ABSTRACT

The author’s classic text focuses on the development of cities and how they have been planned and managed through the ages. The tie between land use and municipal administration is explored throughout. Topics include the roots of city management and planning; physical and socioeconomic views of cities; how city planning works within city government; the ties between planning and city politics; zoning and urban design; new towns; and regional planning. This work is the culmination of the author's long career in planning practice. His involvement in government, business, and academics means this book relates to a wide variety of fields. And the author writes in a clear, nontechnical style. Whether you're a city official, a professional, or a concerned citizen, you'll find this a cohesive, readable, and authoritative introduction to the field of planning.

chapter 1|7 pages

Underlying Assumptions

chapter 2|13 pages

Cities in History

chapter 3|6 pages

Urban Growth and its Consequences

chapter 4|6 pages

Circumstances Affecting Urban Development

chapter 5|37 pages

What is a City?

chapter 6|14 pages

Who Plans the City?

chapter 7|8 pages

Procedure

chapter 8|11 pages

Analysis

chapter 9|9 pages

Effectuation

chapter 10|25 pages

Land Use Control

chapter 11|11 pages

Environment

chapter 12|9 pages

Redevelopment, Rehabilitation

chapter 13|12 pages

Urban Design

chapter 14|11 pages

New Towns

chapter 15|8 pages

Metropolitan Urban Planning

chapter 16|11 pages

Professional Practice and Education

chapter 17|10 pages

Related Planning

chapter 18|14 pages

Concerning the Future