Pacific Northwest Grapples with “Right to Cooling” Amidst Rising Heat Extremes
Tenant advocates are pushing for legislation requiring landlords to install cooling systems as extreme heat events become more frequent, while some progress…
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Bellevue eyes expansion of housing incentives for developers
The city of Bellevue is considering extending a successful incentive program that encourages apartment construction by offering reduced affordability requirements to more…
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Seattle Debates Deep Cuts to Housing Affordability Fees Amidst Development Slowdown
A proposal to drastically reduce fees that fund affordable housing in Seattle is facing strong opposition, as advocates argue it could cripple…
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Oregon Coast Bicycle Route Map Updated After Ten Years
The Oregon Department of Transportation has released a new version of its Oregon Coast Bicycle Route map, providing cyclists with updated information…
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Denver Pioneers Sewage-Powered Thermal Energy Network
Denver is repurposing its historic steam heating system to use wastewater heat for 11 downtown buildings, aiming for significant cost savings and…
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Studio Weave Unveils Stone Toilet Block in Maida Hill, Westminster
A new public toilet facility, constructed using salvaged stone, has been opened in Maida Hill, North Paddington, Westminster, aiming to enhance public…
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Logan Square Reimagined: Chicago Transforms Busy Traffic Circle into Pedestrian-Friendly Public Space
Chicago's Department of Transportation has completed a significant overhaul of the Logan Square traffic circle, pedestrianizing a key section of Milwaukee Avenue…
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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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US DOT Awards $466 Million for Washington Union Station Renovation
The U.S. Department of Transportation is providing significant funding to upgrade the historic Union Station in Washington D.C., aiming to boost its…
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Community Raffle Aims to Prioritise Local Residents in New Housing Development
Elk Grove Village, Illinois, has launched an innovative public-private partnership to offer a "first dibs" opportunity for new single-family homes to existing…
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Colorado Establishes Fund for Wildlife Crossings to Enhance Road Safety
A new bill in Colorado creates an optional fund, supported by a small driver fee, to finance infrastructure aimed at reducing wildlife-vehicle…
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Cities Rethink Hiring to Fill Public Works Jobs
Case studies from Baltimore and Columbus, Ohio, highlight innovative approaches to overcoming hiring bottlenecks and connecting overlooked populations with essential city careers…
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