Historic Preservation Movement in New York Faces Future Challenges
As New York City's approach to historic preservation evolves, the movement grapples with new challenges and opportunities in balancing preservation with development…
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Major schemes, brownfield sites, regeneration and project timelines.
Cars Remain Central to US Urban Planning Despite Growing Costs
A recent commentary highlights how car-centric infrastructure and policy persist in the United States, even as vehicle ownership becomes increasingly unaffordable, posing…
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NYC Launches City-Funded Pet Food Pantry Amid Affordability Concerns
New York City is introducing its first city-funded pet food pantry as part of a broader budget allocation aimed at supporting pet…
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Texas Town’s Data Centre Ban Faces State Senate Challenge
A recent ban on data centres by San Marcos, Texas, is now being contested by a state senator, raising questions about local…
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The increasing economic polarization across the globe presents a complex set of challenges for urban planning and development, impacting eve
The increasing economic polarization across the globe presents a complex set of challenges for urban planning and development, impacting eve
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London’s Urbanism Desk Gears Up for “Fireworks” in City Planning Discourse
Streetsblog USA's "Monday's Headlines Enjoyed the Fireworks" article hints at unfolding developments in urbanism, prompting a look at how London's planning and…
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AI Tools Tested for Enhancing Public Engagement in Urban Planning
A recent test explored how artificial intelligence can make public engagement in urban planning more effective, potentially transforming how communities contribute to…
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Hudson Tunnel Funding Restored by Federal Court, Paving Way for Project Continuation
A federal court ruling has reinstated funding for the crucial $16 billion New York and New Jersey Hudson Tunnel project, after it…
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Pasadena Adopts Restorative Justice Framework for Former 710 Freeway Stub
The city council has unanimously approved a plan to address historical injustices against communities displaced by the planned but unbuilt 710 Freeway…
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Strong Towns Raises Concerns Over Municipal Fragility and Development Patterns
An analysis by Strong Towns argues that conventional development models create financially fragile municipalities, impacting infrastructure maintenance and service delivery.
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