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fromGothamist
1 week ago

Sunset Park residents call for improvements on a deadly stretch of Third Avenue

Call for safety improvements on Third Avenue in Sunset Park due to high incidence of traffic injuries and fatalities.
Renovation
fromSan Jose Spotlight
1 week ago

Downtown Santa Clara revitalization slow to start - San Jose Spotlight

Santa Clara's downtown revitalization is stalled due to economic barriers and complex policies despite community push for development on city-owned land.
Cars
fromwww.archdaily.com
1 week ago

Round About Baths / Leopold Banchini Architects

Roundabouts influence urban landscapes by merging traffic flow and architectural significance.
#transportation
fromBrownstoner
2 weeks ago
Alternative transportation

Removal of Bedford Avenue Protected Bike Lane Halted After Appeals Court Ruling

fromBrownstoner
2 weeks ago
Alternative transportation

Removal of Bedford Avenue Protected Bike Lane Halted After Appeals Court Ruling

fromwww.cbc.ca
2 weeks ago

Bus-only lanes might be coming to Toronto, but residents and city councillors are torn about it | CBC News

"Congestion is a problem in the city. Nothing has as large an impact as better public transit." - Mayor Olivia Chow
Toronto
#urban-development
fromArchDaily
3 months ago
Online Community Development

The Quiet Tensions of POPS: How Private Institutions Shape Public Urban Wellness and Access

Silicon Valley real estate
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 months ago

Sunnyvale: 101 townhome units planned for Lakewood Shopping Center irks some residents

Mixed reactions from residents over the transformation of a shopping center into a townhome neighborhood highlight tensions between development and local needs.
Online Community Development
fromArchDaily
3 months ago

The Quiet Tensions of POPS: How Private Institutions Shape Public Urban Wellness and Access

Privately Owned Public Spaces (POPS) are increasingly prominent but often prioritize private interests over genuine public benefit.
London
fromTime Out London
4 months ago

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.
#toronto
fromwww.cbc.ca
2 weeks ago
Toronto

Protesters, counter-protesters face off outside Toronto city hall over bike lanes, proposed shelters | CBC News

fromwww.cbc.ca
2 months ago
Toronto

City $18B short in plan to repair infrastructure over next decade, but progress made, staff say | CBC News

fromwww.cbc.ca
2 weeks ago
Toronto

Protesters, counter-protesters face off outside Toronto city hall over bike lanes, proposed shelters | CBC News

fromwww.cbc.ca
2 months ago
Toronto

City $18B short in plan to repair infrastructure over next decade, but progress made, staff say | CBC News

fromTime Out New York
2 weeks ago

NYC Ferry may reconnect Staten Island and Brooklyn

The proposed ferry service aims to reconnect Staten Island to Brooklyn, restoring a historic transit link and improving citywide transportation.
fromABC7 San Francisco
3 weeks ago

SF moves closer to banning RVs from parking for more than 2 hours on city streets

San Francisco plans to remove RVs from streets with a two-hour parking limit.
#urban-transportation
fromStreetsblog
1 month ago
Alternative transportation

Car Harms Monday: So Dominant That You Don't Even Notice You're Being Inconvenienced for Them - Streetsblog New York City

fromStreetsblog
1 month ago
Alternative transportation

Car Harms: So Dominant That You Don't Even Notice You're Being Inconvenienced for Them - Streetsblog New York City

fromStreetsblog
1 month ago
Alternative transportation

Car Harms Monday: So Dominant That You Don't Even Notice You're Being Inconvenienced for Them - Streetsblog New York City

fromStreetsblog
1 month ago
Alternative transportation

Car Harms: So Dominant That You Don't Even Notice You're Being Inconvenienced for Them - Streetsblog New York City

fromwww.mercurynews.com
3 weeks ago

Albany leaders consider budget stabilizing measures as revenue falls short

The city has been experiencing a structural deficit, projected to peak at nearly $2 million in 2029 or $6 million in 2035 due to growing pension liabilities and unfunded capital projects.
Miscellaneous
fromCity Limits
3 weeks ago

Opinion: It's Time for NYC to Appoint a Heat Czar

"Heat is an infrastructure problem, an economic problem, a policy problem, a community problem, and a health problem. It requires a coordinated approach on all these fronts."
Public health
#urban-design
NYC politics
fromwww.amny.com
2 months ago

Pedestrian paradise: $400M 5th Avenue redesign to begin in 2028 | amNewYork

Fifth Avenue will be redesigned into a more pedestrian-friendly space with expanded sidewalks, more greenery, and reduced vehicle lanes starting in early 2028.
UX design
fromFast Company
3 months 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.
NYC politics
fromwww.amny.com
2 months ago

Pedestrian paradise: $400M 5th Avenue redesign to begin in 2028 | amNewYork

Fifth Avenue will be redesigned into a more pedestrian-friendly space with expanded sidewalks, more greenery, and reduced vehicle lanes starting in early 2028.
UX design
fromFast Company
3 months 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.
Toronto
fromIrish Independent
3 weeks ago

Opinions split as Parliament Street pedestrianised permanently

Dublin's Parliament Street has become fully pedestrianised, enhancing safety and promoting walking and cycling.
London
fromTime Out London
3 weeks ago

The City of London is getting a new rooftop 'sky garden'

130 Fenchurch Street will feature a sky garden, making it the fourth green space in the Square Mile, scheduled for completion in 2030.
New York City
fromStreetsblog
3 weeks ago

Anti-Miracle On 34th Street: Adams Administration Pauses Work On 34th Street Busway - Streetsblog New York City

The Adams administration halted a planned busway on 34th Street despite community support and prior commitments from the Department of Transportation.
fromtherealdeal.com
1 month ago

Here are the country's new downtowns

The streets aren't paved with gold, but they're clean, edged in plantings and dotted with retailers. New commercial developments lure office tenants by offering the perks of downtown without the strife and grime.
Real estate
fromFast Company
1 month ago

Innovative parks aren't just bold urban design-they lower the temperature in cities

Urban parks significantly benefit community health and offer essential cooling effects, which are crucial as urban areas face rising heat levels.
fromSmart Cities Dive
1 month ago

[Podcast] Key trends in urban mobility transformation

As companies lean towards remote work models, the need for expansive office spaces in city centers is declining, prompting a residential shift as citizens adjust to new work environments.
London startup
fromAustin Monitor
1 month ago

City to postpone UNO vote to consult with UT - Austin Monitor

This delay definitely kills the delivery of some housing units. And in this market, you're just not seeing new construction at all in a lot of sectors.
Austin
Mission District
fromSFGATE
1 month ago

'An eyesore': California city can't shake its abandoned mall

The Redlands Mall has remained vacant for nearly 15 years despite promises of revitalization.
Mission District
fromsfist.com
2 months ago

1,500 Residential Units Proposed on Former Tennis Club Property In SoMa

The Central SoMa Plan's changes are facilitating a shift from office to residential developments.
#san-jose
SF politics
fromwww.mercurynews.com
5 months ago

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.
fromwww.amny.com
2 months ago

Op-Ed | ULURP: Respecting the Role of the City Council | amNewYork

The first discussion a potential ULURP applicant should typically have is with relevant staff from the Department of City Planning to discuss land use rationale.
NYC politics
fromBrooklyn Eagle
2 months ago

CityPickle unveils big plans for pickleball courts at Brooklyn Bridge's Anchorage Plaza

CityPickle plans a temporary sports space at the Brooklyn Bridge's Anchorage Plaza featuring pickleball courts and community amenities.
fromAeon
2 months ago

What a history of underground parking reveals about postwar policy | Aeon Essays

Cities were transformed by cars, which provided unprecedented access and speed, but also introduced significant environmental challenges and altered urban landscapes in profound ways.
philosophy
NYC politics
fromAustin Monitor
2 months ago

Facing overwhelmingly negative feedback, city drafts refinements to residential permit parking program - Austin Monitor

Recommended updates to the Residential Permit Parking program aim to address longstanding resident concerns and improve the evaluation process.
#brooklyn
Brooklyn
fromCurbed
2 months ago

Brooklyn Tower Might Get a Slightly Shorter Neighbor

Brooklyn is poised to gain a second-tallest tower, enhancing its skyline and addressing affordable housing.
Brooklyn
fromCurbed
2 months ago

Brooklyn Tower Might Get a Slightly Shorter Neighbor

Brooklyn is poised to gain a second-tallest tower, enhancing its skyline and addressing affordable housing.
#housing-development
NYC real estate
fromGothamist
2 months ago

New 72-story tower eyed to replace city-owned 'eyesore' in Brooklyn

The Adams administration plans a 72-story housing project at 395 Flatbush Ave., aiming to provide 1,200 new housing units, including affordable ones.
#homeless-shelter
NYC politics
fromBrownstoner
2 months ago

Sheepshead Bay Locals Step Up Protests of Planned Shelter

Sheepshead Bay residents are actively protesting the city's plan to replace affordable housing with a homeless shelter.
Protests have united community members and local leaders against the proposed homeless shelter on Coyle Street.
NYC politics
fromBrownstoner
2 months ago

Sheepshead Bay Locals Step Up Protests of Planned Shelter

Sheepshead Bay residents are actively protesting the city's plan to replace affordable housing with a homeless shelter.
Protests have united community members and local leaders against the proposed homeless shelter on Coyle Street.
London food
fromianVisits
2 months ago

London's Alleys: Queensborough Passage, W2

Queensborough Passage in Bayswater is a functional space that has undergone improvements for increased usability.
#homelessness
from48 hills
2 months ago
San Francisco

Sanctuaries not sweeps - 48 hills

Residents of East 12th Street face an imminent sweep by city officials, exacerbating their homelessness situation and igniting fears for their safety and future.
San Francisco
fromMission Local
4 months ago

Supervisor Walton bristles at Lurie's plan to expand Bayview shelter to '200-plus' beds

Mayor Lurie's plan to expand a Bayview homeless shelter faces criticism for inequity in shelter distribution across San Francisco.
San Francisco
fromMission Local
4 months ago

Supervisor Walton bristles at Lurie's plan to expand Bayview shelter to '200-plus' beds

Mayor Lurie's plan to expand a Bayview homeless shelter faces criticism for inequity in shelter distribution across San Francisco.
Toronto
fromwww.cbc.ca
2 months ago

City could explore a bridge, tunnel or even a gondola to get more visitors to Toronto islands | CBC News

Toronto is considering constructing a permanent link to Toronto Island Park to improve access and ease ferry congestion.
fromSan Jose Spotlight
2 months ago

Santa Clara isn't spending taxpayer money on World Cup upgrades - San Jose Spotlight

The games will be hosted across the U.S., Mexico and Canada. Nearly all of the 11 U.S. host cities have spent or are planning to spend millions upgrading their stadiums and improving other infrastructure ahead of the games, but Santa Clara's Measure J from 20210 protects the city's general fund.
Soccer (FIFA)
London
frompennlive
3 months ago

Harrisburg suffers Second Street hangover as Lancaster reaches new heights

Lancaster's revitalization led to sustainable growth, while Harrisburg's early success proved fleeting.
fromtherealdeal.com
3 months ago

The Daily Dirt: Lawmakers float using $1.3B Penn funds for housing

Governor Kathy Hochul's announcement frees up $800 million initially set aside for the redesign of Penn Station, which will now potentially fund housing and green space initiatives.
NYC real estate
London politics
fromwww.standard.co.uk
3 months 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.
#urbanization
fromArchDaily
4 months ago
UX design

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

fromArchDaily
4 months ago
UX design

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

NYC politics
fromBrooklyn Eagle
3 months ago

Newly-signed laws will help Buildings Dept. remove unsightly scaffolding sheds

Mayor Eric Adams signed legislation to improve the city's scaffolding shed problem by making it easier to remove and redesign sheds.
NYC real estate
fromtherealdeal.com
3 months 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.
Environment
fromArchDaily
3 months ago

Environmental Noise: Improving Urban Soundscapes for Well-Being

Urban noise poses significant health risks, requiring effective design solutions.
fromStreetsblog
3 months ago

DOT Stalls Brooklyn's Third Ave. Bike Lanes After Biz Pushback - Streetsblog New York City

Sunset Park's promised protected bike lane on Third Avenue is delayed until at least 2026 due to local business pushback.
fromStreetsblog
4 months ago

Friday Video: Why Bikes Suck* - Streetsblog USA

Bikes play a critical role in urban transport.
Debunking myths about bike lanes can change perceptions.
fromAustin Monitor
4 months ago

ZAP recommends first-time zonings of former 'Hickmuntown' on city's northwest edge - Austin Monitor

"We're talking about building on a substandard street that butts up to a wildlife preserve, in a fire zone," Stern said.
SF real estate
fromAustin Monitor
4 months ago

City moves toward starting downtown strategy office - Austin Monitor

Austin plans to create a new downtown strategy office by September 2025 to enhance city planning and ensure downtown is safe and vibrant.
fromwww.berkeleyside.org
4 months ago

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.
Los Angeles
fromLos Angeles Times
4 months ago

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.
fromTime Out London
4 months ago

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.
NYC politics
fromwww.nytimes.com
4 months ago

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.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
5 months ago

Cupertino: Mayor talks housing, budget challenges in State of the City address

The new housing developments in Cupertino have sparked concerns from Mayor Liang Chao about potentially losing the city's vibrant commercial areas amidst ongoing housing projects.
SF politics
Mission District
fromSan Jose Spotlight
5 months ago

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.
SF politics
fromAustin Monitor
5 months ago

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.
fromSan Jose Spotlight
5 months ago

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.
NYC politics
fromQNS
5 months ago

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.
fromwww.nytimes.com
5 months ago

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.
SF politics
fromAustin Monitor
5 months ago

Council approves call for better coordination, planning among downtown projects - Austin Monitor

The Downtown Austin Strategic Initiative seeks to coordinate major projects for sustainable urban development.
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