Austin

Density is Victim of the Economy

In Austin, TX, a planned transit-oriented development went bust. The new developer is taking the density down from 1,200 homes to "plus or minus 700."

July 9, 2009 - Austin American-Statesman

Texans for Transit

Officials in North Texas showed significant support yesterday for legislation to raise money for billions of dollars in road and rail improvements.

March 20, 2009 - The Star-Telegram

Solar-Powered Parking Meter Considered

Austin joins cities across the U.S. and elsewhere in shifting away from individually-metered spaces and towards pay stations in an effort to increase revenue and efficiencies.

March 5, 2009 - Austin American-Statesman

Bike Racks as Public Art Gaining Popularity

Quirky, artistic bike racks are cropping up in cities around the country--a trend that benefits more than just cyclists.

November 5, 2008 - USA Today

Best Ideas of the Week

Another week has passed, and some more exciting and interesting ideas have taken root in the world of urban planning.

April 4, 2008 - Nate Berg

Creating the 'Live Music Capital'

A 15-member "live music task force" will begin work to try to encourage the growth of a musical economy in Austin, Texas.

March 26, 2008 - KXAN

Nearly $100 Million Expected From Music Conference and Festival

Austin's South by Southwest music conference and festival is expected to bring nearly $100 million to the city -- more than double last year's amount.

March 2, 2008 - Austin American Statesman

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