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Design
fromArchDaily
1 day ago

Elevated Infrastructure and Public Space: Reclaiming the Ground Below

Elevation creates secondary spaces beneath infrastructure that are often underutilized and informally occupied.
Brooklyn
fromStreetsblog New York City
17 hours ago

Mamdani Embraces 20-Year-Old Plan to Create A Car-Free Link Between Prospect Park And Grand Army Plaza - Streetsblog New York City

Grand Army Plaza will undergo a redesign to enhance pedestrian safety and connectivity to Prospect Park.
Design
fromArchDaily
1 day ago

Elevated Infrastructure and Public Space: Reclaiming the Ground Below

Elevation creates secondary spaces beneath infrastructure that are often underutilized and informally occupied.
Brooklyn
fromStreetsblog New York City
17 hours ago

Mamdani Embraces 20-Year-Old Plan to Create A Car-Free Link Between Prospect Park And Grand Army Plaza - Streetsblog New York City

Grand Army Plaza will undergo a redesign to enhance pedestrian safety and connectivity to Prospect Park.
#palo-alto
LA real estate
fromPadailypost
9 hours ago

Council OKs seven-story building over traffic concerns

Palo Alto City Council approved a seven-story, 321-unit apartment building despite community concerns about traffic and safety.
LA real estate
fromPadailypost
9 hours ago

Council OKs seven-story building over traffic concerns

Palo Alto City Council approved a seven-story, 321-unit apartment building despite community concerns about traffic and safety.
#transportation
SF politics
fromStreetsblog USA
13 hours ago

"Why Do We Do This Bill?": Preparing Congressional Staff for Surface Transportation Reauthorization - Streetsblog USA

Federal surface transportation reauthorization lacks institutional knowledge, leading to skepticism about its effectiveness and the need for reevaluation.
Brooklyn
fromGothamist
1 day ago

Mamdani plans to ban cars on part of Grand Army Plaza, connect arch to Prospect Park

Cars will be banned from the southern edge of Grand Army Plaza to enhance pedestrian access to Prospect Park.
SF politics
fromStreetsblog USA
13 hours ago

"Why Do We Do This Bill?": Preparing Congressional Staff for Surface Transportation Reauthorization - Streetsblog USA

Federal surface transportation reauthorization lacks institutional knowledge, leading to skepticism about its effectiveness and the need for reevaluation.
Brooklyn
fromGothamist
1 day ago

Mamdani plans to ban cars on part of Grand Army Plaza, connect arch to Prospect Park

Cars will be banned from the southern edge of Grand Army Plaza to enhance pedestrian access to Prospect Park.
#brooklyn
NYC politics
fromStreetsblog Empire State
13 hours ago

ANALYSIS: MTA Example Case For Hochul's Insurance Plan Does Not Hold Up To Scrutiny - Streetsblog Empire State

A driver caused severe injuries to two pedestrians, leading to a liability dispute where the MTA may pay damages due to the driver's lack of insurance.
NYC real estate
fromCity Journal
1 day ago

New York's Destructive War on Developers

Renovations at 70 Middagh Street faced challenges due to changes in rent stabilization laws affecting market rate charges.
NYC politics
fromStreetsblog Empire State
13 hours ago

ANALYSIS: MTA Example Case For Hochul's Insurance Plan Does Not Hold Up To Scrutiny - Streetsblog Empire State

A driver caused severe injuries to two pedestrians, leading to a liability dispute where the MTA may pay damages due to the driver's lack of insurance.
NYC real estate
fromCity Journal
1 day ago

New York's Destructive War on Developers

Renovations at 70 Middagh Street faced challenges due to changes in rent stabilization laws affecting market rate charges.
New York City
fromStreetsblog New York City
1 day ago

Monday's Headlines: A Century of Days Edition - Streetsblog New York City

Mayor Mamdani's 100th day in office included commitments to waste containerization and a city-owned grocery store, while addressing misconceptions about his governance style.
NYC parents
fromCity Limits
4 hours ago

Opinion: Shelter Decisions That Ignore School Stability Are Harming NYC's Children

Displacing families from shelters disrupts children's education and stability, leading to immediate academic consequences and long-term developmental issues.
San Francisco
fromStreetsblog San Francisco
1 day ago

This Week: Seismic Tour, Regional Measure, Car-Free Happy Hour - Streetsblog San Francisco

A variety of community events focused on safety, transportation, and family activities are scheduled this week in San Francisco and surrounding areas.
Boston real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
8 minutes ago

Consumer Policy Center report questions Compass dominance in five metros

Compass dominates unit sales in major cities, significantly outpacing competitors, with a strong emphasis on private listings and double-ending transactions.
London politics
fromLos Angeles Times
1 day ago

He did everything right. His Los Angeles parking fine kept growing anyway

Paul Cook fought a parking ticket in Los Angeles for 16 months, inspired by Gandhi's teachings on righteousness and justice.
East Bay (California)
fromThe Mercury News
5 hours ago

Eye on the Hills: City of Oakland's Sunday parking tickets start for real

Oakland has begun Sunday meter enforcement, issuing $64 fines, while many motorists remain unaware of the new rules and free parking options.
Cars
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 day ago

Opinion | The Affordable Car Is Dead. What Happened?

The affordability of cars has drastically declined, making ownership a financial burden for many Americans.
SF real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
21 hours ago

New York joins states seeking to regulating private listing networks

The bill mandates public marketing of listings while allowing exceptions for seller privacy and safety concerns with informed consent.
Boston
fromBoston.com
22 hours ago

New rules just kicked in for delivery drivers in Boston. Here's what to know.

Boston requires delivery companies to obtain permits to enhance pedestrian safety and manage traffic congestion.
fromSan Jose Spotlight
20 hours ago

Contract dispute delays Homekey Palo Alto opening - San Jose Spotlight

The Homekey project at 1237 San Antonio Road has been in the works since fall 2023, when city and state leaders touted its importance in addressing the local and regional housing crisis.
Mission District
fromNBC New York
1 day ago

Fire rips through empty building in Chelsea

Firefighters operated from tower ladders to knock down the fire and conduct searches from the exterior due to unsafe interior conditions, said Deputy Chief Anthony Arpaia.
London
Environment
fromwww.amny.com
2 days ago

The fossil fuel illusion, and New York's chance to move beyond it

Dependence on fossil fuels makes nations vulnerable; transitioning to renewable energy is essential for economic and political stability.
Washington DC
fromStreetsblog USA
4 days ago

Friday Video: RIP, The D.C. Streetcar - Streetsblog USA

Washington, D.C.'s streetcar project ended after a decade, serving as a lesson in urban transit planning and its challenges.
Real estate
fromFast Company
3 days ago

20 major housing markets with enough inventory to create homebuyer deals later this year

Most regional housing markets have rising listings but remain below pre-pandemic inventory levels, affecting home price growth differently across regions.
Media industry
fromStreetsblog California
4 days ago

60 Minutes Review of High-Speed Rail: A Lukewarm Look at the Project - Streetsblog California

CBS' 60 Minutes segment on high-speed rail in California lacked depth and sensationalism, failing to capture the project's progress and challenges.
US politics
fromKqed
1 week ago

Grass Is Really Greener for Many Californians Leaving the State | KQED

Trump endorsed Steve Hilton for California governor, claiming he can improve the state plagued by high taxes.
fromPadailypost
4 days ago

Cheating brazen in new toll lanes

"Is everybody telling the truth? We're not sure," Program Director Kim Comstock told the San Mateo County Transportation Authority on Thursday.
California
Public health
fromStreetsblog New York City
5 days ago

Need To Kill Cross Bronx Widening Plan Is Obvious Amid Slight Congestion Pricing Pollution Uptick - Streetsblog New York City

Gov. Hochul has delayed a decision on widening the Cross Bronx Expressway due to concerns over increased pollution in the Bronx.
Toronto startup
from99% Invisible
1 week ago

Service Request #5: Is My Car in a Lot of Trouble? - 99% Invisible

Predatory towing involves companies impounding vehicles and demanding inflated fees, often using aggressive tactics and local spotters.
#public-transit
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
6 hours ago

Op-ed | Let's provide free subway and bus fares for those who need them most | amNewYork

The City Council proposes making bus and subway fares free for one million low-income New Yorkers to alleviate financial burdens.
#e-bikes
fromArchDaily
13 hours ago

Mapping the Technosphere: Architecture as an Interface Between Systems and Territories

Architecture can no longer be conceived as an isolated object, detached from the technical networks that sustain contemporary life. This condition calls for new readings and approaches.
Design
fromCalifornia Post
1 day ago

Exclusive | Ticketmaster millionaire throws huge fit over $24B high-speed tunnel planned near his Bel Air mansion

"The myth in this city is that this is 18 minutes... and pigs can fly. If this was your money would you spend it like this? In 25 years Metro hasn't finished one project on time, one project on budget, and has the most cost per mile of any metro in the US."
LA real estate
Mission District
fromLos Angeles Times
3 days ago

Commentary: On the blight side, a stroll around City Hall provokes the question: Can't we do better?

The Frank Putnam Flint fountain symbolizes neglect and failed leadership in Los Angeles, raising concerns about city maintenance and public space care.
NYC music
fromStreetsblog California
1 week ago

The Week in Short Videos - Streetsblog California

Streetsblog NYC announced a themed action movie starring Sebastian Stan, alongside updates on videos and federal land fracking proposals.
Austin
fromPadailypost
1 week ago

New bus-only route might open the door to 7-story apartment buildings

Turning the Dumbarton Rail Corridor into a bus-only route may lead to seven-story apartment buildings in Atherton.
Silicon Valley
fromLos Angeles Times
1 week ago

'You're a liar.' Why the world's biggest building boom has run into a wall in California

Public opposition to data centers in California is rising, impacting investment and job creation in the state.
San Francisco
fromArchDaily
4 days ago

The Embarcadero Freeway: Elevated Infrastructure and Urban Regeneration in San Francisco

Cities are demolishing elevated concrete freeways to create parks and enhance urban regeneration.
#housing-development
fromStreetsblog
3 weeks ago
Renovation

Friday Video: Guess Which Argument Can Get a NIMBY To Change Their Mind About New Housing - Streetsblog USA

fromStreetsblog
3 weeks ago
Renovation

Friday Video: Guess Which Argument Can Get a NIMBY To Change Their Mind About New Housing - Streetsblog USA

#new-york-city
New York City
fromStreetsblog New York City
1 day ago

FIRST ON STREETSBLOG: Mamdani To Fully Fund Trash Containerization - Streetsblog New York City

Mayor Mamdani will implement citywide containerization of residential trash by 2031 to improve New York's sidewalks.
fromKOMO
5 days ago
New York City

New York City Mayor Mamdani says his plan for free buses won't happen in 2026

New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani's promise of free buses will not be fulfilled this year, with hopes for 2026 instead.
New York City
fromCity Limits
5 hours ago

Will New City Rules Finally Bring More Sidewalk Sheds Down?

New York City aims to reduce construction scaffolding while ensuring safety and accessibility for pedestrians.
New York City
fromStrongtowns
1 day ago

New York City and the Myth of a Balanced Budget | Strong Towns

New York City faces a significant budget gap despite its economic success, raising questions about the nature of the financial issues at hand.
New York City
fromStreetsblog New York City
1 day ago

FIRST ON STREETSBLOG: Mamdani To Fully Fund Trash Containerization - Streetsblog New York City

Mayor Mamdani will implement citywide containerization of residential trash by 2031 to improve New York's sidewalks.
New York City
fromKOMO
5 days ago

New York City Mayor Mamdani says his plan for free buses won't happen in 2026

New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani's promise of free buses will not be fulfilled this year, with hopes for 2026 instead.
#parking-enforcement
NYC politics
fromStreetsblog New York City
1 day ago

Push Grows To Move Parking Enforcement From NYPD To DOT - Streetsblog New York City

Local community boards are pushing for the Department of Transportation to regain authority over parking enforcement from the NYPD due to inadequate enforcement.
fromStreetsblog New York City
1 day ago
New York City

Rampant Placard Abuse is Mucking Up This Bike Lane in Downtown Brooklyn - Streetsblog New York City

Illegal parking placards are obstructing truck delivery zones and bike lanes in downtown Brooklyn, prompting calls for better enforcement from the Department of Transportation.
NYC politics
fromStreetsblog New York City
1 day ago

Push Grows To Move Parking Enforcement From NYPD To DOT - Streetsblog New York City

Local community boards are pushing for the Department of Transportation to regain authority over parking enforcement from the NYPD due to inadequate enforcement.
New York City
fromStreetsblog New York City
1 day ago

Rampant Placard Abuse is Mucking Up This Bike Lane in Downtown Brooklyn - Streetsblog New York City

Illegal parking placards are obstructing truck delivery zones and bike lanes in downtown Brooklyn, prompting calls for better enforcement from the Department of Transportation.
Alternative transportation
fromSustainable Bus
8 hours ago

Santa Monica launches $56m zero-emission bus program targeting infrastructure for 195 e-buses - Sustainable Bus

Santa Monica invests $56 million to expand zero-emission bus infrastructure and fleet capacity, aiming for full electrification by 2032.
Brooklyn
fromNBC New York
1 day ago

Mamdani, NYC DOT unveil proposed redesign for Brooklyn's Grand Army Plaza

Grand Army Plaza redesign aims to enhance safety for pedestrians and cyclists while connecting to Prospect Park.
NYC politics
fromStreetsblog New York City
13 hours ago

Janno Lieber Op-Ed: Hochul's Insurance Plan Is a Pro-Transit Plan - Streetsblog New York City

Gov. Hochul's auto insurance reform aims to lower rates while supporting public transit, despite concerns about compensation for crash victims.
#california
LA real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
6 days ago

California steps up reform to join the single-stair bandwagon

California proposes legislation to allow mid-rise apartment buildings with a single staircase to increase housing supply and affordability.
California
fromStreetsblog
2 weeks ago

Despite Gav's Spin, Transportation Commission Funded a Lot of Highway Expansion Last Week - Streetsblog California

California invested $17.9 billion in road projects, contradicting its climate goals and exacerbating greenhouse gas emissions.
LA real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
6 days ago

California steps up reform to join the single-stair bandwagon

California proposes legislation to allow mid-rise apartment buildings with a single staircase to increase housing supply and affordability.
California
fromStreetsblog
2 weeks ago

Despite Gav's Spin, Transportation Commission Funded a Lot of Highway Expansion Last Week - Streetsblog California

California invested $17.9 billion in road projects, contradicting its climate goals and exacerbating greenhouse gas emissions.
SF politics
fromStreetsblog USA
2 weeks ago

Transit Safety For the People, By the People - Streetsblog USA

The RIDER Safety Act proposes hiring transit ambassadors to enhance safety in public transit without police involvement.
Brooklyn
fromBrownstoner
4 days ago

Work to Resume on Flatbush Avenue Center Bus Lanes

The project aims to enhance bus service speed and street safety on Flatbush Avenue with dedicated lanes and improved pedestrian facilities.
NYC politics
fromPolitics NY
1 day ago

Inside Government with PoliticsNY: A Q&A with Council Member Carmen De La Rosa

Carmen De La Rosa focuses on housing, technology access, and senior support in her role as a New York City Council Member.
#zohran-mamdani
fromHell Gate
1 day ago
NYC politics

Sewer Socialism, Meet Pothole Politics

Zohran Mamdani emphasizes democratic socialism to serve working people in New York City during his first 100 days as mayor.
fromGothamist
1 day ago
New York City

At 100 days, Mamdani leans into 'pothole politics' and child care push

Mayor Zohran Mamdani emphasizes delivering on both big promises and everyday fixes to rebuild trust in city government.
NYC politics
fromHell Gate
1 day ago

Sewer Socialism, Meet Pothole Politics

Zohran Mamdani emphasizes democratic socialism to serve working people in New York City during his first 100 days as mayor.
New York City
fromGothamist
1 day ago

At 100 days, Mamdani leans into 'pothole politics' and child care push

Mayor Zohran Mamdani emphasizes delivering on both big promises and everyday fixes to rebuild trust in city government.
#public-transportation
fromGothamist
1 day ago
New York City

Mamdani ran on fast and free buses. A new plan addresses the 'fast' part of his pitch.

Mayor Zohran Mamdani plans to reduce bus commute times by 20% across 45 corridors in the city.
fromPOLITICO
6 days ago
NYC politics

Free buses in New York? Even Mamdani isn't holding his breath.

The mayor is committed to making buses fast and free, but a pilot program is delayed until 2026.
New York City
fromGothamist
1 day ago

Mamdani ran on fast and free buses. A new plan addresses the 'fast' part of his pitch.

Mayor Zohran Mamdani plans to reduce bus commute times by 20% across 45 corridors in the city.
NYC politics
fromPOLITICO
6 days ago

Free buses in New York? Even Mamdani isn't holding his breath.

The mayor is committed to making buses fast and free, but a pilot program is delayed until 2026.
NYC politics
fromFox News
1 day ago

NYC mayor touts 'socialist' wins in first 100 days alongside Bernie Sanders

Mamdani's first 100 days focused on government intervention, securing funding for child care, and proposing publicly owned grocery stores.
NYC politics
fromwww.amny.com
4 days ago

Debate over last-mile delivery bill heats up in first City Council hearing | amNewYork

Intro 518 aims to regulate last-mile delivery facilities for worker safety but faces opposition due to potential job losses.
#transportation-funding
Alternative transportation
fromStreetsblog USA
5 days ago

Trump Wants to Slash Federal Funding for Public Transit, Rail (Again) - Streetsblog USA

The Trump administration proposes significant cuts to federal transportation funding, impacting public transit and passenger rail programs, unless Congress intervenes.
Alternative transportation
fromStreetsblog
3 weeks ago

California Must Stop Expanding Highways - Streetsblog San Francisco

California allocates transportation funding to highway expansion projects despite tailpipe pollution causing half of state greenhouse gas emissions, contradicting the need to prioritize sustainable travel alternatives.
Alternative transportation
fromStreetsblog USA
5 days ago

Trump Wants to Slash Federal Funding for Public Transit, Rail (Again) - Streetsblog USA

The Trump administration proposes significant cuts to federal transportation funding, impacting public transit and passenger rail programs, unless Congress intervenes.
Alternative transportation
fromStreetsblog
3 weeks ago

California Must Stop Expanding Highways - Streetsblog San Francisco

California allocates transportation funding to highway expansion projects despite tailpipe pollution causing half of state greenhouse gas emissions, contradicting the need to prioritize sustainable travel alternatives.
California
fromStreetsblog
3 weeks ago

StreetSmart 15: Homes Before Highways - Streetsblog California

Over 800 homes demolished in six years for highway projects in California, revealing how transportation investments reduce housing supply and destabilize communities while remaining overlooked in housing policy debates.
#transit-oriented-development
East Bay real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
3 weeks ago

California transit agency land could support 240,000 homes

California transit agencies own 2,875 parcels totaling 7,827 acres that could accommodate nearly 240,000 housing units to address the state's housing shortage.
East Bay real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
3 weeks ago

California transit agency land could support 240,000 homes

California transit agencies own 2,875 parcels totaling 7,827 acres that could accommodate nearly 240,000 housing units to address the state's housing shortage.
NYC politics
fromStreetsblog Empire State
1 week ago

Key New York City DAs Back Hochul on 'Stop Super Speeders' - Streetsblog Empire State

District attorneys in New York support speed-limiting devices for repeat reckless drivers to enhance public safety and reduce traffic fatalities.
New York City
fromGothamist
2 days ago

Empty building in Chelsea caught fire, FDNY says

Firefighters extinguished a fire in an empty Manhattan apartment building, with two firefighters hospitalized for minor injuries.
Boston
fromStreetsblog
1 month ago

How to Tell the Story of a Highway Teardown - Streetsblog USA

Ian Coss's podcast 'The Big Dig' explores Boston's highway teardown project, and his Highway Teardown tour examines similar infrastructure reimagining efforts across twelve American cities.
New York City
fromInsideHook
2 days ago

Can Self-Driving Cars Help Fix the Nation's Potholes?

Pothole repairs are gaining attention, with NYC filling 100,000 potholes and Waymo partnering with Waze to identify potholes using autonomous vehicles.
fromtherealdeal.com
6 days ago

The Daily Dirt: Meet the new head of City Planning

I understood at a very early age how much place matters and how impactful government services can be on one's life. The Mayor's Office of Equity and Racial Justice was really focused on working with agencies to think about how they're addressing inequity, whether it's through budget as a lever or personnel as a lever, procurement, policymaking. But land use is a lever as well.
NYC politics
New York City
fromCurbed
5 days ago

Meet the Office of Curb Management

The newly created Office of Curb Management aims to improve safety and manage competing demands on New York's curbs.
fromwww.bxtimes.com
4 days ago

Governor Hochul announces congestion pricing is funding air quality improvements at Hunts Point Market Bronx Times

Congestion pricing has been a once-in-a-lifetime success story, leading to cleaner air, better transit and faster and safer traffic throughout the city. We knew that to do this right, we had to bring real air quality improvements directly to parts of New York City that have been neglected for far too long.
New York City
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
6 days ago

Op-Ed | It's time to modernize SEQRA to ensure responsible development

Vacant office spaces in Midtown could be transformed into thousands of apartments, addressing housing shortages and environmental concerns.
Alternative transportation
fromStreetsblog
3 weeks ago

How a 'Universal Basic Neighborhood' Can Help Americans Live Longer - Streetsblog USA

Universal Basic Neighborhood aims to ensure healthy living conditions and mobility for all U.S. residents, enhancing life expectancy beyond just financial support.
Real estate
fromStreetsblog
2 months ago

A Few Legal Tweaks Could Unlock A Mother Lode of Housing Near Transit - Streetsblog USA

The Build HUBS Act would enable communities to use TIFIA and RRIF funds to finance transit-oriented housing near transit, potentially unlocking up to 100,000 units.
Environment
fromcal.streetsblog.org
2 months ago

Op/Ed: Why Affordable Housing Doesn't Offset Vehicle Miles Traveled - Streetsblog California

Using affordable housing as CEQA VMT mitigation often increases total VMT because it adds households and travel rather than displacing market-rate housing.
fromStreetsblog
1 month ago

When The Suburbs Want To Opt Out of Funding Regional Transit - Streetsblog USA

A vote six years in the making that would decimate the Dallas Area Rapid Transit system might soon be called off, potentially averting a major funding crisis for the agency - though advocates say there's more work to be done to make sure every DFW resident has the mass mobility options they deserve. Since the beginning of the decade, a handful of wealthy, sprawling suburban cities in the greater Dallas metro have been fighting
US politics
US politics
fromwww.housingwire.com
2 months ago

California housing reform faces new test as LA Metro resists transit zoning law

State housing laws aim to legalize transit-oriented mid-rise development; local governments and activists use carveouts, workarounds and resistance to delay or block projects.
fromtherealdeal.com
2 months ago

Builders get their remedy, and some cities tweak their defenses

Cedar Street just came out victorious in a multi-year saga with the city of La Canada Flintridge, winning the first successful builder's remedy case in California Superior Court for its 80-unit mixed-use project at 600 Foothill Boulevard and setting a path for other developers to build. But the fight may have left its scars, in time, stress and now soured relationships with some officials.
Real estate
California
fromStreetsblog
2 months ago

Rollout of New Housing-Near-Transit Law Encountering Confusion and Delay - Streetsblog California

SB 79's implementation has caused confusion, local resistance, and political fractures, complicating alignment of transit projects and housing policy across California.
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