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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Texas Town’s Data Centre Ban Faces State Senate Challenge
A recent ban on data centres by San Marcos, Texas, is now being contested by a state senator, raising questions about local…
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Indianapolis Considers Data Centre Zoning District Amidst Public Concerns
An Indianapolis city commission has advanced a proposal to create a dedicated zoning district for data centres, aiming to establish specific regulations…
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Seattle Council Debates SEPA Appeal Reforms Amidst Misinformation Campaign
A proposed change to Seattle's environmental appeal process, intended to streamline development, has sparked debate and accusations of misinformation, highlighting tensions between…
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Public Opposition Mounts Against Data Centre Proliferation
A recent poll indicates widespread public concern regarding the proximity of data centres, with 75% of Americans opposing their development near residential…
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US Regulatory Shifts Could Pave Way for Cheaper Manufactured Homes, Raising Questions for Cities
New federal legislation and proposed rule changes aim to reduce the cost of building manufactured housing, but acceptance by local authorities remains…
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Maui Council Approves New Zoning Districts for Vacation Rentals Amidst Housing Concerns
The Maui County Council has advanced a bill to create new hotel zoning districts, potentially allowing thousands of existing vacation rentals to…
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US Cities Use Land Use Laws to Challenge Federal Immigration Detention Centres
Local governments are leveraging zoning and land use regulations to resist the establishment of federal immigration detention facilities, highlighting a growing tension…
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Seattle Atlas Tool Aims to Demystify Zoning and Foster Housing Debate
An interactive online map, Seattle Atlas, seeks to make complex zoning regulations more accessible to residents, encouraging informed discussions about housing development…
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Seattle Growth Plan Faces Significant Delays After Court Ruling
A Washington Court of Appeals decision has halted the next phase of Seattle's growth strategy, impacting planned zoning changes for new neighbourhoods…
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