#city-planning
#city-planning

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Bonlad Residence / Mohat Office

The Bonlad project redefines urban living by emphasizing semi-open spaces and connectivity to enhance the city of Ilam's quality and character.

UX design

fromFast Company

1 day ago

AI studied Hong Kong's streets. Here's what it learned about making cities more walkable

Urban design elements significantly influence walkability, particularly for older adults.

fromTime Out New York

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See renderings of a more pedestrian-friendly Fifth Avenue

Fifth Avenue's redesign aims to transform it into a pedestrian-centric area by expanding sidewalks and reducing traffic lanes.

fromArchDaily

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Bonlad Residence / Mohat Office

The Bonlad project redefines urban living by emphasizing semi-open spaces and connectivity to enhance the city of Ilam's quality and character.

more#urban-design

frompennlive

1 day ago

London

Harrisburg suffers Second Street hangover as Lancaster reaches new heights

Lancaster's revitalization led to sustainable growth, while Harrisburg's early success proved fleeting.

#urban-development

Los Angeles

fromLos Angeles Times

fromdesignboom | architecture & design magazine

Los Angeles launches effort to encourage starter homes on city-owned vacant lots

Los Angeles launches an initiative to create affordable starter homes on small lots to encourage housing development without overwhelming the city.

Toronto startup

Silicon Valley real estate

terraced cityzen tower by zaha hadid architects set to rise in tbilisi, georgia

Cityzen Tower by Zaha Hadid Architects will create a civic hub in Tbilisi, emphasizing community and green urbanism.

Mountain View struggles to fill empty downtown vacancies - San Jose Spotlight

Mountain View's retail vacancies stem from complicated processes and a lack of motivation for property owners to fill storefronts.

London

The City of London's biggest ever open space is coming to St Paul's

Construction to enhance pedestrian and cyclist access at St Paul's Gyratory begins next month, creating the largest open space in the City of London.

fromBKReader

City Wants to Revamp Atlantic Avenue With Housing, Street Upgrades

The city's proposal aims to enhance community spaces, promote public engagement, and improve local infrastructure with a $24.2 million investment.

London politics

This new image shows the future skyline of the City of London - after 9 planned skyscrapers have been built

The City of London is expanding with nine new skyscrapers planned or under construction.

Los Angeles

fromLos Angeles Times

fromdesignboom | architecture & design magazine

Los Angeles launches effort to encourage starter homes on city-owned vacant lots

Los Angeles launches an initiative to create affordable starter homes on small lots to encourage housing development without overwhelming the city.

Toronto startup

Silicon Valley real estate

terraced cityzen tower by zaha hadid architects set to rise in tbilisi, georgia

Cityzen Tower by Zaha Hadid Architects will create a civic hub in Tbilisi, emphasizing community and green urbanism.

Mountain View struggles to fill empty downtown vacancies - San Jose Spotlight

Mountain View's retail vacancies stem from complicated processes and a lack of motivation for property owners to fill storefronts.

London

The City of London's biggest ever open space is coming to St Paul's

Construction to enhance pedestrian and cyclist access at St Paul's Gyratory begins next month, creating the largest open space in the City of London.

fromBKReader

City Wants to Revamp Atlantic Avenue With Housing, Street Upgrades

The city's proposal aims to enhance community spaces, promote public engagement, and improve local infrastructure with a $24.2 million investment.

London politics

This new image shows the future skyline of the City of London - after 9 planned skyscrapers have been built

The City of London is expanding with nine new skyscrapers planned or under construction.

more#urban-development

London politics

fromwww.standard.co.uk

4 days ago

Speed limits to be cut in 'many' more London streets as TfL funds new cycle and bus lanes and e-bike bays

Investment of £87.6 million in safer streets, enhancing cycle lanes and pedestrian safety across London, although some boroughs receive no funding.

Op-Ed | New Yorkers are saying Yes' to more affordable housing and City of Yes' | amNewYork

City Planning Commission approves historic pro-housing zoning changes amid urgent need for affordable housing in NYC.

NYC real estate

2 weeks ago

The Daily Dirt: 5 Times Square could transform into 1,000-plus apartments

Plans to convert a 38-story office building into 1,250 housing units, with 25% designated as affordable, are underway.

Mission District

San Jose approves hundreds of affordable homes at historic site - San Jose Spotlight

The Gateway Tower development in San Jose will provide 220 affordable apartments after nearly a decade of planning, despite historical preservation challenges.

fromBrooklyn Paper

Brooklyn

Brooklyn borough president supports Arrow Linen rezoning with conditions * Brooklyn Paper

Borough President Antonio Reynoso supports the Arrow Linen rezoning proposal, urging increased affordability beyond city requirements.

fromGothamist

Windsor not: Brooklyn community board that supports 'City of Yes' votes no on local development

Community Board 7 rejected a rezoning proposal, emphasizing the need for affordable housing and resident engagement despite supporting broader development initiatives.

Miscellaneous

Sunnyvale eyes former hardware store for housing - San Jose Spotlight

Sunnyvale plans to replace Orchard Supply Hardware site with hundreds of new homes, including affordable apartments and market-rate condos.

fromwww.amny.com

Op-Ed | New Yorkers are saying Yes' to more affordable housing and City of Yes' | amNewYork

City Planning Commission approves historic pro-housing zoning changes amid urgent need for affordable housing in NYC.

NYC real estate

2 weeks ago

The Daily Dirt: 5 Times Square could transform into 1,000-plus apartments

Plans to convert a 38-story office building into 1,250 housing units, with 25% designated as affordable, are underway.

Mission District

San Jose approves hundreds of affordable homes at historic site - San Jose Spotlight

The Gateway Tower development in San Jose will provide 220 affordable apartments after nearly a decade of planning, despite historical preservation challenges.

fromBrooklyn Paper

Brooklyn borough president supports Arrow Linen rezoning with conditions * Brooklyn Paper

Borough President Antonio Reynoso supports the Arrow Linen rezoning proposal, urging increased affordability beyond city requirements.

fromGothamist

Brooklyn

Windsor not: Brooklyn community board that supports 'City of Yes' votes no on local development

Community Board 7 rejected a rezoning proposal, emphasizing the need for affordable housing and resident engagement despite supporting broader development initiatives.

Miscellaneous

Sunnyvale eyes former hardware store for housing - San Jose Spotlight

Sunnyvale plans to replace Orchard Supply Hardware site with hundreds of new homes, including affordable apartments and market-rate condos.

more#affordable-housing

For Once, Good News About the B.Q.E.

Hidden sensors have reduced the number of overweight trucks on the Brooklyn-Queens Expressway by 60%.

City officials see this as a model for protecting transportation infrastructure.

Mission District

SFMTA board approves new Valencia bike lanes - but few are happy

New bike lane design approved, but concerns arise over parking loss and impact on local businesses.

Bicycling

Friday Video: Why Bikes Suck* - Streetsblog USA

Bikes play a critical role in urban transport.

Debunking myths about bike lanes can change perceptions.

Bicycling

Toronto and Ontario should work together on bike lanes, mayor says | CBC News

Mayor Olivia Chow advocates for collaboration on bike lane designs instead of removal, highlighting significant economic and traffic impacts.

Bicycling

Ontario transport minister not offering estimate of Toronto bike lane removal cost | CBC News

The Ontario government rejects Toronto's $48 million estimate for bike lane removals, suggesting costs need reassessing amidst contention over traffic management.

NYC politics

fromwww.nytimes.com

For Once, Good News About the B.Q.E.

Hidden sensors have reduced the number of overweight trucks on the Brooklyn-Queens Expressway by 60%.

City officials see this as a model for protecting transportation infrastructure.

Mission District

SFMTA board approves new Valencia bike lanes - but few are happy

New bike lane design approved, but concerns arise over parking loss and impact on local businesses.

Bicycling

Friday Video: Why Bikes Suck* - Streetsblog USA

Bikes play a critical role in urban transport.

Debunking myths about bike lanes can change perceptions.

Bicycling

Toronto and Ontario should work together on bike lanes, mayor says | CBC News

Mayor Olivia Chow advocates for collaboration on bike lane designs instead of removal, highlighting significant economic and traffic impacts.

Bicycling

Ontario transport minister not offering estimate of Toronto bike lane removal cost | CBC News

The Ontario government rejects Toronto's $48 million estimate for bike lane removals, suggesting costs need reassessing amidst contention over traffic management.

Designing Inclusive Cities: The Role of Universal Design in Creating Accessible Urban Atmospheres

Urbanization trends necessitate inclusive city design to address diverse demographic needs.

#public-safety

fromwww.berkeleyside.org

East Bay (California)

BPD wants new cameras to combat retail theft. Here's where

Berkeley intends to reduce retail theft by implementing a revised surveillance camera strategy focusing on commercial districts.

fromwww.theguardian.com

Miscellaneous

New Orleans chose ease over safety with street barriers rated for 10mph attacks - report

New Orleans failed to install effective barriers against vehicle attacks, prioritizing ease of use over necessary protection beforehand.

East Bay (California)

fromwww.berkeleyside.org

BPD wants new cameras to combat retail theft. Here's where

Berkeley intends to reduce retail theft by implementing a revised surveillance camera strategy focusing on commercial districts.

fromwww.theguardian.com

Miscellaneous

New Orleans chose ease over safety with street barriers rated for 10mph attacks - report

New Orleans failed to install effective barriers against vehicle attacks, prioritizing ease of use over necessary protection beforehand.

more#public-safety

#san-jose

fromwww.mercurynews.com

SF politics

San Jose approves digital billboards at four downtown sites

San Jose's city leaders approved digital billboards downtown, a move that promises economic benefits but faces significant resident opposition.

Miscellaneous

San Jose Planning Commission says no to hospital expansion - San Jose Spotlight

The San Jose Planning Commission recommended denying Good Samaritan Hospital's expansion due to concerns over its owner's history of service cuts.

SF politics

fromwww.mercurynews.com

San Jose approves digital billboards at four downtown sites

San Jose's city leaders approved digital billboards downtown, a move that promises economic benefits but faces significant resident opposition.

Miscellaneous

San Jose Planning Commission says no to hospital expansion - San Jose Spotlight

The San Jose Planning Commission recommended denying Good Samaritan Hospital's expansion due to concerns over its owner's history of service cuts.

more#san-jose

#environmental-policy

SF politics

Bond task force votes to roll climate-related projects into 2026 election - Austin Monitor

The advisory task force has chosen not to pursue a 2025 climate bond election, focusing on a 2026 general obligation bond instead.

Austin

Memo highlights needs, gaps in achieving city's climate goals by 2040 - Austin Monitor

City's Climate Equity Plan requires additional funding and rework to achieve net-zero emissions by 2040.

11 out of 17 goals in the Climate Equity Plan are currently off track or need support.

fromMiami Herald

Miami

From trashing landfills to wanting another one: Mayor criticized for incinerator switch

Miami-Dade's Mayor has reversed course on waste disposal strategy, moving from incineration to landfilling amid economic concerns.

SF politics

Bond task force votes to roll climate-related projects into 2026 election - Austin Monitor

The advisory task force has chosen not to pursue a 2025 climate bond election, focusing on a 2026 general obligation bond instead.

Austin

Memo highlights needs, gaps in achieving city's climate goals by 2040 - Austin Monitor

City's Climate Equity Plan requires additional funding and rework to achieve net-zero emissions by 2040.

11 out of 17 goals in the Climate Equity Plan are currently off track or need support.

fromMiami Herald

more#environmental-policy

Miami

From trashing landfills to wanting another one: Mayor criticized for incinerator switch

Miami-Dade's Mayor has reversed course on waste disposal strategy, moving from incineration to landfilling amid economic concerns.

SF politics

A vibrant destination? Palo Alto dreams big on Cubberley - San Jose Spotlight

Palo Alto's leaders are finally taking steps to enhance the long-neglected Cubberley Community Center.

Flushing's Metropolitan Park casino proposal gets City Planning Commission green light - QNS

The City Planning Commission approves zoning modifications for the Metropolitan Park casino project adjacent to Citi Field in Flushing.

Miscellaneous

Can Mayor Adams Land The 'City of Yes' Housing Plane?

Mayor Adams is open to negotiating the City of Yes rezoning plan, especially regarding mandatory parking, which has sparked debate among city officials.

NYC politics

fromQNS

Flushing's Metropolitan Park casino proposal gets City Planning Commission green light - QNS

The City Planning Commission approves zoning modifications for the Metropolitan Park casino project adjacent to Citi Field in Flushing.

Alternative transportation

Miscellaneous

Can Mayor Adams Land The 'City of Yes' Housing Plane?

Mayor Adams is open to negotiating the City of Yes rezoning plan, especially regarding mandatory parking, which has sparked debate among city officials.

more#zoning-regulations

fromwww.nytimes.com

Donald Shoup, Who Made Parking an Entertaining Subject, Dies at 86

Donald Shoup revolutionized urban parking economics, influencing city reforms for better traffic and walkability.

Miscellaneous

Sunnyvale traffic deaths spark safety concerns - San Jose Spotlight

Sunnyvale is focused on enhancing traffic safety on Fair Oaks Avenue after multiple fatalities.

Councilmember Mehlinger emphasizes the urgency of redesigning the street for better pedestrian and cyclist access.

Miscellaneous

fromBrownstoner

Review Finds Woefully Slow Buses and Too Few Bus Lanes

NYC buses are among the slowest in the country due to funding issues and traffic challenges.

#san-francisco

Mission District

The Fillmore's Safeway is shutting down. The city has no plan.

The closing of the Fillmore Safeway leaves the community without a grocery store, raising accountability issues among city officials.

fromsfist.com

SF politics

Breed Proposes Yet Another Incentive to Convert Offices to Housing, as No One's Been Jumping on Previous Incentives

Mayor Breed aims to reduce costs for converting office spaces into housing to address San Francisco's housing crisis.

Mission District

The Fillmore's Safeway is shutting down. The city has no plan.

The closing of the Fillmore Safeway leaves the community without a grocery store, raising accountability issues among city officials.

fromsfist.com

fromwww.romfordrecorder.co.uk

SF politics

Breed Proposes Yet Another Incentive to Convert Offices to Housing, as No One's Been Jumping on Previous Incentives

Mayor Breed aims to reduce costs for converting office spaces into housing to address San Francisco's housing crisis.

more#san-francisco

fromsfist.com

4 months ago

Miscellaneous

Santa Cruz Mayor Isn't Committing to Rebuilding Collapsed Section of Wharf

Mayor Keeley expresses caution regarding immediate rebuilding plans for the damaged Santa Cruz Wharf.

4 months ago

Miscellaneous

Historic 19th century Romford youth house planned to be transformed into housing

The proposal aims to redevelop a historic site while preserving its heritage and providing modern housing to meet local needs.

fromwww.thelocal.it

4 months ago

Miscellaneous

Inside Italy: Why schools should teach dialects and will Rome be ready for the Jubilee?

Rome is undergoing extensive renovations in preparation for the 2025 Jubilee Year amid concerns about incomplete projects and visitor dissatisfaction.

#housing-development

fromKqed

California

Santa Clara Approves Major Housing and Office Development; Could Take 25 Years to Build | KQED

Kylli's development plan is a significant project for Santa Clara, aimed at revitalizing the area, but faces delays and market uncertainties.

LA real estate

Irvine rezones land by John Wayne despite airport commission concerns

Irvine rezoned land for 15,000 homes, overriding airport safety concerns due to state housing mandates.

The City Council faces pressure to meet housing targets while balancing community needs and airport regulations.

fromKqed

California

Santa Clara Approves Major Housing and Office Development; Could Take 25 Years to Build | KQED

Kylli's development plan is a significant project for Santa Clara, aimed at revitalizing the area, but faces delays and market uncertainties.

LA real estate

Irvine rezones land by John Wayne despite airport commission concerns

Irvine rezoned land for 15,000 homes, overriding airport safety concerns due to state housing mandates.

The City Council faces pressure to meet housing targets while balancing community needs and airport regulations.

more#housing-development

fromLos Angeles Times

Los Angeles

The Civic Center mall is nearly dead. The city is looking to revitalize it

The decline of the Los Angeles Mall illustrates broader economic challenges facing small businesses in urban centers.

fromwww.nytimes.com

Miscellaneous

How does F1's Las Vegas GP transform the Strip in 2 hours? It's a science'

Organizing the Las Vegas Grand Prix involves unprecedented logistical challenges due to the iconic Strip's prominence and local business considerations.

Miscellaneous

Reining in Deliverista Distances is the Key to Safety - Streetsblog New York City

The increasing distance of food deliveries in New York is creating challenges for street safety and cycling dynamics.

Austin

Report finds slashed site plan review times, with further improvements on tap - Austin Monitor

Austin's permitting process is undergoing significant improvements, with initial review times down 56% and further gains expected.

Toronto

Toronto expands winter homelessness plan, but staff say added shelter space still won't meet demand | CBC News

Toronto is increasing temporary shelter spaces to combat rising homelessness this winter, but officials admit it won't meet the increasing demand.

Austin

Ambitious proposal for Congress Avenue includes pedestrian plazas, bike lanes - Austin Monitor

The Congress Avenue redesign emphasizes pedestrian and cyclist priorities while planning for vehicular access.

Initial phase focuses on safety and accessibility from Cesar Chavez Street to 11th Street.

Funding is a critical challenge for the overall $130 million project.

fromMail Online