Seattle Transit Wayfinding System Criticised for Added Confusion
A new wayfinding system implemented by Sound Transit in Seattle has been met with criticism, with users and commentators finding it more…
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Faith Institutions as Untapped Housing Developers in the US
Religious organisations, often sitting on significant landholdings, are identified as potential key players in addressing housing shortages through incremental development, facing zoning…
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Podcast Explores Shifting Urban Landscapes and Rising Costs
A recent podcast episode features urbanist Bill Fulton discussing the impact of remote work on cities, the affordability crisis in transportation and…
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Seattle Church Complex Delivers Affordable Homes Amidst Local Planning Debates
A Seattle church's legacy is being honored through the completion of a new affordable housing complex, highlighting a national trend of faith-based…
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Los Angeles Unlocks Thousands of Affordable Homes Through Adaptive Reuse and New Construction
A significant initiative in Los Angeles aims to deliver 4,000 affordable housing units by repurposing existing structures and undertaking new builds, with…
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California Environmental Justice Group Sues Over Cap-and-Trade Rule Changes
An environmental justice organization is challenging California's revised cap-and-trade regulations, alleging inadequate environmental review and a shift of funds away from climate…
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National Renter Survey Highlights Unaffordable Rents and Limited Options
A recent survey reveals that a significant portion of renters facing unaffordable housing costs have few alternative options, underscoring a critical gap…
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Vacant Los Angeles Office Tower to Become 512 Affordable Homes
Developers plan to convert the World Trade Center complex in downtown Los Angeles into hundreds of affordable apartments, aiming to address the…
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Judge Halts HUD Homelessness Grant Changes, Citing ‘Hasty’ Approach
A US District Court judge has temporarily blocked the Department of Housing and Urban Development from implementing recent changes to its homelessness…
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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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