Homelessness is a housing problem.

When housing production goes ⬇️
The price of housing goes ⬆️
and homelessness goes ⬆️

Want to reduce homelessness? Allow more housing construction.
It's that simple.

#urbanplanning #realestate #homeless #publicpolicy

Trees can actually absorb and deflect sound waves, making them a natural noise barrier for cities and neighborhoods. 🌳 #RandomFact #Nature #Soundproofing #UrbanPlanning #Trees

Planning commission recommends Creamery at Cedar GDP to council, flags parking and floodplain concerns The commission voted to forward a general development plan for the Creamery at Cedar — a proposed three-story, mixed-use taproom, event center and short-term rentals — to city council with staff conditions; commissioners and residents raised parking and flooding concerns and staff said parking agreements must be recorded in the SIP.

River Falls is one step closer to a vibrant new mixed-use development along the river, but concerns over parking and flooding loom large as the city council prepares to weigh in.

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Wheeling, West Virginia 2025 #abandoned #architecture #urbex #downtown #appalachia #appalachian #westvirginia #urbanplanning #oldbuildings #streetphotography #photography

Escondido council delays decision on revoking developer's $560,000 traffic-signal obligation Staff proposed revoking a $560,000 required contribution from a developer and replacing it with a $50,000 payment plus assignment of approved engineering plans; council voted to continue the item and requested a cost-comparison analysis and updated estimates before acting.

Escondido City Council is weighing a major revision to a developer's $560,000 traffic signal obligation, potentially costing taxpayers more if the deal falls through!

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#EscondidoSanDiegoCounty #CA #TrafficSafety #CitizenPortal #UrbanPlanning #EscondidoDevelopment

Granbury adopts ordinance adding standards for data centers and power generation after wide public concern After a lengthy public hearing in which residents warned about noise, air and water impacts, Granbury city officials adopted Ordinance No. 26‑14 to add definitions and supplemental standards for data centers and power generation; staff said the change is a proactive, amendable framework rather than approval of any specific project.

Granbury's City Council just adopted a new ordinance aimed at regulating data centers and power generation, but residents are demanding stricter environmental protections and clearer enforcement measures!

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#GranburyHoodCounty #TX #GranburyDataCenters #CitizenPortal #UrbanPlanning

Committee holds Toll Brothers rezoning on West Georgia Road for two weeks pending DOT traffic details Toll Brothers offered to cap density at 46 homes for a proposed West Georgia Road subdivision; the Planning & Development Committee voted to hold the rezoning (CZ2026-007) and asked for the developers traffic impact analysis and DOT concurrence before reconvening at a special meeting in two weeks.

The Greenville County Planning & Development Committee has put the brakes on Toll Brothers' rezoning plan for West Georgia Road, demanding further traffic safety analysis before moving forward.

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#GreenvilleCounty #SC #CitizenPortal #CommunityDevelopment #UrbanPlanning

Gyaros Island of Exile - Museum walkthrough - Bay 1, bottom of penitentiary camp nr.1, bottom left a hyhiene station - ICRC V-P-HIST-E-086127 08.1950

Gyaros Island of Exile

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#culture #heritage #civilwar #museum #walkthrough #screenplay #photography #script #narrative #research #archeology #architecture #landscapedesign #urbanplanning #UNESCO #WWF#MPA #KBA

More housing. More neighbors. A better future for all 🏘️

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👉 Read more at citybuildernc.org

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Sullivan County delays vote on proposed data‑center zoning after commissioners seek more review The Sullivan County Commission deferred a vote on a zoning text amendment that would create a new EMD‑3 district for large data centers. Staff described buffer and setback standards; commissioners cited the need for more briefing and will consider a moratorium extension before taking final action.

Sullivan County commissioners have postponed a crucial vote on new zoning regulations for massive data centers, citing the need for more thorough review and legal input.

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#SullivanCounty #TN #CitizenPortal #UrbanPlanning #CivicEngagement #ZoningRegulations

South Kingstown discusses mandatory form‑based code to reshape Old Tower Hill Road Consultants presented a proposed form‑based zoning code for Old Tower Hill Road that would substantially expand buildable area on commercial parcels, add upper‑floor housing and prioritize storefronts and pedestrian streets. Council and public debate centered on whether the code should be mandatory or optional, grandfathering for existing businesses, parking and traffic, and financial impacts.

A proposed form-based code for Old Tower Hill Road could revolutionize the area, transforming it into a vibrant, walkable community while boosting local investment and tax revenue.

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#RI #ZoningReform #CitizenPortal #UrbanPlanning #MixedUseDevelopment #RhodeIslandCommunity

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The protest last night had a great turnout and got amazing press. Quite illustrative that someone was hit by a car at the protest, fortunately that person was physically fine […]

City manager warns of $2–3 million TOT shortfall, outlines options for AES site and park priorities City Manager Mike Wazanski told the Redondo Beach Public Amenities Commission that lower hotel occupancy and a site-specific tax pledge have left the city about $2–3 million short in transient occupancy tax (TOT) revenue for FY 2026–27, and described licensing, acquisition and rezoning constraints for the decommissioned AES power plant and transmission corridor.

Redondo Beach faces a $2–3 million shortfall in tourism tax revenue, prompting city leaders to explore creative funding solutions for parks and the complex future of the AES site.

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#RedondoBeachCityLosAngelesCounty #CA #RedondoBeachParks #CitizenPortal #UrbanPlanning

Leveraging the Transfer of Development Rights for housing retrofit financing: International insights and the opportunity for Spain The transition to carbon neutrality by 2050 requires energy retrofits of existing residential stock, yet Spain's retrofit rate remains at 0.1% annuall…

Can Transfer of Development Rights finance housing retrofits?
In this paper we explore adapting an urban planning instrument used worldwide to help overcome the high upfront costs keeping retrofit rates critically low in Spain (and Europe).

#housingpolicy #urbanplanning #urbaneconomics

Paris removed cars, added bikes… and transformed the city 🚲 Cleaner air, quieter streets, thriving cafés.

Could the UK do the same — or are we too attached to our cars?

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#UrbanPlanning #Sustainability #TransportPolicy #Leadership

NCPC backs concept for underground White House screening facility, urges holistic perimeter plan NCPC approved staff comments on concept plans for a new White House visitor screening facility — roughly 33,000 sq ft below grade with a 4,000 sq ft ground facility — and urged a coordinated, multi‑agency security and beautification plan to replace temporary fencing and racks in President's Park.

A groundbreaking underground visitor screening facility for the White House is on the horizon, promising enhanced security while beautifying President's Park!

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#US #CivicAccountability #CitizenPortal #UrbanPlanning #PublicSafety #WashingtonDCParkSecurity

April 2026: tiny lil actions to make Chicago a tiny lil bit better Regional trains, Idaho stops, and so many Earth Day cleanups

tiny lil actions is a Chicago-focused urbanist newsletter with tiny actions you can take to get involved with making the city a better place. We love it and think there should be one of these for every city! If you have one for your city please share it with us!

#urbanism #urbanplanning #housing

📰 Should LA mass demolish this entire industrial area?

💬 L.A.'s demolish-or-develop debate sparks heated opinions—pro affordable living, con gentrification. 🏙️⚖️ #UrbanPlanning

https://www.reddit.com/r/LosAngeles/comments/1si7cld

Gyaros Island of Exile - Museum walkthrough - Bottom part of the penitentiary camp nr.1, at the bottom of the photo a special kitchen tent - ICRC V-P-HIST-E-086126 08.1950

Gyaros Island of Exile

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#Greece

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#culture #heritage #civilwar #museum #walkthrough #screenplay #photography #script #narrative #research #archeology #architecture #landscaplanning #urbanplanning #UNESCO #MPA #KBA

Interested in maps as a tool for advocacy and storytelling in the St. Louis region? Join tge next STL Mappers meetings! No technical experience required—just a passion for St. Louis and a belief in better urban futures. Next meeting: April 23, 6:00-7:00 at T-Rex (911 Washington Ave, 5th floor)

Empty homes in the UK: Systemic drivers, impacts, and opportunities to reconcile social and ecological targets. at King’s College London on FindAPhD.com | Anna Pagani | 20 comments [NEW OPEN POSITION] ❓ “How many homes do you think lie empty in England? Hundreds? Thousands? Hundreds of thousands?” Most students answer somewhere in that range. 🏡 Current estimates indicate...

King’s College London is hiring a fully funded PhD position to investigate England’s 1-1.5 million empty homes, focusing on housing justice, system dynamics modeling, and degrowth.

#urbanism #urbanplanning #degrowth #housingjustice #postgrowth

Commission initiates text amendment to permit vehicular service/sales in EDC designation after staff review The commission voted unanimously to initiate a privately proposed text amendment to allow vehicular‑based commercial uses (repair/maintenance and attendant pickup/sales) within the Economic Development Center future land‑use designation; the applicant cited a Rivian service/pickup need and staff will prepare a full policy and public‑facilities analysis.

Palm Beach County's Planning Commission just took a bold step towards future innovation by approving a text amendment that could pave the way for electric vehicle services in the Economic Development Center!

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#PalmBeachCounty #FL #CitizenPortal #ElectricVehicles #UrbanPlanning

Announcing our $4.3M Seed Round | Mason AI We've raised $4.3 million in an oversubscribed seed round led by the Urban Innovation Fund.

Mason AI, a tech company focused on accelerating urban development through AI-powered code-compliant blueprints, announced it raised $4.3 million and is hiring for founding engineers, a founding GTM lead, and a principal plan reviewer.

#urbanism #urbanplanning #proptech #contech

Aldermen approve first reading of large Waldron Road rezoning after talks on trees, traffic calming On April 7 the Board of Mayor and Aldermen approved first reading of Ordinance 2026-07 to rezone about 101 acres near Waldron and Blair roads to a higher-density planned residential district. Alderman Hobbs urged preserving a mature tree line and added traffic-calming measures; the city attorney said non-material amendments may be made before second reading.

The Board of Mayor and Aldermen is taking a big step towards higher-density residential zoning near Waldron Road, but will they prioritize tree preservation and traffic safety?

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#TN #TennesseeResidents #TrafficSafety #CitizenPortal #UrbanPlanning #EnvironmentalProtection

Friday Trivia:
Which city has more protected views?
(# of view cones impacting building heights)
Vancouver or Montreal?

Drop your answer in the comments

#urbanplanning #cityplanning #housing #missingmiddle #urbandesign

Los Angeles County Regional Park and Open Space District is investing $78M into parks and open space. These projects drive property values, tenant demand, and signal future growth—especially in underserved LA neighborhoods.

#LosAngelesCRE #UrbanPlanning #CommercialRealEstate

Paris transformed its streets by prioritizing people over cars. 🚲

More bike lanes, fewer cars, greener spaces — & a healthier city.

What could #Toronto learn?

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#UrbanPlanning #Climate

Neighbors warn flood and fire risks as Little Rock planning commission approves 23‑lot 'Cottages at Carter Lane' preliminary plat Little Rock Planning Commission approved a 23‑lot preliminary plat at 4209 Carter Lane despite resident objections that the subdivision will worsen flooding and rely on disputed secondary fire access. The applicant said on‑site detention complies with city stormwater requirements and the fire marshal will determine sprinkler or access conditions.

Little Rock's Planning Commission greenlights a controversial 23-lot subdivision, igniting fears of flooding and fire risks among local residents.

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#LittleRockCityPulaskiCounty #AR #CitizenPortal #UrbanPlanning #FloodMitigation #CommunitySafety #LittleRockNeighborhoods

Aventura commission authorizes negotiations for school site, approves zoning, tax and budget measures On April 7, 2026 the Aventura City Commission voted unanimously to allow the city manager to negotiate purchase of a 0.84‑acre Gulfstream Park parcel (not to exceed $6,000,000) for a future charter high school and approved several ordinances, a mid‑year budget amendment and a 5% business tax increase.

Aventura's City Commission just took a bold step towards a brighter future by approving negotiations for a new charter high school that could ease the waitlist for 1,000 students!

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#AventuraCounty #FL #CitizenPortal #LocalGovernance #UrbanPlanning #PublicEducation

Aerial view of circular modern buildings with solar panels, promoting submissions for Circularity in Built Environments.

Calling all researchers in the built environment! CBE welcomes papers exploring circular design, technology, and materials for sustainable cities and buildings.

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#CircularEconomy #BuiltEnvironment #SustainableBuildings #UrbanPlanning