Streamlining London’s Planning: The Case for a More Agile London Plan
The upcoming revision of the London Plan promises a leaner, more navigable framework for development. This column explores the drivers behind this…
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Navigating London’s Evolving Urban Plan: Challenges and Opportunities
An expert column examining the critical shifts and potential impacts of London's new urban planning framework, delving into policy implications, stakeholder perspectives,…
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Streetsblog LA Headlines Round-up
A summary of key urbanism-related news from Streetsblog LA's Monday headlines, covering election links, street repaving, and specific neighbourhood developments.
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Streetsblog SF Roundup: Urban Planning and Transit News for June 1, 2026
A review of the latest urban planning and transportation news from Streetsblog SF, highlighting key developments and discussions in San Francisco.
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Seattle’s Housing Growth Plan Faces Criticism Over Environmental Impact Claims
An opinion piece in The Urbanist argues that opposition to Seattle's Comprehensive Plan wrongly blames new housing for environmental threats, diverting attention…
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California Transit Advocates Protest Proposed Giveaway to Oil Companies
Transit and environmental groups rally against a California Air Resources Board proposal that could divert billions from public transit and affordable housing…
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Seattle City Council Moves to Streamline Zoning Appeals
Land Use Committee Chair Eddie Lin proposes changes to Seattle's land use appeals process to align with state law and accelerate housing…
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Seattle Advances Zoning Package to Encourage Towers, Mass Timber, and Passive House Construction
A package of targeted zoning changes, the Housing Opportunities Program (HOP), is moving through Seattle City Council, aiming to stimulate the construction…
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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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