Includes bibliographical references (p. [406]-437) and index.

Part 1. Planning and government : The nature of planning -- Urbanization -- Governing and planning urban areas : Part 2. Land use regulation : The evolution of planning and zoning -- The institutional and legal framework of planning and zoning -- The techniques of zoning and subdivision regulations -- The comprehensive plan -- Financing and planning for development -- Part 3. Growth management : Growth management and local government -- Urban growth management and the states -- Aesthetics -- Heritage and historic preservation -- Transportation -- Housing -- Community and economic development -- Part 5. Environmental policy and planning : Environmental policy and planning : Environmental concerns ; The national environmental protection act ; Clean air ; Clean water ; Waste ; Other environmental concerns -- The limits of environmental policy -- Part 6. Technology in planning : Technology and planning -- Conclusion : Some final questions.

This revised edition continues to provide a comprehensive introduction to the policies and practices of planning. Discussing land use, urban planning and environmental protection policies, the text explains the nature of the planning process.