URBN PL 240A

Local Government

Urban Planning · 4 units · Graduate courses (200-299)

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Analysis of structure and function of local, regional, and state government in historical and institutional context: organization, finance, intergovernmental relations, role of judiciary, public services, lawmaking, citizen participation through initiatives and referenda, and government tort liability. Concurrently scheduled with Law 285. In Progress grading (credit to be given only on completion of course 240B.

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Winter 2026
Winter 2027

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