Topic – Cities
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Local review requirement for developments gets axed in Texas House
At the urging of Gov. Perry
The Texas House has killed a provision that would have required public-private development projects on state land to go through local zoning.
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The most bikeable neighborhoods in the US
Using data provided by the organization Walk Score, The Atlantic Cities has ranked the top 25 American neighborhoods by bikeability.
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Houstonians less likely to feel safe on streets
Compared to other metros
In a newly released Gallup poll, only three metro regions had a lower percentage of citizens report feeling "safe walking alone at night".
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Rapid urban infill comes to Austin neighborhood
Mueller developing quickly
A hospital, a hotel, a museum, and a school are among the new developments being built in the Mueller neighborhood, north of downtown Austin.
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Seattle aims for carbon neutral by 2050
New plan sets the course
Seattle officials have released a 37-year climate action plan, which is one of the most ambitious city-wide initiatives the US has seen.
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Charlotte considers more private funding for transit
Task force suggests tax hike
The city of Charlotte, North Carolina has bold plans for expanding their transit system, and a task force created by the mayor is looking for funding sources.
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Fort Worth’s downtown plan: pedestrians first
Prioritizes walkability
The new Ten Year Strategic Action Plan for Downtown Fort Worth addresses a range of issues, and prioritizes walkability for transportation improvements.
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