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London politics
fromwww.harrowtimes.co.uk
2 months ago

Hindu temple plan for scout hut site sparks feud with Greek Orthodox church

Demolition of a scout hut for a new Hindu temple faces significant local opposition, particularly from a nearby Orthodox church concerned about noise and congestion.
fromSFGATE
1 month ago
Silicon Valley real estate

Neighbors' complaints over parking hinder coastal California motel

London politics
fromwww.harrowtimes.co.uk
2 months ago

Hindu temple plan for scout hut site sparks feud with Greek Orthodox church

Demolition of a scout hut for a new Hindu temple faces significant local opposition, particularly from a nearby Orthodox church concerned about noise and congestion.
fromSFGATE
1 month ago
Silicon Valley real estate

Neighbors' complaints over parking hinder coastal California motel

NYC politics
fromqns.com
2 days ago

Ramos disappointed by Senate vote but stands on principle' in opposing Metropolitan Park casino parkland bill QNS

Sen. Jessica Ramos opposed legislation for the Metropolitan Park casino project due to community concerns and a commitment to principles.
#urban-planning
NYC politics
fromCity Limits
4 days ago

Opinion: Lenox Hill Hospital Expansion is About Profits, Not Care

The community opposes the construction of a 436-foot medical tower in Lenox Hill due to concerns over livability and excessive zoning changes.
fromwww.berkeleyside.org
1 week ago

BUSD avoids mass layoffs, but tough budget decisions ahead

More than 370 district employees were notified in March of possible layoffs, with strong community opposition leading to the rescinding of 166 out of 204 layoff notices.
SF parents
#wynn-resorts
NYC politics
fromNew York Post
1 week ago

Hudson Yards casino plan dropped after backlash to complex near NYC High Line

Wynn Resorts withdrew their $12 billion casino proposal in Hudson Yards due to strong community opposition.
fromwww.amny.com
1 week ago
NYC real estate

Hudson Yards development pulls out of casino bid; company aims to move forward with residential plans | amNewYork

NYC politics
fromNew York Post
1 week ago

Hudson Yards casino plan dropped after backlash to complex near NYC High Line

Wynn Resorts withdrew their $12 billion casino proposal in Hudson Yards due to strong community opposition.
fromwww.amny.com
1 week ago
NYC real estate

Hudson Yards development pulls out of casino bid; company aims to move forward with residential plans | amNewYork

#local-business
East Bay (California)
fromwww.berkeleyside.org
3 weeks ago

Some Berkeley Hills homeowners push back against mandate to clear plants around their homes

Berkeley is proposing a vegetation removal mandate around homes to reduce fire risks, facing pushback from residents concerned about green space loss.
#urban-development
SF politics
fromSan Jose Spotlight
3 months ago

San Jose touts digital billboards as revenue boost - San Jose Spotlight

San Jose may install digital billboards for 20 years, generating substantial revenue despite community opposition over visual impact.
SF politics
fromSan Jose Spotlight
3 months ago

San Jose touts digital billboards as revenue boost - San Jose Spotlight

San Jose may install digital billboards for 20 years, generating substantial revenue despite community opposition over visual impact.
NYC politics
fromwww.amny.com
3 weeks ago

Brooklyn residents step up war against homeless shelter plans with latest protest | amNewYork

Brooklyn residents are protesting against a proposed homeless shelter, feeling misled by the city's change from affordable housing to shelter.
The protest highlights local opposition to city plans and broader concerns about homelessness management.
#housing-development
SF politics
fromsfist.com
3 months ago

Residents Sign Petition, Push Back on 22-Story Highrise In Outer Sunset

Proposed 446-unit condo project faces opposition from residents fearing loss of suburban character.
SF politics
fromsfist.com
3 months ago

Residents Sign Petition, Push Back on 22-Story Highrise In Outer Sunset

Proposed 446-unit condo project faces opposition from residents fearing loss of suburban character.
fromPortland Mercury
1 month ago

City Council to Overturn Hearings Officer's Approval of PGE Forest Park Plan

Both organizations say the hearings officer ignored key criteria in the Forest Park Natural Resources Management Plan that is intended to guide oversight of the park.
Portland food
#renewable-energy
#homelessness
#ballys-casino
NYC politics
fromBronx Times
3 months ago

Bronx residents voice concerns over Bally's casino project at public hearing - Bronx Times

Residents in Throggs Neck oppose Bally's casino plan due to concerns over crime, traffic, and parkland loss.
NYC politics
fromwww.amny.com
2 months ago

Bronx Community Board rejects Bally's casino project | amNewYork

Bronx Community Board 10 rejects Bally's casino proposal at Ferry Point Park due to strong community opposition.
NYC politics
fromCardplayer
2 months ago

Bronx Community Board Rejects Rezoning For Bally's Casino Project

The Bronx Community Board 10 voted against rezoning for Bally's proposed casino resort, reflecting significant local opposition and ongoing community concerns.
NYC politics
fromBronx Times
3 months ago

Bronx residents voice concerns over Bally's casino project at public hearing - Bronx Times

Residents in Throggs Neck oppose Bally's casino plan due to concerns over crime, traffic, and parkland loss.
NYC politics
fromwww.amny.com
2 months ago

Bronx Community Board rejects Bally's casino project | amNewYork

Bronx Community Board 10 rejects Bally's casino proposal at Ferry Point Park due to strong community opposition.
NYC politics
fromCardplayer
2 months ago

Bronx Community Board Rejects Rezoning For Bally's Casino Project

The Bronx Community Board 10 voted against rezoning for Bally's proposed casino resort, reflecting significant local opposition and ongoing community concerns.
#upper-east-side
fromNew York Post
5 months ago
Miscellaneous

NYC closing street to give posh UES prep school own private playground: DOT 'hurts tax-paying citizens'

fromNew York Post
5 months ago
Miscellaneous

NYC closing street to give posh UES prep school own private playground: DOT 'hurts tax-paying citizens'

fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Track and feud: Queensland to announce third 2032 Olympic stadium plan in four years. Will this one stick?

The climate's changed, the building environment has changed, [and] goodness knows how we're going for resources.
London politics
#local-government
#city-council
fromQNS
6 months ago
NYC politics

City of yes for housing faces fierce pushback in Queens ahead of vote - QNS

NYC real estate
fromBrownstoner
2 months ago

Plan to Bring High-Rise Units to Empire Boulevard Clears CPC

Crown Heights' controversial mixed-use development gets City Planning Commission support despite local opposition and concerns over community benefits.
fromQNS
6 months ago
NYC politics

City of yes for housing faces fierce pushback in Queens ahead of vote - QNS

#local-news
NYC real estate
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

Exclusive | ALL THE RAGE Neighbors making racket over Ronnie Fieg's rooftop 'padel ball' plans

West Village residents oppose a proposed rooftop bar and padel courts, fearing noise and disturbances in their quiet neighborhood.
San Francisco
fromMission Local
2 months ago

San Francisco's first 'permeable pavement' street tanked by speed bumps

San Francisco abandoned plans for its first fully permeable paved street due to neighborhood opposition and prioritization of speed bumps.
The city will search for other locations to implement permeable pavement.
NYC politics
fromNew York Post
3 months ago

Massive new migrant men's shelter opens in this NYC nabe - and locals are fuming: 'My worst fear'

A 2,200-bed migrant men's shelter in the Bronx has sparked significant opposition from local residents and officials.
London politics
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 months ago

In Britain, a Fight Over a Film Studio Becomes a Test for the Economy

Residents of Marlow oppose a proposed $950 million film and TV studio complex, fearing loss of the town's charm and questioning economic promises.
SF politics
fromABC7 San Francisco
3 months ago

Napa residents rally against controversial 'glamping' plan, citing numerous concerns

Residents in Napa strongly oppose a proposed luxury campground due to environmental and safety concerns.
Boston real estate
fromBoston.com
3 months ago

State backs controversial 'Weston Whopper' housing development

The Massachusetts Housing Appeals Committee has overridden local zoning decisions, allowing a significant affordable housing project despite community opposition.
fromNew York Post
4 months ago

Hooray! The 'close Rikers' deadline slipped again - time to admit it'll never happen

With the latest contract extending the completion date for the Chinatown jail to 2032, it’s increasingly clear that the timeline for closing Rikers is unrealistic.
Miscellaneous
#parking-policy
fromLos Angeles Times
4 months ago

EPA plans to truck Eaton fire debris to a San Gabriel Valley park. Four cities lodge protest

We are extremely disappointed with the lack of respect to our local residents for not being notified of the EPA's cleanup efforts and having toxic materials transported to our backyards.
Los Angeles
fromwww.harrowtimes.co.uk
4 months ago

Hundreds oppose Aldi on former gas works site

The proposed development of an Aldi store in Stanmore has ignited community opposition, with over 460 residents signing a petition against the plans.
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fromFast Company
5 months ago

Why Boston's plan to renovate White Stadium is controversial

High school teams lose access to historic White Stadium due to renovation for a new professional women's soccer facility.
fromwww.hamhigh.co.uk
6 months ago

Penthouses plan for 1930s Art Deco block of flats withdrawn

"The ludicrous plans to build another floor on top of a 1930s Art Deco block of flats have been and gone, with Camden Council confirming the application's withdrawal."
Miscellaneous
fromFast Company
6 months ago

Why this tiny English village doesn't want a data center next door

"It's just hideously inappropriate," said Stewart Lewis, 70, who lives in one of the converted houses in the 600-year-old Tithe Barn. "I think any reasonable person anywhere would say, 'Hang on, they want a data center? This isn't the place for it.'"
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