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Winkleman, Michael – Design and Environment, 1974
In the mid-1800's, the canal system in the U.S. was thriving. But, by the end of that century, roads and railways had replaced these commercial thoroughfares. Renewed interest in the abandoned canals is now resulting in renovation and ecological site development in Pennsylvania and New Jersey. (MA)
Descriptors: Conservation (Environment), Environment, History, Land Use
Ferebee, Ann; Carpenter, Edward K. – Design and Environment, 1974
In this article, renewal of the inner urban edge is discussed. Norfolk (Virginia) is attempting to blur the difference between old and new neighbor hoods through zoning and architectural controls. Cincinnati (Ohio) is developing an environmentally sound hillside design. Reading (Pennsylvania) is utilizing old railyards for greenbelts of hiking and…
Descriptors: Conservation (Environment), Environment, Land Use, Planned Communities
