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New York City unveils major zoning overhaul to boost housing stock

Archinect

Mayor Eric Adams proposed on Thursday a major overhaul of New York City’s approach to development that his administration says could make way for as many as 100,000 additional homes in the coming years and ease the city’s severe housing crisis. [.]

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Commercial Setbacks Code Amendment

SW Oregon Architect

The Eugene City Council meets tomorrow (Monday, July 19) at 5:30 PM to conduct a hearing on the topic of a proposed amendment to Commercial Setback requirements in the Eugene Code. Likewise, the C-2 and C-3 zones should not be treated identically, except in the Downtown Transit Overlay District (as they are now).

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Who Owns the City? - How David won Against Goliath in Downtown Columbia

Community Architect Daily

The magic of water : An early town center model and an artificial lake Waterfront development, outdated structures dating back to James Rouse's original vision now slated for demolition, and a dispute over development rights and community interests - who would not immediately think of Baltimore's HarborPlace?

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Wenzhou Innovaland Start-up Zone: Aedas

e-architect

Wenzhou Innovaland Start-up Zone Building, Chinese Commercial Architecture, Design Images. Wenzhou Innovaland Start-up Zone. Creating a High-Tech Hub at Wenzhou Innovaland Start-Up Zone. Location: Wenzhou City, Zhejiang Province, eastern China. Aerial view of the start-up zone: Images by Aedas.

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Sustainable Suburban Expansion: How Architects Are Reawakening Dormant Developments

Architizer

A sustainable process, in turn, facilitates the development of thoughtfully planned, walkable communities that emphasize economic resilience, social inclusiveness and environmental conservation. From a social standpoint, community engagement plays a crucial role in ensuring that developments align with the needs and desires of the residents.

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Deep Dive: Unearthing the Potential of Underground Development

Architizer

Consider the possibilities of expanding underground development to encompass a broader range of building typologies. Numerous countries across the globe are actively venturing into underground development beyond transportation and utility infrastructure. Completed in 2018, the bicycle parking accommodates over 13,500 bikes.

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The Need for Visionary Thinking

SW Oregon Architect

The City of Eugene mailed a multi-page brochure regarding the Franklin Boulevard Transformation project to neighbors this past February. The elephant in the room (or perhaps rather, not in the room) is what he perceives as another example of the City’s failure to prioritize visionary thinking in its planning processes.