Special Topics: Engineering Boston

Data on all aspects of life in Boston.

Useful reports and fact sheets on the subjects of housing; land use; and planning.

The Boston District Council of the ULI. Offers reports on Boston housing and transportation costs, and how these affect the local economy.

This collection consists of maps that were in the library of the Boston Redevelopment Authority, which was transferred to the Boston Public Library in the early 1990s.

Digital collections from libraries, archives and museums.Includes digital library offering access to books, images, movies, music and more.

Boston's plan to make the city more affordable, equitable, connected, and resilient.

Economic data contains reports and statistical analysis information that showcases the Massachusetts competitive edge for job growth and housing creation.

The twelve regional councils listed here serve local governments and citizens in the region by dealing with issues and needs that cross city, town, county and even state boundaries through communication, planning, policy-making, coordination, advocacy and technical assistance.

MassWorks is tasked with aiding municipalities and other eligible public entities seeking public infrastructure funding to support economic development and job creation and retention.

The Metropolitan Area Planning Council (MAPC) is a regional planning agency serving the people who live and work in the 101 cities and towns of Metropolitan Boston. Its mission is promoting smart growth and regional collaboration. It offers free access to reports on local planning issues.

This high school textbook, written by the Greater Boston Development Committee, promotes the role of city planning as a tool to address the needs of urban dwellers. It contains information not only about Boston, but also about major cities around the world.

A 2012 planning study written by the Governers of the Urban Land Institute.