Streetsblog SF Headlines May 21
A brief look at current urbanism news from Streetsblog SF.
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King County Candidate Housing Forum to Address Assessor and Council Races
The Urbanist and partners are hosting a King County Candidate Housing Forum on June 10th, focusing on the King County Assessor and…
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Los Angeles Urbanism Headlines Highlight Responding to Climate and Infrastructure Challenges
Recent urban development news from Los Angeles covers a range of topics including wildfire response, transit expansion, housing policy, and public space…
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‘Shiny Object Urbanism’: The Risk of Prioritising Grand Projects Over Systemic Urban Change
A recent analysis from Strong Towns critiques cities' tendency to pursue high-profile, 'shiny object' urban development projects while neglecting more fundamental, systemic…
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The Future of London’s Green Belt: Balancing Housing Needs and Environmental Protection
London's Green Belt policy faces increasing pressure to accommodate housing demand while preserving its environmental and recreational benefits. This column examines the…
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Los Angeles Urbanism Desk Reports on Key Developments Affecting London’s Future
An overview of recent urban development news from Los Angeles, covering e-bikes, public transit expansion, housing initiatives, and ongoing infrastructure projects, offering…
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Chicago Cubs Parking Expansion Faces Opposition Over Urban Planning Goals
A revised proposal by the Chicago Cubs to expand the team’s parking facilities near Wrigley Field is encountering significant opposition from local…
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Local Resistance to Housing Reform: Lessons from Massachusetts for London’s Urban Growth
A recent case in Marblehead, Massachusetts, highlights how local governments can technically comply with housing mandates while functionally resisting new development, a…
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