The Daily Source of Urban Planning News

Philadelphia regional commuters will get some fancy new trains to ride.

July 12 - The Philadelphia Inquirer

The Diamond will be the third tallest building in London when it's complete. The two taller buildings aren't built yet either.

July 12 - The Guardian

A California taxpayers association has challenged the June passage of a regional ballot measure because it didn't receive two-thirds support from voters, although two prior voter-approved bridge toll increases also fell short of a super-majority.

July 12 - The Mercury News

A grassroots plan seeks to cultivate a sustainable, affordable center of Black culture in the neighborhood of Albina.

July 12 - Curbed

That's not all folks….The studio says they'll pay for the project too.

July 12 - Los Angeles Times

The picturesque neighborhood of Adams Morgan is becoming whiter and more affluent, but it also hasn't developed much new housing.

July 12 - Greater Greater Washington

A new network of buses, designed with the bus priority features, has been proposed in Miami. The catch: it would come at the expense of a promised rail extension program.

July 12 - Miami Herald

Areas of the city historically overburdened with air pollution and brownfield sites will be targeted with local food programs and policies to create and bolster green spaces.

July 11 - Sustainable City Networks

A plan to remove four dams on the Klamath River took a crucial step forward at the end of June. Planners hope the dam removals will improve water quality, revive fisheries, create local jobs, and boost tourism and recreation.

July 11 - Del Norte Triplicate

Not everyone thinks the governor’s expensive plan to improve access to the beleaguered airport will actually improve access.

July 11 - The New York Times

CPUC Commissioner Carla Peterman explains the state's investment plan for building out electric vehicle charging stations in public spaces and homes.

July 11 - The Planning Report

Plans for a sizable eco-friendly development on the site of St. Paul's Twin Cities Assembly Plant have drawn support from many, including the city's young mayor. But density opponents remain unconvinced.

July 11 - CityLab

The fast-rising scooter companies recently hauled in big investment dollars. Lime's investment comes by way of Uber.

July 11 - CNN Tech

The news that Greyhound will end service in most of Western Canada is a blow to mobility in rural communities.

July 11 - Globe and Mail

An effort is underway to reintroduce a natural habitats along a stretch of postindustrial Chicago River canal-scape. Floating garden modules are being used to attract species back to the area.

July 11 - The Chicago Tribune

A city known for relatively low rents is gaining an influx of market rate and luxury rental units.

July 11 - Montreal Gazette

Zoning Handbooks are designed to help New Yorkers understand the city's zoning code.

July 11 - Curbed NY

Exurbs may be growing faster, but, when surveyed, Millennials report greater happiness in cities.

July 10 - CityLab

A Habitat for Humanity Project in Silicon Valley is stymied by an effective, CEQA-wielding attorney who doesn't want his home office views obstructed and more traffic in his neighborhood.

July 10 - CALmatters

Quarters can be cramped for growing families in Philadelphia's many two-story rowhouses. Rather than decamp to the suburbs, more and more homeowners are simply adding a third story, known as an "overbuild."

July 10 - Philadelphia Inquirer - Philly.com