Brandon Donnelly

FEBRUARY 4, 2022

Back in 2017, Portland, Oregon enacted new inclusionary zoning policies mandating that all new residential projects with 20 or more units must deliver a specified amount of affordable housing. Early accounts, by people like Joe Cortright of City Observatory , suggested that the market was reacting to this new requirement as you might expect.

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Brandon Donnelly

JULY 4, 2022

Some of you might remember that Toronto City Council approved new garden suite policies earlier this year. Thankfully, the Ontario Land Tribunal has just dismissed this appeal: What this means is that, as of today, you’re now free to build a garden suite in the City of Toronto. Invariably, this is going to p**s some people off.

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Architonic

DECEMBER 5, 2021

At that time, land was often given to churches, because the City understood it could be a useful tool in creating communities and economy. Several developers had attempted to redevelop the property but failed on the hurdles of an old building, a strict zoning code, or a limited budget.

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Clark Richardson | Architect & Sustainability

NOVEMBER 30, 2020

For folks who have a property on Lake Austin or are thinking about buying one, understanding the ins and outs of the Lake Austin (LA) Zoning Overlay and how it relates to development is critical. SF-2 or SF-3) or have no zoning and keep their lots governed only by the LA Zoning.

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Deezen

JANUARY 28, 2022

The city government will now formally consider the petition, with a decision due to be announced in February. Residents would only be permitted to use a car or van up to 12 times a year, for special circumstances such as moving house. If the city rejects their proposal, they will need to increase the number to 175,000.

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BD+C

FEBRUARY 10, 2020

often had to make multiple trips to conduct their regular business with the city. Space limitations meant city offices were located in different facilities. So, getting a building permit could mean a trip to the Planning and Zoning office, followed by a drive across town to pay permit fees at the Finance Department.

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Santa Cruz Architect

FEBRUARY 20, 2022

The California Coastal Commission is a state agency with quasi-judicial regulatory oversight over land use and public access in the California coastal zone. Development usually requires a Coastal Development Permit from either the Coastal Commission or local government. Coastal Zone Regulation, County of Santa Cruz:?In

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A Daily Dose of Architecture Books

NOVEMBER 6, 2023

Over that time he has served as an architect, planner, educator, and an advisor to cities in and beyond the US, including Charleston, South Carolina, Omaha, and New York City, where he was Director of Urban Design in the Department of City Planning.

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A4 Architects

DECEMBER 4, 2023

Rhode Island Housing Zoning Map On February 22, 2022, Rhode Island Governor Dan McKee signed into law Act 6061, also known as the “Zoning Modernization and Housing Act.” The new provisions required each of the local Zoning Ordinances to be revised so that they are in compliance in compliance with the Act by January 1, 2024.

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Dwell

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

There hasn’t exactly been an explosion of new accessory dwelling units (ADUs) in Chicago since its city council passed an ADU pilot ordinance in 2020, which allows for new coach houses and basement or attic renovations to add additional units in certain parts of the city.

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Chicago Architecture

OCTOBER 12, 2021

In July, the DPD told Belong to set phasers on stunning, with a letter reading in part, “It is our opinion that the proposed Belong facility is an indoor participant sports and recreation use and is permitted.” And zoning regulations do not permit arcades on Loyola’s property. ” Why the change of heart?

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The Architecture Designs

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

Before embarking on any project, a homeowner must ensure they’re well-versed in local building codes and have secured the necessary permits. Maintaining detailed records of contracts, permits, receipts, and correspondence is vital for legal protection. The neighbour sued, claiming the addition violated local zoning laws.

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Next Portland

APRIL 30, 2022

Next Portland covers the highlights of the Early Assistance applications, Land Use Reviews and Building Permits processed each week. No Modifications or Adjustments to required Zoning Code development standards are requested in this application. The FAR transfer process is allowed by the Zoning Code. 15 unit apartment building.

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Architonic

OCTOBER 28, 2021

This shopping mall located in Moscow city, with more than 250.000 m2, built-in 2004, needed a new brand identity. The operation was divided into different zones with complex coordination in between technical departments and the non-stop activity of the tenants.

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Architecture Here and There

NOVEMBER 27, 2023

Yet demolition permits are, according to the Providence Journal, in the works for all three – no one seems to know who applied for them, or for what purpose – and so the houses are sitting ducks awaiting their sad fate. The firm was registered with the city on Sept. Specifically, they are Nos. 209, 211 and 217.

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Next Portland

MAY 24, 2022

Next Portland covers the highlights of the Early Assistance applications, Land Use Reviews and Building Permits processed each week. Downtown Subdistrict of the Central City Plan District. The project would include a 30-story tower with 385 residential units on the site of the former RiverPlace Athletic Club.

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Dwell

JUNE 21, 2022

The city’s low-density zoning reform in August of last year opened the door to lot splits and smallplexes—and developers, homeowners, and lenders have gotten busy building. In 2015, Eric Thompson heard that his city of Portland, Oregon, was considering overhauling its low-density zoning.

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Deezen

OCTOBER 11, 2023

Gansevoort Peninsula sits on the Hudson River on the site of a former pier and is part of a greater initiative known as the Hudson River Park , the result of the conversion of industrial spaces on Manhattan's waterfront into public parks and ecological conservation zones. Kayak launches are permitted.

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Dwell

FEBRUARY 14, 2022

Photograph by Fernando Manoso "He wanted an oasis within the city where he could live and work, and a residence that would be able to adapt into a ‘forever home’ through both his and the home’s lifetime," explains McMahon. The process of persuading the city to embrace a more modern design approach took 24 months," says McMahon.

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Architecture Here and There

JUNE 24, 2022

As for the ruling itself, its attitude was: when it comes to the comprehensive plan setting parameters for zoning laws to carry out the comprehensive plan, “Never mind!” Yes, this national rejection of common sense is on display here in Rhode Island and its capital city.

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Brandon Donnelly

APRIL 9, 2023

Let’s assume that you’re Mayor of your city and that, for whatever reason, you have no need to pander to voters. You can do whatever you think is best overall for the city and it will just happen. That would mean, no rezoning process and no site plan approval; just straight to building permit. What would you do?

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Dwell

FEBRUARY 14, 2022

Photograph by Fernando Manoso "He wanted an oasis within the city where he could live and work, and a residence that would be able to adapt into a ‘forever home’ through both his and the home’s lifetime," explains McMahon. The process of persuading the city to embrace a more modern design approach took 24 months," says McMahon.

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Home Building Permits Zoning 108

Brandon Donnelly

OCTOBER 10, 2022

One of the things that cities often try and stamp out is speculation. To correct this latter problem, one idea that is sometimes floated around is “use-it-or-lose-it” zoning. But some developers only rezone properties and some developers only buy zoned sites. Homes should not sit empty (enter vacant home tax).

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Santa Cruz Architect

SEPTEMBER 11, 2021

Whether or not you will need all of the steps outlined depends on the scope of your project and the city or county area you live in. For example, you may only find that you need to prepare a design and apply for ADU and/or building permit approval. Pre-Construction/Permitting. Steps For Building Permit Approval.

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Community Architect Daily

MARCH 18, 2022

Many good things seem to be in the offing, many having to do with efficiency of the nearly 400 employee department itself, whether it is for permits or the release of federal grant money to small local recipients who suffer because payments take forever. Those zones can also be selected as one of the filters in the Buy Into Baltimore maps.

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Brandon Donnelly

JULY 25, 2022

Encourage new housing at all scales (low, mid, high) “Upzone” all major streets and transit station areas Allow multi-unit dwellings in low-rise neighborhoods and ensure that any applicable codes and/or policies are not creating unnecessary obstacles to building at this scale Work to make the largest possible housing scale permissible on (..)

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A4 Architects

FEBRUARY 19, 2024

The fact that the country was in the midst of the Great Depression and there were essentially no zoning regulations further facilitated the break-up of larger houses into apartments and ADUs. Local zoning regulations often lacked clear guidelines, created uncertainty for homeowners and hindered potential ADU development.

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Brandon Donnelly

SEPTEMBER 19, 2022

After speaking with city staff, I immediately got the impression that this thing was not going to get approved. And so Gabriel Fain and I decided to come up with a new design and try our luck at the Committee of Adjustment (we needed, I think, over a dozen zoning variances). Technically, it was perfectly workable. At least not now.

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Deezen

JANUARY 13, 2022

Across the interior, previously subdivided spaces were opened up and existing windows, skylights, and clerestories were replaced or restored, permitting sunlight to penetrate all corners of the large square footprint," said CO Adaptive Architecture. Sunlight penetrates through existing skylights and windows.

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The Architecture Designs

AUGUST 14, 2023

Regulations and Permitting Rules in California While the regulations vary from city or country, as of 2023, it’s legal to have a shipping container home in California. You can add large window and door spaces, custom flooring, and you can add sufficient electricity, AC, and heating to the structures.

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Brandon Donnelly

MARCH 20, 2024

Or, would it be an extensive community engagement process where homeowners would be expected to gather feedback, submit a report to the city, and consider design changes? In other words, would all homeowners need to consultant their neighbors and do an environmental assessment before pulling a building permit?

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Dwell

JANUARY 7, 2023

In the northern hemisphere, earthships face south to take advantage of passive solar gain and rely on a greenhouse buffer zone in front for interior climate control and an auxiliary food source. Reynolds, the subject of a 2007 documentary, Garbage Warrior , is a large and polarizing figure in and outside the community.

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Community Architect Daily

DECEMBER 6, 2023

"The full weight of city government is ready to make this a reality. The bills are intended to create the zoning necessary to permit the proposed size of the project which cannot be built with the existing Urban Renewal Plan and current zoning in place. This gives everyone a chance to mull this over.

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Chicago Architecture

OCTOBER 29, 2021

It’s been about a month since the City of Chicago gave its final approval to the construction of a pair of new skyscrapers at 601 West Monroe Street in the West Loop. We haven’t seen any construction permits issued just yet, but expect some soon now that the votes and been tallied and the paperwork has settled.

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Portland Architecture

DECEMBER 12, 2022

At U of O, I had a great mix of core professors and classmates, but I grew tired of what felt like a singular focus on sustainability at the time and wanted to get out into the world and learn about other aspects of design and cities. there was still a slight connection to that era. Who has been an important mentor among your colleagues? .

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Community Architect Daily

JANUARY 14, 2024

Various events such as the book fair and light city came an went. In other words, the City and the Waterfront Partnership made wise investments, especially the very popular skate park and playground. In other words, the City and the Waterfront Partnership made wise investments, especially the very popular skate park and playground.

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ArchDaily

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

Image via trekandshoot / Shutterstock Cities in the United States are short of millions of housing units. Los Angeles is no exception; with 74% of its land zoned exclusively for single-family homes, multifamily housing construction is limited to an extremely small swath of the city, making the construction of new affordable housing difficult.

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