Meet the New Owners in Whispering PinesConcerns arise over potential development in Joshua Tree National Park as numerous properties change hands among private investors since 2021.
City looks to land banks as additional option to curb displacement - Austin MonitorExploring use of tax-delinquent properties for affordable housing.Importance of land banks and community land trusts in long-term affordability.
Austin went on a land-buying spree in 2020. So far, little has been built on it. - Austin MonitorAustin bought 60 acres of land during COVID-19, aiming to create affordable housing, but much remains undeveloped amid rising housing costs.
City looks to land banks as additional option to curb displacement - Austin MonitorExploring use of tax-delinquent properties for affordable housing.Importance of land banks and community land trusts in long-term affordability.
Austin went on a land-buying spree in 2020. So far, little has been built on it. - Austin MonitorAustin bought 60 acres of land during COVID-19, aiming to create affordable housing, but much remains undeveloped amid rising housing costs.
'Not a Disneyland mentality': How a California state park is createdCalifornia emphasizes public input in state park creation to harness community ideas and suggestions.
Former Portland landfill will serve as Bird Alliance's new Wildlife Care CenterThe Bird Alliance of Oregon has acquired land for a new wildlife hospital and nature sanctuary.
Despite its name, South Park is park-poor. That could changeA parking lot in South Park, Los Angeles, may be transformed into a public park, highlighting the rarity of urban parks due to land acquisition challenges.
Parks, pools, trees - and dogs - get a boost in new city budget - Austin MonitorThe new city budget enhances parks funding and maintenance, creating a $50 million land acquisition fund and addressing community maintenance concerns.
Prep begins for Santa Clara BART extension - San Jose SpotlightBART's expansion through Silicon Valley is progressing with pre-construction work in Santa Clara
Agencies Need to Use Federal Funding to Buy Land for Transit Oriented Development - Streetsblog USAHousing affordability worsened in 2023 due to rising costs exceeding income growthTransit-oriented development is not widespread in the US, leading to higher transportation expenses for those living far from transit.