Cincinnati Approves Upzoning for Major Riverfront Revitalisation at The Banks
Cincinnati's planning commission has approved a significant upzoning plan for "The Banks," aiming to transform over eight acres of vacant riverfront land…
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Prices, rents, delivery, tenure and policy tools.
New York City Introduces First City-Run Grocery Store in South Bronx Development
New York City is set to open its first municipally run grocery store within The Peninsula, a new mixed-use development in the…
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US House Bill Aims to Boost Housing Supply, Drops Build-to-Rent Sale Mandate
The US House of Representatives has introduced the "ROAD to Housing" bill, described by housing industry advocates as significant legislation to increase…
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Rethinking Preservation: Beyond Grand Landmarks to Community-Led Building Reuse
A new book, "Preserving with Purpose: Reimagining Buildings for Community Benefit," challenges traditional notions of historic preservation, advocating for the reuse of…
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Data and Maps Can Keep Urbanism Claims Honest
A practical note on using datasets, maps and methods before repeating a city claim.
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Housing Supply Needs More Than One Number
Homes delivered, tenure, affordability tests and location all matter when reading housing claims.
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The Enduring Impact of Sustained Urban Vision: Lessons from Sinclair Black’s Austin Legacy
A recent reflection from Strong Towns highlights the career of urban designer Sinclair Black, whose decades-long commitment to Austin, Texas, exemplifies a…
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Lubbock, Texas, Converts Historic Motel into 56 Affordable Housing Units
Lubbock, Texas, has joined a growing trend of converting under-utilised hotels into much-needed housing, with the Inn Town Lofts project transforming a…
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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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California Governor Proposes Conditional Homelessness Funding, Linking Aid to Encampment Management
California Governor Gavin Newsom has proposed a significant shift in homelessness funding, tying $500 million in state aid to local efforts to…
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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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