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#urban-planning
NYC real estate
fromNew York Post
1 month ago

Progressive politicians want more housing in NYC - so why are they making it so hard to add apartments in Midtown?

New zoning proposals in Midtown Manhattan aim to create housing but face challenges due to progressive policies impacting developer feasibility.
Mission District
fromKqed
3 weeks ago

SF's Single-Family Home Neighborhoods Could See More Apartments, 65-Story Towers Near Downtown | KQED

San Francisco plans to increase housing density in affluent neighborhoods, proposing mid-rise apartments to meet state mandates.
Online Community Development
fromAustin Monitor
1 month ago

City Council approves phase two of 'site plan lite' - Austin Monitor

City Council approved amendments to accelerate development of medium-density housing.
The ordinance modifies residential regulations for projects with five to 16 units.
London politics
fromwww.standard.co.uk
1 month ago

Tory boroughs refuse to join Sadiq Khan's Green Belt review

The Labour Government plans to create a grey belt to facilitate housing development on low-quality green belt land, despite opposition from certain councils.
NYC real estate
fromNew York Post
1 month ago

Progressive politicians want more housing in NYC - so why are they making it so hard to add apartments in Midtown?

New zoning proposals in Midtown Manhattan aim to create housing but face challenges due to progressive policies impacting developer feasibility.
Mission District
fromKqed
3 weeks ago

SF's Single-Family Home Neighborhoods Could See More Apartments, 65-Story Towers Near Downtown | KQED

San Francisco plans to increase housing density in affluent neighborhoods, proposing mid-rise apartments to meet state mandates.
Online Community Development
fromAustin Monitor
1 month ago

City Council approves phase two of 'site plan lite' - Austin Monitor

City Council approved amendments to accelerate development of medium-density housing.
The ordinance modifies residential regulations for projects with five to 16 units.
London politics
fromwww.standard.co.uk
1 month ago

Tory boroughs refuse to join Sadiq Khan's Green Belt review

The Labour Government plans to create a grey belt to facilitate housing development on low-quality green belt land, despite opposition from certain councils.
more#urban-planning
#public-policy
fromPadailypost
1 week ago
Silicon Valley real estate

Lawsuit says city can't use downtown parking lots for housing without a vote of property owners

A lawsuit has been filed against Menlo Park over plans to redevelop downtown parking lots into housing, claiming improper authority and lack of property owner consent.
fromIrish Independent
1 day ago
UK politics

The Irish Independent's View: Let's hope latest move by Government on housing isn't just a buck-passing exercise

The appointment of a housing tsar may not solve the housing crisis unless there is a comprehensive and unified strategy from the government.
fromPadailypost
1 week ago
Silicon Valley real estate

Lawsuit says city can't use downtown parking lots for housing without a vote of property owners

A lawsuit has been filed against Menlo Park over plans to redevelop downtown parking lots into housing, claiming improper authority and lack of property owner consent.
fromIrish Independent
1 day ago
UK politics

The Irish Independent's View: Let's hope latest move by Government on housing isn't just a buck-passing exercise

The appointment of a housing tsar may not solve the housing crisis unless there is a comprehensive and unified strategy from the government.
more#public-policy
#community-impact
from48 hills
1 week ago
NYC politics

Small business groups push for protections from Lurie's upzoning (and displacement) - 48 hills

The proposed upzoning could threaten small neighborhood businesses, urging the need for protective proposals.
from48 hills
2 weeks ago
NYC politics

Will the supes reject a simple measure notifying neighbors about upzoning? - 48 hills

Major rezoning in San Francisco could significantly impact communities, yet most residents remain unaware of the developments affecting them.
fromwww.romfordrecorder.co.uk
1 day ago
London politics

Harold Hill landlady 'left in limbo' and told 'nothing' about pub's demolition

The Alderman pub's demolition is approved, but landlady Sandy Wyatt lacks updates on the timeframe, causing uncertainty for her and customers.
from48 hills
1 week ago
NYC politics

Small business groups push for protections from Lurie's upzoning (and displacement) - 48 hills

The proposed upzoning could threaten small neighborhood businesses, urging the need for protective proposals.
from48 hills
2 weeks ago
NYC politics

Will the supes reject a simple measure notifying neighbors about upzoning? - 48 hills

Major rezoning in San Francisco could significantly impact communities, yet most residents remain unaware of the developments affecting them.
fromwww.romfordrecorder.co.uk
1 day ago
London politics

Harold Hill landlady 'left in limbo' and told 'nothing' about pub's demolition

The Alderman pub's demolition is approved, but landlady Sandy Wyatt lacks updates on the timeframe, causing uncertainty for her and customers.
more#community-impact
fromABC7 San Francisco
4 days ago
East Bay real estate

Menlo Park residents worried neighbor's ADU plans near massive redwood trees could pose safety risk

Homeowners are concerned about potential harm to redwood trees due to nearby construction plans.
fromwww.enfieldindependent.co.uk
4 days ago
London politics

Cheers as plans for flats that were 'too close' to existing homes thrown out

Local residents successfully opposed a housing development proposal due to concerns over privacy, parking, and overcrowding.
#community-engagement
London politics
fromwww.standard.co.uk
1 month ago

Green light for new council housing and student rooms above Southwark station

The new development will bring 44 council homes and 449 student apartments but raises community concerns about infrastructure and potential impacts.
Community engagement regarding the development has been minimal, leading to concerns about the balance of student accommodation and local needs.
fromPadailypost
4 days ago
Silicon Valley real estate

Property owners sue city over plan to build housing on parking lots

Downtown merchants are suing Palo Alto over parking lot development into apartments, asserting their investment gives them a say in the project.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago
East Bay (California)

Why is Alameda County returning $1.5 million it collected in park fees?

Alameda County is refunding over $1.5 million in unspent park maintenance fees to homeowners and developers due to regulatory requirements.
London politics
fromwww.standard.co.uk
1 month ago

Green light for new council housing and student rooms above Southwark station

The new development will bring 44 council homes and 449 student apartments but raises community concerns about infrastructure and potential impacts.
Community engagement regarding the development has been minimal, leading to concerns about the balance of student accommodation and local needs.
fromPadailypost
4 days ago
Silicon Valley real estate

Property owners sue city over plan to build housing on parking lots

Downtown merchants are suing Palo Alto over parking lot development into apartments, asserting their investment gives them a say in the project.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago
East Bay (California)

Why is Alameda County returning $1.5 million it collected in park fees?

Alameda County is refunding over $1.5 million in unspent park maintenance fees to homeowners and developers due to regulatory requirements.
more#community-engagement
#islington-council
fromwww.standard.co.uk
3 weeks ago
London politics

Sadiq Khan intervenes in Archway housing and student tower scheme

Sadiq Khan may approve new housing project despite Islington Council's refusal, citing significant housing contributions.
fromwww.islingtongazette.co.uk
5 days ago
London politics

Plans for homes on leisure centre site shelved amid 'fast-changing global forces'

Islington Council withdrew plans for new housing due to public opposition and economic uncertainty, opting to protect open spaces instead.
fromwww.standard.co.uk
3 weeks ago
London politics

Sadiq Khan intervenes in Archway housing and student tower scheme

Sadiq Khan may approve new housing project despite Islington Council's refusal, citing significant housing contributions.
fromwww.islingtongazette.co.uk
5 days ago
London politics

Plans for homes on leisure centre site shelved amid 'fast-changing global forces'

Islington Council withdrew plans for new housing due to public opposition and economic uncertainty, opting to protect open spaces instead.
more#islington-council
fromABC7 San Francisco
6 days ago
NYC politics

Antioch father, son charged with bribery for allegedly giving councilmember mug with $5K in cash

A city councilmember in Antioch, who turned FBI informant, alleged bribery attempts regarding a housing project.
#california-law
fromtherealdeal.com
6 days ago
SF real estate

California lawmakers seek end to CEQA's reign

CEQA reform may expedite urban housing development in California by exempting projects from extensive environmental studies.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
3 weeks ago
Silicon Valley real estate

Los Gatos files lawsuit to clarify builder's remedy law

Los Gatos seeks judicial clarification on builder's remedy application timelines to streamline housing development and resolve conflicting interpretations.
fromtherealdeal.com
6 days ago
SF real estate

California lawmakers seek end to CEQA's reign

CEQA reform may expedite urban housing development in California by exempting projects from extensive environmental studies.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
3 weeks ago
Silicon Valley real estate

Los Gatos files lawsuit to clarify builder's remedy law

Los Gatos seeks judicial clarification on builder's remedy application timelines to streamline housing development and resolve conflicting interpretations.
more#california-law
#city-council
Renovation
fromwww.berkeleyside.org
6 days ago

Plan to demolish Berkeley's United Artists theater for housing has been approved

The City Council unanimously approved the demolition of the United Artists theater for new apartment construction despite preservationist opposition.
fromtherealdeal.com
1 week ago
NYC real estate

Newport Beach City Council sticks with housing plan over nature center

Newport Beach City Council remains firm on housing development despite community opposition.
Renovation
fromwww.berkeleyside.org
6 days ago

Plan to demolish Berkeley's United Artists theater for housing has been approved

The City Council unanimously approved the demolition of the United Artists theater for new apartment construction despite preservationist opposition.
fromtherealdeal.com
1 week ago
NYC real estate

Newport Beach City Council sticks with housing plan over nature center

Newport Beach City Council remains firm on housing development despite community opposition.
more#city-council
fromwww.harrowtimes.co.uk
6 days ago
London politics

Criminals 'threatened violence' before dumping 650 tonnes of industrial waste

Harrow Council approved plans for 149 new homes at a previously fly-tipped site, addressing significant environmental concerns.
#bromley-council
fromwww.standard.co.uk
1 week ago
Renovation

Crystal Palace dinosaurs to be restored with 22million from affordable homes land sale deal

Bromley Council has secured funding for a park regeneration project, restoring dinosaur sculptures and building new facilities.
fromwww.newsshopper.co.uk
1 month ago
London politics

Beckenham car park set to be transformed into affordable' housing

Bromley Council will develop an affordable housing project with 35 homes at Beckenham Car Park, balancing local heritage and modern designs.
fromwww.standard.co.uk
1 week ago
Renovation

Crystal Palace dinosaurs to be restored with 22million from affordable homes land sale deal

Bromley Council has secured funding for a park regeneration project, restoring dinosaur sculptures and building new facilities.
fromwww.newsshopper.co.uk
1 month ago
London politics

Beckenham car park set to be transformed into affordable' housing

Bromley Council will develop an affordable housing project with 35 homes at Beckenham Car Park, balancing local heritage and modern designs.
more#bromley-council
#london
fromwww.standard.co.uk
1 week ago
London politics

Shoreditch towers plan secures 'support in principle' from City Hall

New residential towers in Shoreditch aim to provide co-living spaces to help address London's housing crisis.
fromwww.enfieldindependent.co.uk
1 week ago
London politics

Mayor gives green light to homes next to hospital

The North Middlesex University Hospital project will create 284 affordable homes, prioritizing energy efficiency and community facilities.
fromwww.standard.co.uk
2 weeks ago
London politics

Sadiq Khan confirms plan for almost 300 affordable homes next to North Middlesex University Hospital

284 new affordable homes to be built at North Middlesex University Hospital, half for social rent and half for shared ownership.
fromwww.standard.co.uk
1 week ago
London politics

Shoreditch towers plan secures 'support in principle' from City Hall

New residential towers in Shoreditch aim to provide co-living spaces to help address London's housing crisis.
fromwww.enfieldindependent.co.uk
1 week ago
London politics

Mayor gives green light to homes next to hospital

The North Middlesex University Hospital project will create 284 affordable homes, prioritizing energy efficiency and community facilities.
fromwww.standard.co.uk
2 weeks ago
London politics

Sadiq Khan confirms plan for almost 300 affordable homes next to North Middlesex University Hospital

284 new affordable homes to be built at North Middlesex University Hospital, half for social rent and half for shared ownership.
more#london
#urban-regeneration
fromwww.romfordrecorder.co.uk
1 week ago
Renovation

Major plan to knock down and rebuild estate with 500 homes and new shops

Havering Council and Wates are revamping the Farnham and Hilldene estate, adding 481 new homes and community spaces while ensuring existing residents can return.
fromwww.enfieldindependent.co.uk
1 month ago
London politics

More than 300 new homes added to estate regeneration despite height fears

Enfield Council approved plans for 322 more homes, raising the total Alma Estate project total to 1,402 homes, including 444 affordable units.
Renovation
fromwww.romfordrecorder.co.uk
1 week ago

Major plan to knock down and rebuild estate with 500 homes and new shops

Havering Council and Wates are revamping the Farnham and Hilldene estate, adding 481 new homes and community spaces while ensuring existing residents can return.
fromwww.enfieldindependent.co.uk
1 month ago
London politics

More than 300 new homes added to estate regeneration despite height fears

Enfield Council approved plans for 322 more homes, raising the total Alma Estate project total to 1,402 homes, including 444 affordable units.
more#urban-regeneration
#community-concerns
London politics
fromwww.newsshopper.co.uk
1 month ago

'There are plans to rip off the roof of our Grove Park homes and build new flats'

Residents of Robins Court strongly oppose the proposed extra floor due to concerns about displacement, structural integrity, and loss of outdoor space.
fromwww.hamhigh.co.uk
1 month ago
London politics

'The council shouldn't build new tower blocks until it can look after the one it has'

Plans to regenerate the Bacton estate include new tall towers, but residents oppose due to concerns over views and management of existing buildings.
fromMiami Herald
1 week ago
Miami food

Developer gets land by MIA in cut-rate deal for housing. 'Giveaway' says ex-Springs mayor

Miami-Dade sold land near Miami Airport to a developer for workforce housing, sparking claims of it being a 'giveaway' deal.
fromABC7 San Francisco
1 month ago
East Bay real estate

Lafayette hillside memorial to remain in new housing development proposal

Lafayette is considering a housing development on land famous for white crosses, aiming to balance new homes with memorial preservation.
fromSan Jose Spotlight
3 weeks ago
SF parents

Housing project next to Los Gatos High raises safety issues - San Jose Spotlight

A proposed housing project near Los Gatos High School aims to enhance student safety amidst concerns about traffic congestion.
fromwww.romfordrecorder.co.uk
1 month ago
Real estate

Housing developer set to buy site next to controversial planned quarry

Essex County Council plans to sell Rainham Lodge Farm to Taylor Wimpey for potential future residential development.
London politics
fromwww.newsshopper.co.uk
1 month ago

'There are plans to rip off the roof of our Grove Park homes and build new flats'

Residents of Robins Court strongly oppose the proposed extra floor due to concerns about displacement, structural integrity, and loss of outdoor space.
London politics
fromwww.hamhigh.co.uk
1 month ago

'The council shouldn't build new tower blocks until it can look after the one it has'

Plans to regenerate the Bacton estate include new tall towers, but residents oppose due to concerns over views and management of existing buildings.
Miami food
fromMiami Herald
1 week ago

Developer gets land by MIA in cut-rate deal for housing. 'Giveaway' says ex-Springs mayor

Miami-Dade sold land near Miami Airport to a developer for workforce housing, sparking claims of it being a 'giveaway' deal.
fromSan Jose Spotlight
3 weeks ago
SF parents

Housing project next to Los Gatos High raises safety issues - San Jose Spotlight

A proposed housing project near Los Gatos High School aims to enhance student safety amidst concerns about traffic congestion.
fromwww.romfordrecorder.co.uk
1 month ago
Real estate

Housing developer set to buy site next to controversial planned quarry

Essex County Council plans to sell Rainham Lodge Farm to Taylor Wimpey for potential future residential development.
more#community-concerns
#urban-development
fromBKReader
3 weeks ago
Brooklyn

Brooklyn Marine Terminal Plan is Not Ready For Approval, Task Force Members Say

Community pushback indicates that the Brooklyn Marine Terminal plan needs substantial revision before approval.
fromeuronews
2 weeks ago
US news

Kim Jong-un makes appearance in Pyongyang alongside his daughter

Kim Jong Un inaugurates a major housing development in Pyongyang with his daughter, symbolizing progress in urban expansion.
fromBKReader
3 weeks ago
Brooklyn

Brooklyn Marine Terminal Plan is Not Ready For Approval, Task Force Members Say

Community pushback indicates that the Brooklyn Marine Terminal plan needs substantial revision before approval.
fromeuronews
2 weeks ago
US news

Kim Jong-un makes appearance in Pyongyang alongside his daughter

Kim Jong Un inaugurates a major housing development in Pyongyang with his daughter, symbolizing progress in urban expansion.
more#urban-development
NYC politics
fromCity & State NY
2 weeks ago

Adolfo Carrion Jr., one of NYC's new deputy mayors, on jumping in the 'deep end of the pool'

Adolfo Carrión Jr. focuses on stability and housing goals as New York City's new deputy mayor amidst significant leadership changes.
fromwww.romfordrecorder.co.uk
3 weeks ago
UK news

Dozens of homes get green light after road safety improvements put forward

Plans for 38 new homes in Shenfield were approved after road safety improvements were addressed.
#local-governance
fromwww.newsshopper.co.uk
3 weeks ago
London politics

Historic Bromley Civic Centre site sold for more than 13 million

Galliard Homes acquires former Bromley Civic Campus for redevelopment, promising new housing and community benefits.
fromwww.newsshopper.co.uk
3 weeks ago
London politics

Historic Bromley Civic Centre site sold for more than 13 million

Galliard Homes acquires former Bromley Civic Campus for redevelopment, promising new housing and community benefits.
more#local-governance
#affordable-housing
Real estate
fromSFGATE
1 month ago

Trump Moves Forward With Plans To Use Federal Land To Build Affordable Housing

Trump administration initiates task force to identify federal land for housing development.
fromtherealdeal.com
1 month ago
LA real estate

Diocese of Orange OK'd to build apartments in La Habra

The Diocese of Orange received approval to build a 21-unit apartment complex amidst community opposition for privacy, traffic, and parking concerns.
fromwww.berkeleyside.org
1 month ago
East Bay real estate

North Berkeley BART housing project won't break ground this year

The North Berkeley BART station housing project has been delayed, with construction now expected to begin in early 2026.
Real estate
fromSFGATE
1 month ago

Trump Moves Forward With Plans To Use Federal Land To Build Affordable Housing

Trump administration initiates task force to identify federal land for housing development.
fromtherealdeal.com
1 month ago
LA real estate

Diocese of Orange OK'd to build apartments in La Habra

The Diocese of Orange received approval to build a 21-unit apartment complex amidst community opposition for privacy, traffic, and parking concerns.
fromwww.berkeleyside.org
1 month ago
East Bay real estate

North Berkeley BART housing project won't break ground this year

The North Berkeley BART station housing project has been delayed, with construction now expected to begin in early 2026.
more#affordable-housing
Mission District
fromSocketSite
3 years ago

Mission District Development Redesigned but Opposition Remains

The redesigned building aims to address neighborhood concerns, but opposition remains due to its height and mass.
Community advocates are calling for additional affordable housing options.
fromIndependent
1 month ago
Fundraising

State agency set up to fund small housing developments accused of 'undercutting' private-sector rivals

HBFI faced criticism for aggressive tactics in securing a Galway housing deal.
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

Charities accuse Starmer of misleading spider claims

Conservation charities criticized Sir Keir Starmer for claiming rare spiders halted housing development, asserting more complexities in the situation.
Renovation
fromwww.romfordrecorder.co.uk
1 month ago

Housing development on former hospital site in Hornchurch shortlisted for award

St George's Park in Hornchurch is a finalist for the Resi Awards, showcasing successful regeneration of a former hospital site.
fromwww.newsshopper.co.uk
1 month ago
London food

Thamesmead's 23m bus transit not expected before 2029

Thamesmead is awaiting a new bus transit scheme, delayed until 2029, to improve transport links and support development.
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