Making Urbanism Legal Again

Although compact, mixed-use urban form achieved such value before 1950, separate-use zoning codes and high-volume road standards subsequently helped to make sprawl (right) today’s default development option. New Urbanists are providing leaders with the tools to reverse course and strengthen the character, livability, and diversity of their communities.

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Call for Papers Now Open for CNU 17: Contribute to the Intellectual Dialogue on New Urbanism

Green architect and urbanist Sim Van der Ryn celebrated with Athena Award: "Father of sustainable design" calls for "resilient" communities

Charlotte calling: Transportation Summit is your opportunity for trail blazing work: Davidson tour sold out, few seats left for light rail; don't be left behind!

CNU Names Top 10 "Freeways Without Futures": Revived Neighborhoods and Waterfronts Ahead: Seattle, Buffalo, Washington DC may be next to stimulate billions in urban reinvestment by tearing down unneeded elevated highways slicing through their hearts