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Nov

A Glimpse into our Vertical Future

Categories: Asia and the Pacific, Planning, Urban Scale, USA and Canada

by Next American City

As the Eastern world aggressively pushes the architectural envelope, the West is suffering a crisis in confidence, with height restrictions in place in numerous cities. Could this hinder the new tilt toward enlightened urbanism? Read more

Sep

Urban Implications of the Growth of Gay and Lesbian Populations in Suburbs

Categories: Community, People, USA and Canada

Comments: 1

by Next American City

While cities can be a haven for people who are different, gay and lesbian populations in the suburbs are growing. How will this change the GLBT community at large, and what implications does it have for central cities that have traditionally been the community’s home? Read more

Sep

Upgrading Slums a Low Priority in Kenyan Cities

Categories: Africa and the Middle East, Governance, People

Tags: urban innovations and africa

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by Next American City

Kenya's urban challenges are typical of those in other squatter communities across Africa. And plans to upgrade Kenya's slums, while simple on paper, are proving excruciatingly complicated and difficult in practice. Read more

Aug

Mileage Tax: Driving a Car is a Privilege We Must Pay For

Categories: Cars and Roads, Transport, USA and Canada

Tags: congested cities

Comments: 2

by Next American City

One of the most urgent problems in transportation policy today is relieving congestion on American roads. Perhaps the most obvious way to go about this would be to start pricing driving at more realistic levels? Read more

Aug

Planning for a Range of Housing Options in our Cities

Categories: Planning, Urban Scale, USA and Canada

Comments: 1

by Next American City

The prolonged economic downturn has had many impacts, but the most jarring for many Americans is the realization they are not as affluent as once thought. The planning profession can play an important part in helping Americans adjust to an age of austerity. Read more

Jul

Chinatowns Not Welcome in Italian Cities

Categories: Asia and the Pacific, Community, Europe, People

Comments: 5

by Next American City

Chinatowns are a common sight in most cities, but in 2008 the Italian city of Milan was less than welcoming, creating a 'pushcart war' where Chinese immigrants fought to co-exist with their Italian neighbours. Read more

Using Web Apps to Create a Culture of Civic Engagement