Analysis of community development and urban planning programmes for the rebuilding slum areas and the improvement of housing conditions of low income groups in the USA - examines government policies to alleviate urban area poverty through the model cities program, social participation therein, covers the planning methodology, etc.

This book presents classic statements on major planning issues and analysis of planning models, with numerous references. The core tasks of the planner are described and analyzed in detail, with case examp- les for illustration. Also featured is a series of practical planning techniques for problem analysis, needs assessment, program design and evaluation. Decision-making aids, such as the delphi techniques and nominal group processes are explained.