Topic – Urbanism
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James A. Bacon
Do Americans prefer sprawl?
Do American households really prefer “sprawl” development?
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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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Houston City Council approves changes to Chapter 42 development regulations
Houston is now one zone
The City of Houston will no longer have an "urban" and "suburban" zone, as City Council passed a large suite of changes to Chapter 42 development regulations.
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New Orleans streetcar may be expanding
Depending on funding
New Orleans transit planners propose expanding their street car system into 9th Ward, Carrolton, Garden District and more neighborhoods over the next decade.
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Alex Steffen
Economy will be urban, green
The 21st century economy will be urban, high tech, and green
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H-GAC puts hold on Uptown BRT funding
Also no Westheimer line
H-GAC recommends funding for $460 million that doesn't (yet?) include the Uptown BRT line or new Westheimer bus service
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Are Houston streets safe for pedestrians and others?
One neighborhood audit says no
An AARP walkability audit of the Museum District found sidewalks in disrepair, or poorly designed
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Study: sprawl means less social opportunity
Long commutes less important
Decentralization of metropolitan regions is the dominant factor limiting social interactions according to a new study, more than fragmentation or long commutes.
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Austin eliminates parking rules for downtown
To encourage less driving
In an effort to reduce costs and promote pedestrian activity, the Austin City Council has axed parking requirements for downtown buildings.
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