Urban Planning

Austin Debates Natural Gas Peaker Plants vs Renewable Energy Solutions
Public Services & Infrastructure Austin Debates Natural Gas Peaker Plants vs Renewable Energy Solutions

Austin is currently embroiled in a heated debate over the future of its energy infrastructure. The city's Electric Utility Commission (EUC) has raised significant concerns about Austin Energy's proposal to introduce two new natural gas peaker plants. These plants are intended to address

Can Small-Population Cities Use Infill Development Exemptions Under CEQA?
Public Services & Infrastructure Can Small-Population Cities Use Infill Development Exemptions Under CEQA?

The recent legal opinion from the Sixth District Court of Appeal has sparked significant interest in the application of CEQA Guidelines Class 32 categorical exemption, particularly for small-population cities. This ruling, which was initially filed on October 21 and ordered to be published on

Bear Attack in Metro Vancouver Sparks Urban Wildlife Safety Debate
Public Services & Infrastructure Bear Attack in Metro Vancouver Sparks Urban Wildlife Safety Debate

The recent bear attack near the fringes of Metro Vancouver has heightened public safety concerns, spotlighting the challenges posed by urban wildlife interactions as the colder months approach. This incident has brought to the forefront the delicate balance between preserving wildlife and ensuring

Transforming Vancouver's Waterfront into a Vibrant Urban Hub
Public Services & Infrastructure Transforming Vancouver's Waterfront into a Vibrant Urban Hub

The future redevelopment of Vancouver's downtown Waterfront Station precinct and the Gastown railyard presents a transformative opportunity for the city. Ken Sim, the Mayor of Vancouver, along with architect Joe Hruda, founder of CIVITAS Urban Design and Planning, express high hopes about the

Court Ruling Clarifies Free Construction vs. New Construction Boundaries
Public Services & Infrastructure Court Ruling Clarifies Free Construction vs. New Construction Boundaries

The recent ruling by the Regional Administrative Court of Campania, particularly the Salerno section, has brought significant clarity to the intricate distinctions between free construction and new construction. This case emanated from a property owner’s rejected building amnesty application and t

Iloilo City Named Most Competitive Urban City in Western Visayas for 2024
Economic & Fiscal Iloilo City Named Most Competitive Urban City in Western Visayas for 2024

Iloilo City has achieved another milestone, earning the title of the Overall Most Competitive Highly Urbanized City (HUC) in Western Visayas for 2024. This prestigious recognition, awarded by the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) Region 6, underscores the city's commitment to sustainable

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