Austin American Statesman
Austin Still Needs Permission From Texas to Lower its Speed Limits
A decision by the city of Austin to support lower speed limits on some city streets will remain a symbolic gesture until the state allows local governments to establish their own speed limits.
Without Community Gardens, 'Livable City' is a Misnomer
This commentary from the Austin American Statesman argues that the city's aim to become the country's most livable city is undercut by its low number of community gardens.
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.
Austin Mayor Wants City Passenger Rail System
The mayor of Austin, Texas, wants his city to consider funding a passenger rail system to traverse the city -- a more extensive system than the commuter rail line currently being built in the Austin area.
Proposed Legislation Helps Manage Expected Growth Around Austin
Special districts would allow cities and counties in Central Texas to impose development rules and collect sales and property taxes to pay for roads, streets and utility improvements without requiring immediate provision of city services.
State Legislator Trying To Overturn Austin 'McMansion' Ordinance
A State legislature is proposing a bill that would essentially gut Austin's recently passed 'McMansion' ordinance.
Toll Brothers Expands Into Infill Development
Developer and national homebuilder Robert Toll of Toll Brothers discusses his company's decision to expand its homebuilding from the suburbs into high density urban development.
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