Simon, Robert E.2006-04-242006-04-242006-04-24https://hdl.handle.net/1920/967Paper: Photocopy of original, 11" x 8.5" (27.9 cm x 21.6 cm) minor tears (tape stain on page 11), staple holes.Paper titled "New Towns: Prospects and Problems" by Robert E. Simon, early 1960s. The paper discusses the objectives, philosphy, and concepts employed in planning a New Town. It highlights the plans for public space, "natural space" and family space. The paper discusses the difficulties in attracting business, indstry and families, and Reston's answers to "urban sprawl". Planned Community Archives Collection, 446.15.6981610 bytesapplication/pdfen-USNew communitiesWorking Paper