This is the third in a series ofpublications by the Urban Land Institute designed to address myths regarding growth and land development.
Thefirst myth and fact publication addressed transportation issues; the secondpublication addressed myths surrounding smart growth. This publication isunderwritten by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development aspart of a larger partnership designed to encourage the development of housingin our cities. ULI and HUD have worked with cities around the country to identifykey challenges associated with the development of urban infill housing as wellas strategies and recommendations to overcome those challenges.Over the past several years, cities have worked hard to reestablish themselvesas places where people want to live, work, and play. Increased investment and afocus on urban revitalization are paying off as interest in downtown living rises.Developers, including many who historically have developed in the suburbs, haveresponded by rehabilitating or converting older buildings, constructing newmixed-use projects, and developing new infill projects in existing neighborhoods.However, infill development presents a unique set of challenges and involvesissues that vary according to the circumstances of the individual project.
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FULL STORY: Urban Infill Housing: Myth & Fact
The Right to Mobility
As we consider how to decarbonize transportation, preserving mobility, especially for lower- and middle-income people, must be a priority.
Early Sharrow Booster: ‘I Was Wrong’
The lane marking was meant to raise awareness and instill shared respect among drivers and cyclists. But their inefficiency has led supporters to denounce sharrows, pushing instead for more robust bike infrastructure that truly protects riders.
Push and Pull: The Link Between Walkability and Affordability
The increased demand for walkable urban spaces could make them more and more exclusionary if cities don’t pursue policies to limit displacement and boost affordability.
L.A. County Towns Clash Over Homelessness Policies
Local governments often come to different conclusions about how to address homelessness within their respective borders, but varying approaches only exacerbate the problem.
A Mixed-Use Vision for Houston Landfill Site
A local nonprofit is urging the city to consider adding mixed-use development to the site, which city officials plan to turn into a stormwater detention facility.
Milwaukee County Makes Substantial Progress on Homelessness
In 2022, the county’s point-in-time count of unhoused people reflected just 18 individuals, the lowest in the country.
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