London urbanism, planning, transport, housing and public realm news with source-aware context.
A Washington State op-ed argues that Seattle’s State Environmental Policy Act has been weaponised to delay housing, bike trails and affordable homes.…
Read updateA new Strong Towns article argues that public projects start with benches, trees and lighting instead of how people will actually use…
Read updateA vacant unfinished building in West Hollywood has become an urban coyote habitat. The case is not a London story, but it…
Read updateA US Streetsblog roundup links the loss of pubs and independent coffee shops to places we drive past rather than walk to.…
Read updateA small US town started its comprehensive plan by asking residents to share what they love about their community, not what they…
Read updateA Beverly Hills 55-unit approval under California’s Builder’s Remedy sparks discussion on state preemption, housing element compliance, and what London planners might…
Read updateThe Washington city becomes the first to let architects self-certify backyard cottage plans under a 2025 state law. The programme has no…
Read updateThe London Urbanism Desk maintains a strict focus on urban development, planning, and policy within Greater London, including GLA, TfL, and borough-level…
Read updateA new Urban Institute warning on falling birthrates and family retention is not a London policy decision, but it highlights a test…
Read updateA critical look at how recent planning decisions are redefining London's skyline, impacting everything from sunlight access to community character, and what…
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