Cities and Growth: A Policy Handbook

Book Overview

This reference work covers the rapidly evolving field of "cities and growth"; provides the framework and background for the emergence of best growth management practices in America's cities in recent years; includes numerous case studies, or best practices available for reference; focuses on the future of planning practices; and examines future trends, societal changes, urban growth patterns, cities and their infrastructure, and cities and their environment. The appendices include a listing of U.S. periodicals focusing on urban planning practices, a glossary of urban planning terms, a regional resource directory and a national resource directory.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0786431970
• ISBN13: 9780786431977
• Release Date: November 2007
• Publisher: McFarland & Company
• Length: 316 Pages
• Weight: 1.30 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 7.0" x 9.9"
• Age Range: 18 years and up
• Grade Range: Postsecondary and higher