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Nebraska Considers State Zoning to Increase Housing Density
The bills would require cities to adopt zoning regulations to allow duplexes and ADUs.
A Long-Lost Federal Speed Limit Rule Would Save Thousands of Lives
After the federal government set maximum highway speed limits at 55 miles per hour, states spent decades undermining the rule.
Revitalizing Suburban Office Space
Suburban office buildings are also losing tenants, but face some unique challenges compared to their urban counterparts.
Austin Freeway Expansion Fight Continues
Opponents of the project have filed another lawsuit in hopes of halting the widening of Interstate 35.
Walkability Report Ranks NYC #1; Others May Surprise You
More surprising entries on the list include Houston and Los Angeles.
How Hot Will 2024 Get?
Experts predict summer temperatures could surpass 2023’s record heat waves, prompting cities to plan mitigation measures.
Report: Just 7 Percent of Homes for Sale Affordable to Black Households
The affordability crisis continues to impact American households across the board, with 16 percent of listings affordable to the average household.
Judge Halts Permits for Beverly Hills Home Renovations Over Lack of Affordable Housing
The city is two years late in developing a housing plan that is compliant with state laws.
Minnesota Awards Active Transportation Grants
The grants are aimed at helping cities create action plans for improving their bike and pedestrian networks.
Chicago Rail Will Allow Bikes on All Trains
Metra will make its Covid-era bike policy permanent and install bike racks to accommodate more bikes on train cars.
How To Limit Urban Noise
Environmental noise can pose serious health risks ranging from sleep disruptions to higher blood pressure.
Church Housing Movement Takes Hold in Virginia
A Richmond-based congregation plans to build over 200 units on its property, and a proposed state law could lead to more projects like it.
Boston Cap Park Closer to Reality
The proposed Dorchester Greenway would create a new linear park above part of the Red Line subway.
California Housing Advocates Closely Watching Bay Area Rezoning Deadline
California’s reaction to cities that fail to submit compliant zoning plans could reverberate across the state as other regions near their deadlines.
Climate Change Concerns Rising Among Americans
More Americans than ever agree climate change is happening—but fewer agree on what to do about it.
Phoenix Light Rail Extension Opens Two Years Early
Valley Metro’s Northwest light rail extension brings the Phoenix light rail system to a total of 30 miles.
Study: How a ‘Housing First’ Approach Impacts Healthcare Access
An analysis from Denver shows that unhoused people receiving services based on a Housing First approach were more likely to access psychiatric care and had fewer emergency medical visits.
I Want to Ride My Bicycle: Exploring the Career of the Legendary Dan Burden
Dan Burden joins The Planning Commission Podcast for a look back on his career, his accomplishments, and what's next for The Johnny Appleseed of Walkability.
Minnesota Legislator Proposes Parking Reform Bill
The bill would build on nationwide momentum to eliminate minimum parking requirements.
Chicago Rat Hole Becomes Viral Urban Sensation
The rodent-shaped sidewalk imprint has captured hearts and imaginations on social media but has proven a headache for neighbors.
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