Country Stars and Zoo Officials Oppose Nashville Data Centre Proposal
A coalition of musicians, including Sheryl Crow and Brad Paisley, has joined forces with Nashville Zoo leadership to protest a proposed data…
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Density, land use, height, mixed-use and zoning tools.
Survey Reveals Stark Divide in Public Opinion on Data Centre Development
A recent poll indicates that low-income Americans are significantly more opposed to the construction of data centres in their communities compared to…
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US Households Lag in Access to Frequent, Reliable Public Transit, Report Finds
A new analysis from the Urban Institute highlights that only 10% of American homes are situated within half a mile of public…
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Monterey Park Votes to Permanently Ban Data Centers
Voters in Monterey Park, California, have approved a ballot measure enacting a permanent citywide ban on data centers, citing concerns over air…
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Bellevue’s Wilburton Rezoning Shows Promise for Housing Affordability
A year into its implementation, Bellevue's Wilburton neighbourhood rezoning policy is attracting significant housing development, with early indications that its "funded inclusionary…
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Illinois Governor Pledges Continued Housing Efforts Amidst Zoning Bill Setback
Governor Pritzker vows to pursue housing initiatives despite a recent legislative hurdle in Illinois, as a statewide zoning proposal faced opposition from…
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Little Rock Approves Data Center Regulations Amidst Resident Concerns
The Little Rock board of directors has approved new ordinances to regulate data centers, voting against a moratorium proposed by concerned residents…
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Americans Express Growing Opposition to Data Centers, Surpassing Nuclear Plants
A recent Gallup poll reveals a surprising trend: more Americans oppose the construction of data centers in their communities than nuclear plants,…
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Palo Alto Pursues ‘Pro-Housing’ Designation Amidst Shifting Stance on Density
The Californian city, historically resistant to growth, is seeking a state designation that could unlock significant funding for housing projects by demonstrating…
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Wisconsin’s Largest Private Affordable Housing Complex Highlights Funding Complexities
A new $197 million housing development in Milwaukee, set to become Wisconsin's largest private affordable housing complex, underscores the intricate financial mechanisms…
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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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US Congress Considers Amtrak Plan to Fund Penn Station Redevelopment via NYC Property Tax Seizure
A proposed amendment to the Build America 250 Act could allow Amtrak to override local zoning and seize city tax revenues to…
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