In addition to being characterised by the rapid population growth, the cities have long represented the centres of knowledge and the sources of growth and innovation, with unique cultural and architectural features, offering exceptional capacity for economic development. The cities are linked to...

When organizations must collaborate to address resource sustainability dilemmas, concerns about the risk of losing autonomy can dissuade them from joining formal collaborative institutions. We argue that governing rules designed to protect autonomy can entice participation from diverse...

Introduction -- The review of subdivision and land development plans: why and how -- Selection of the development site -- The content of the site plan -- Air quality -- Water resources -- Water supply -- Soils, soil erosion, and topography -- Septic systems -- Traffic -- Energy -- Public...