Entries by New Urban Journal

Public-Private Partnerships: A New Urbanist Solution to Affordable Housing

The affordable housing crisis continues to challenge cities across the United States, with rising rents and housing shortages leaving millions of Americans struggling to find stable, affordable places to live. As urban planners and policymakers seek creative solutions, public-private partnerships (PPPs) are emerging as a powerful tool to address the crisis while aligning with New […]

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New Urbanism and the Los Angeles Fires: A Path to Resilience?

The devastating wildfires that swept through Los Angeles in January 2025 have sparked renewed discussions about urban planning and resilience. These fires, including the Palisades and Eaton blazes, destroyed over 16,000 structures, displaced tens of thousands, and claimed at least 29 lives, making them among the deadliest and costliest disasters in California’s history. As recovery […]

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