History and Theory of Planning

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This course reviews the development of city planning as a field of practice, with a focus on historical precedents that have served to establish best principles and practices today. The course will also review a range of theories on the positive and normative roles of planning and urban governance institutions in society, and on how planners can act to improve sustainability and equity in cities. Theoretical and practical material will focus on principles that are most germane to city planning in New York City but will draw on cases from around the U.S. and internationally, as well.