Comprehensive City Planning: Introduction & Explanation / Edition 1

by Melville Branch

Overview

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.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780918286413
Publisher:	Taylor & Francis
Publication date:	01/01/1985
Edition description:	New Edition
Pages:	238
Product dimensions:	7.00(w) x 10.00(h) x (d)

About the Author

Melville Branch

Table of Contents

1. Underlying assumptions 2. Cities in history 3. Urban growth and its consequences 4. Circumstances affecting urban development 5. What is a city? 6. Who plans the city? 7. Procedure 8. Analysis 9. Effectuation 10. Land use control 11. Environment 12. Redevelopment, rehabilitation 13. Urban design 14. New towns 15. Metropolitan urban planning 16. Professional practice and education 17. Related planning 18. Concerning the future