
Viewpoint
A landscape architect's view of planning.
Cover: Photo courtesy Thia Konig.