Abstract
The planning of new towns is a combination of art and science. To a large degree, the art aspect has dominated because of lack of information on basic travel habits and living patterns in these new communities. Much has been learned, of course in the mistakes as well as with the successes of older established cities. Perhaps the most important lesson that can be learned from the new towns is the advantage of flexibility in planning. Standards for development, including streets, parking, and densities, that vary according to actual conditions can provide economic, benefits while enhancing the functional aspects of the community.