Seattle Housing Accelerator Proposal Stalled Amidst Stakeholder Concerns
A pilot program aimed at temporarily reducing builder fees to boost housing starts in Seattle has been put on hold after a…
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Seattle Councilmember Proposes Significant Cuts to Transit Funding Renewal
A proposal by Councilmember Bob Kettle aims to drastically reduce the renewal of Seattle's Transit Measure, potentially halting service growth and impacting…
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Lake Powell’s Record Low Water Levels Raise Concerns for Infrastructure and Environment
The critical drop in water levels at Lake Powell, reaching historic lows, poses significant threats to hydroelectric power generation and the ecological…
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San Diego Establishes $8.5 Million Fund for Affordable Housing Preservation
The San Diego City Council has approved a new $8.5 million fund aimed at preserving existing affordable housing units and preventing them…
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US Court Rules Against HUD’s ‘Rapid Overhaul’ of Homeless Funding Rules
A US federal judge has ruled that the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) improperly changed rules for allocating funds to…
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San Francisco’s Urban Pulse: Lessons and Parallels for London’s Planners
A review of Streetsblog SF's July 1 headlines reveals urban challenges and innovations in transportation and housing that resonate with ongoing discussions…
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Chicago’s Lead Pipe Replacement Costs Soar, Raising Questions for London
An investigation into Chicago's lead water pipe replacement program reveals costs more than six times the national average, prompting scrutiny and potential…
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World Cup Transit Successes Offer Lessons for London
The recent World Cup highlighted innovative public transport solutions and infrastructure challenges, presenting a unique opportunity for cities like London to learn…
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Womontown: A 1990s Lesbian Intentional Community in Kansas City
A modest historical plaque in Kansas City commemorates "Womontown," a unique 1990s enclave where queer women built community, independence, and financial autonomy…
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Streetsblog L.A. Recognised at Southern California Journalism Awards
The urbanism news outlet, Streetsblog L.A., and its sister publication LongBeachIze received multiple honours at the L.A. Press Club’s 68th Annual Southern…
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