Issaquah ADU Self-Certification: A US Model With Limited London Parallel
The Washington city becomes the first to let architects self-certify backyard cottage plans under a 2025 state law. The programme has no…
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Texas town says border wall could compromise flood prevention infrastructure
Texas town says border wall could compromise flood prevention infrastructure Diana Ionescu Thu, 07/23/2026 - 07:00 Primary Image Primary Image Caption Presidio,…
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Property Maintenance and Urban Revitalisation: Balancing Enforcement with Support for London’s Incremental Developers
London boroughs could learn from approaches that balance strict property maintenance enforcement with support for incremental developers revitalising neglected buildings, particularly in…
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New York Plans Year-Long Moratorium on New Large Data Center Projects
New York State is implementing a one-year freeze on new large data center developments to assess their impact on energy consumption, water…
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Water Infrastructure Bill Could Channel Billions to Local Projects
A bipartisan bill progressing through the US House of Representatives proposes significant funding for state revolving funds, potentially benefiting local water system…
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New York State Halts New Data Centre Projects Amidst Environmental Concerns
Governor Kathy Hochul has signed an executive order pausing the permitting of new data centres over 50 megawatts, signalling a significant shift…
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Cities Should Guide, Not Punish, Property Owners Fixing Neglected Areas
A new approach to code enforcement emphasizes collaboration and support for incremental developers, rather than punitive measures, to revitalise struggling urban areas.
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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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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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