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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Streetsblog USA Pauses Publication for Juneteenth Holiday, Updates Comment System
Streetsblog USA will temporarily suspend its publication schedule on Friday, June 19, 2026, in observance of the Juneteenth holiday. The announcement also…
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Green Initiatives and Cost Savings: A Look at Sustainable Urban Development
A recent article highlights how integrating green strategies into urban planning can lead to significant financial benefits, a crucial consideration for London's…
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City Leaders Urged to Embrace Uncertainty in Complex Urban Development
A new perspective from Strong Towns argues against the drive for certainty in urban planning, advocating for humility and a focus on…
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Survey Reveals Stark Divide in Public Opinion on Data Centre Development
A recent poll indicates that low-income Americans are significantly more opposed to the construction of data centres in their communities compared to…
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Seattle Considers Land Value Tax Shift to Incentivise Development
An op-ed in The Urbanist argues that Seattle's property tax system, which combines land and improvement values, discourages development and could be…
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US Mayors Explore Sports Franchises to Drive Economic Development
A cohort of US mayors is partnering with the U.S. Conference of Mayors and Amrize on the Game Changer Program to leverage…
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