The Land Desk

The Land Desk

Shaping an urban area in the rural West: Part III

Looking into the future, with a focus on mobility

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Jonathan P. Thompson
Mar 07, 2022
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This is the third installment in a series looking back at a 1971 comprehensive plan—and ahead at what changes might be in store—for the southwestern Colorado community of Durango. Although Durango-focused, much of the issues facing Durango 50 years ago are relevant to other Western communities. Read Part I here and Part II.

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