Historic Preservation
Historic Preservation—A Reason to Nix Scooters?
Scooter opponents in Alexandria, Virginia, claim the devices threaten the historic character of the city, but supporters say the argument is nonsense.
Preservation and Redevelopment Can Work Hand in Hand
While historic preservation is often perceived to be a hinderance to development efforts, preserving buildings actually helps economic development, say advocates.
A Good Read for Planners and Peers: Why Old Places Matter
A recent book brings a common sense framework to historic preservation debates.
Historic Preservation And High Rents
Although individual old buildings may be less expensive than newer ones nearby, historic preservation may make both old and new buildings more expensive.
Atlanta’s Planning Commissioner Won’t Tolerate Bad Design Any Longer
Tim Keane says quality design isn’t negotiable and developers need to aim higher.
The Pace of Chicago Demolitions Worries Preservationists
In neighborhoods with lots of new development, buildings cited in the Chicago Historic Resources Survey are coming down fast.
How Mobile Homes Fill a 'Critical Gap' in Affordable Housing
Cities across America have a housing crisis on their hands—should they be talking more about trailer parks?
Could Savannah Lose Historic District Designation?
The National Park Service (NPS) recently commissioned a study to assess the integrity and condition of the Savannah National Historic Landmark District. That report recommends the district be categorized as “threatened.”
Historic Preservation vs. the Housing Crisis
How can cities balance the benefits of historic preservation with the need for new housing?
Blight Is a Bad Word
What makes one building worth saving and another worth destroying? Strong Towns' Rachel Quednau explores the line between destruction and preservation.
The PlanIt Podcast Explains Historic Preservation
More and more communities are including historic preservation in plan efforts. But what is Historic Preservation and what does planning for it mean? In this episode, John Smoley explains.
Millennials Prefer Revitalized Historic Areas, Not Malls
Are millennials the key to preservation? A new survey finds that millennials prefer to live, work and play in neighborhoods with historic buildings.
Mapping Austin's Residential Demolitions
Demolitions in residential neighborhoods have increased quickly in Austin, as property owners upgrade their homes to contemporary layouts. Community Impact newspaper investigates the trend.
Gentrification: A Perspective From a Long Time Resident
As Jacksonville's long forgotten Brooklyn neighborhood undergoes massive redevelopment, a long time resident talks about his perspective of the gentrification occurring around him.
Historic Block in Downtown St. Petersburg May Not Survive
Failing to receive protection from the St. Petersburg, Florida city council, a historic downtown block faces an uncertain future.
98 Buildings from the 20th Century Added to Chinese Heritage List
The Chinese Society of Cultural Relics and the Architectural Society of China added 98 buildings to the 20th-Century Chinese Architectural Heritage List.
The 11 Most Endangered Places in the U.S.
These historic sites—be they buildings, districts, or natural landscapes—are closer to destruction than any others in the United States.
Friday Eye Candy: The Restored Gardens of Emily Dickinson
Fans of poetry and gardens will appreciate the effort to restore the historic home of Emily Dickinson—along with her cherished garden.
It's Time to Stop Blaming Historic Preservation For Affordable Housing Woes
In a rebuttal to criticisms leveled at historic preservation districts, Stephanie Meeks of the National Trust for Historic Preservation argues that historic preservation has value and can aid in creating affordable housing.
Palo Alto to Protect Single-Story, Eichler-Tract Neighborhood
The Palo Alto city council has approved one neighborhood's request to prevent the construction of two-story homes.
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