Riverside PUD gains second-round approval - Austin MonitorCity Council approved a new rezoning, allowing for a 500-foot mixed-use development at 200 E. Riverside Drive despite neighbor's objections.
NYC rezoning allows transit-oriented development around four new train stations in the BronxNew York City Council's zoning plan will create nearly 7,000 housing units in the Bronx, addressing the borough's housing shortages.
Council Likely To Weaken Mayor's 'City Of Yes' Pro-Housing Zoning PlanIntense negotiations on Mayor Adams's housing initiative focus on eliminating parking mandates, which is contentious but crucial for the proposal's success.
Planning Commission Approves 'City of Yes' Housing Plan by 10-3 VoteThe City Planning Commission approved a zoning reform plan to address New York City's housing shortage and homelessness issues.
Planning Commission bucks opposition to recommend DB90 for Red River plots - Austin MonitorThe Planning Commission recommended rezoning properties on Red River Street, despite strong opposition from local residents concerned about increased density and traffic.
ZAP Commission forwards recommendation allowing some commercial uses in residential zones - Austin MonitorProposal to allow commercial uses in residential zones aims to enhance neighborhood accessibility and promote walkability for residents without cars.
Riverside PUD gains second-round approval - Austin MonitorCity Council approved a new rezoning, allowing for a 500-foot mixed-use development at 200 E. Riverside Drive despite neighbor's objections.
NYC rezoning allows transit-oriented development around four new train stations in the BronxNew York City Council's zoning plan will create nearly 7,000 housing units in the Bronx, addressing the borough's housing shortages.
Council Likely To Weaken Mayor's 'City Of Yes' Pro-Housing Zoning PlanIntense negotiations on Mayor Adams's housing initiative focus on eliminating parking mandates, which is contentious but crucial for the proposal's success.
Planning Commission Approves 'City of Yes' Housing Plan by 10-3 VoteThe City Planning Commission approved a zoning reform plan to address New York City's housing shortage and homelessness issues.
Planning Commission bucks opposition to recommend DB90 for Red River plots - Austin MonitorThe Planning Commission recommended rezoning properties on Red River Street, despite strong opposition from local residents concerned about increased density and traffic.
ZAP Commission forwards recommendation allowing some commercial uses in residential zones - Austin MonitorProposal to allow commercial uses in residential zones aims to enhance neighborhood accessibility and promote walkability for residents without cars.
Targeted zoning of land for large-scale housing planned as minister to overrule councilsThe Government will override local councillors to accelerate housing development through strategic rezoning of land.
Mountain View backs targeted density in residential areas - San Jose SpotlightThe commission is considering upzoning R2 sites for increased housing density near transportation hubs, balancing development with community concerns.
Opinion: NYC Needs Smart Growth & Affordability, Not Unchecked Hikes in DensityQueens Community Board 13 opposes the City of Yes housing initiative due to lack of community review and inadequate infrastructure for new developments.
Urban Banning: Single-Family Districts Exempted from 'Transit-Oriented Development' - Streetsblog New York CityThe City Council's decision to exempt single-family zones from housing development will significantly reduce housing near transit areas.
City of 'Yes': Planning Commission Approves Mayor's Elimination of Mandatory Parking - Streetsblog New York CityMayor Adams's "City of Yes" initiative aims to reduce housing costs by eliminating mandatory parking requirements, pending City Council approval.
Planning Commission recommends rezoning of Anderson Square - Austin MonitorThe Planning Commission approved Anderson Square rezoning contrary to staff recommendations, emphasizing community benefits despite legal limitations on such agreements.
Targeted zoning of land for large-scale housing planned as minister to overrule councilsThe Government will override local councillors to accelerate housing development through strategic rezoning of land.
Mountain View backs targeted density in residential areas - San Jose SpotlightThe commission is considering upzoning R2 sites for increased housing density near transportation hubs, balancing development with community concerns.
Opinion: NYC Needs Smart Growth & Affordability, Not Unchecked Hikes in DensityQueens Community Board 13 opposes the City of Yes housing initiative due to lack of community review and inadequate infrastructure for new developments.
Urban Banning: Single-Family Districts Exempted from 'Transit-Oriented Development' - Streetsblog New York CityThe City Council's decision to exempt single-family zones from housing development will significantly reduce housing near transit areas.
City of 'Yes': Planning Commission Approves Mayor's Elimination of Mandatory Parking - Streetsblog New York CityMayor Adams's "City of Yes" initiative aims to reduce housing costs by eliminating mandatory parking requirements, pending City Council approval.
Planning Commission recommends rezoning of Anderson Square - Austin MonitorThe Planning Commission approved Anderson Square rezoning contrary to staff recommendations, emphasizing community benefits despite legal limitations on such agreements.
DB90 designation signals redevelopment on Hart Lane - Austin MonitorThe Zoning and Platting Commission recommended a DB90 zoning change for Hart Lane, allowing for up to 700 new housing units.
Developer Pulls Plug on Second Try for Spice Factory TowersContinuum Company has withdrawn its rezoning application for the Spice Factory site after City Planning Commission's modifications, opting for market-rate condos instead.
Locals Clash Over Arrow Linen Site at Raucous HearingThe proposal for Arrow Linen's rezoning split community opinions sharply at a heated public hearing, highlighting concerns about housing types and affordability.
LA aims for 43K homes with office-to-resi incentivesLos Angeles can potentially create 43,000 new homes by converting aging commercial buildings into apartments through an updated adaptive reuse zoning initiative.
Analysis: Mayor Gets the 'W,' But Council Turns His Zoning Plan into 'City Of Yes ... Sort Of'City Council's amended zoning plan limits housing growth in low-density areas despite passing rezoning needed for increased housing.
Planning Commission OKs re-rezoning in Montopolis - Austin MonitorThe Planning Commission recommended rezoning for a vacant parcel to support housing development despite staff concerns about road access and previous delays.
DB90 designation signals redevelopment on Hart Lane - Austin MonitorThe Zoning and Platting Commission recommended a DB90 zoning change for Hart Lane, allowing for up to 700 new housing units.
Developer Pulls Plug on Second Try for Spice Factory TowersContinuum Company has withdrawn its rezoning application for the Spice Factory site after City Planning Commission's modifications, opting for market-rate condos instead.
Locals Clash Over Arrow Linen Site at Raucous HearingThe proposal for Arrow Linen's rezoning split community opinions sharply at a heated public hearing, highlighting concerns about housing types and affordability.
LA aims for 43K homes with office-to-resi incentivesLos Angeles can potentially create 43,000 new homes by converting aging commercial buildings into apartments through an updated adaptive reuse zoning initiative.
Analysis: Mayor Gets the 'W,' But Council Turns His Zoning Plan into 'City Of Yes ... Sort Of'City Council's amended zoning plan limits housing growth in low-density areas despite passing rezoning needed for increased housing.
Planning Commission OKs re-rezoning in Montopolis - Austin MonitorThe Planning Commission recommended rezoning for a vacant parcel to support housing development despite staff concerns about road access and previous delays.
YIMBYs look to force LA upzoning in new suitHousing groups are suing Los Angeles for delaying zoning changes needed to meet state housing laws.
City Council Greenlights Housing Over Borough Park Rail LineThe Brooklyn Yards development plan, approved by the City Council, aims to create a mixed-use platform over an active rail line.
Cambridge residents to have their say on ending exclusionary zoningCambridge proposed zoning changes to allow up to six-story multifamily buildings to alleviate the housing crisis and increase affordable housing options.
The Blocks, Strips, and Neighborhoods Carved Out of 'City of Yes'The modified zoning plan aims to increase housing but is expected to create 25% less than the original proposal, reflecting a compromise.
City Council Asks About Affordability at City of Yes HearingNew York City's zoning overhaul aims to significantly boost housing construction amid a crisis, but faces concerns from local communities about its impact.
Shorter, More Affordable Arrow Linen Build Likely to PassA compromise has been reached for the Arrow Linen rezoning in Park Slope, increasing affordable housing while reducing building height.
Seattle leaders struggle to agree on a path forward for housingSeattle City Council debates housing solutions amidst a severe shortage, facing challenges balancing various interests and proposed zoning changes.
City Council Greenlights Housing Over Borough Park Rail LineThe Brooklyn Yards development plan, approved by the City Council, aims to create a mixed-use platform over an active rail line.
Cambridge residents to have their say on ending exclusionary zoningCambridge proposed zoning changes to allow up to six-story multifamily buildings to alleviate the housing crisis and increase affordable housing options.
The Blocks, Strips, and Neighborhoods Carved Out of 'City of Yes'The modified zoning plan aims to increase housing but is expected to create 25% less than the original proposal, reflecting a compromise.
City Council Asks About Affordability at City of Yes HearingNew York City's zoning overhaul aims to significantly boost housing construction amid a crisis, but faces concerns from local communities about its impact.
Shorter, More Affordable Arrow Linen Build Likely to PassA compromise has been reached for the Arrow Linen rezoning in Park Slope, increasing affordable housing while reducing building height.
Seattle leaders struggle to agree on a path forward for housingSeattle City Council debates housing solutions amidst a severe shortage, facing challenges balancing various interests and proposed zoning changes.
One of the solutions to NYC's housing shortage is already running into regulatory hurdlesNew York City has legalized accessory dwelling units (ADUs) for one- and two-family homes, but heavy regulations complicate their implementation.
A meeting about the end of single-family zoning put Berkeley's housing debate on display. It got ugly.A public meeting in Berkeley escalated into a confrontation over a controversial rezoning plan, prompting Councilmember Kesarwani to file a police report.
See how they run: Aaron Peskin visits the zoning panic zoneCommunity discussions in San Francisco are crucial as zoning changes and new apartment buildings provoke concern among residents.
San Jose program could cut red-tape stifling major development projects downtownSan Jose is streamlining project approvals to encourage innovation and address housing needs despite zoning regulations.
What's next for Needham after MBTA Communities vote?Needham voters repealed a state-mandated zoning plan but still have deadlines to meet compliance with the MBTA Communities Act.
Needham rejects MBTA zoning compliance after town-wide voteNeedham voted against zoning changes that would have increased housing units as part of compliance with the state's law aimed at boosting housing availability.
One of the solutions to NYC's housing shortage is already running into regulatory hurdlesNew York City has legalized accessory dwelling units (ADUs) for one- and two-family homes, but heavy regulations complicate their implementation.
A meeting about the end of single-family zoning put Berkeley's housing debate on display. It got ugly.A public meeting in Berkeley escalated into a confrontation over a controversial rezoning plan, prompting Councilmember Kesarwani to file a police report.
See how they run: Aaron Peskin visits the zoning panic zoneCommunity discussions in San Francisco are crucial as zoning changes and new apartment buildings provoke concern among residents.
San Jose program could cut red-tape stifling major development projects downtownSan Jose is streamlining project approvals to encourage innovation and address housing needs despite zoning regulations.
What's next for Needham after MBTA Communities vote?Needham voters repealed a state-mandated zoning plan but still have deadlines to meet compliance with the MBTA Communities Act.
Needham rejects MBTA zoning compliance after town-wide voteNeedham voted against zoning changes that would have increased housing units as part of compliance with the state's law aimed at boosting housing availability.
'We want the same thing': Park Slope residents clash over controversial Arrow Linen development * Brooklyn PaperCommunity input highlights the urgent need for affordable housing amid new developments.The Arrow Linen rezoning proposal faces significant opposition based on building height and affordability concerns.
Community Board Votes No on Arrow Linen RezoningCommunity Board 7 disapproved a developer's 13-story building proposal following strong public opposition and concerns about neighborhood preservation and affordable housing.
Windsor not: Brooklyn community board that supports 'City of Yes' votes no on local developmentCommunity Board 7 rejected a rezoning proposal, emphasizing the need for affordable housing and resident engagement despite supporting broader development initiatives.
Planning Commission postpones decision on Anderson Square rezoning - Austin MonitorThe Planning Commission postponed the rezoning request for Anderson Square to allow for height limit increase, pending further community agreement and benefits.
Concord: Vacant Kmart site named one of the city's first targets in rezoning push to 1,000 new housing unitsConcord is advancing its AFFH project to rezone neighborhoods, allowing for 1,000 new lower-income housing units by 2031.
Long Beach Ups Zoning So Linc Housing Can Build Affordable UnitsLong Beach upgraded zoning to allow affordable housing in high resource areas.
'We want the same thing': Park Slope residents clash over controversial Arrow Linen development * Brooklyn PaperCommunity input highlights the urgent need for affordable housing amid new developments.The Arrow Linen rezoning proposal faces significant opposition based on building height and affordability concerns.
Community Board Votes No on Arrow Linen RezoningCommunity Board 7 disapproved a developer's 13-story building proposal following strong public opposition and concerns about neighborhood preservation and affordable housing.
Windsor not: Brooklyn community board that supports 'City of Yes' votes no on local developmentCommunity Board 7 rejected a rezoning proposal, emphasizing the need for affordable housing and resident engagement despite supporting broader development initiatives.
Planning Commission postpones decision on Anderson Square rezoning - Austin MonitorThe Planning Commission postponed the rezoning request for Anderson Square to allow for height limit increase, pending further community agreement and benefits.
Concord: Vacant Kmart site named one of the city's first targets in rezoning push to 1,000 new housing unitsConcord is advancing its AFFH project to rezone neighborhoods, allowing for 1,000 new lower-income housing units by 2031.
Long Beach Ups Zoning So Linc Housing Can Build Affordable UnitsLong Beach upgraded zoning to allow affordable housing in high resource areas.
Neighbors join forces to halt plans for new office space in Pecan Springs-Springdale - Austin MonitorNeighbors oppose the proposal to rezone Cherrylawn Circle from residential to mixed-use, citing numerous concerns over infrastructure and public safety.
An $18 million underground house in Las Vegas couldn't find a buyer. Now the bunker's owner is trying something new.The underground home in Las Vegas is no longer for sale and aims to become a tourist attraction instead.
This 100-Year-Old Real Estate Trend Isn't Going Anywhere (and Here's Why You Might Love It!)Planned Unit Developments (PUDs) offer unique community designs and amenities, appealing to some buyers while providing flexible zoning regulations for developers.
Johnny Ronan site added to BidX1 online auction by receiver as price falls to 2mJohnny Ronan's St Valery's site is up for auction, presenting mixed zoning opportunities despite past planning difficulties.
Neighbors join forces to halt plans for new office space in Pecan Springs-Springdale - Austin MonitorNeighbors oppose the proposal to rezone Cherrylawn Circle from residential to mixed-use, citing numerous concerns over infrastructure and public safety.
An $18 million underground house in Las Vegas couldn't find a buyer. Now the bunker's owner is trying something new.The underground home in Las Vegas is no longer for sale and aims to become a tourist attraction instead.
This 100-Year-Old Real Estate Trend Isn't Going Anywhere (and Here's Why You Might Love It!)Planned Unit Developments (PUDs) offer unique community designs and amenities, appealing to some buyers while providing flexible zoning regulations for developers.
Johnny Ronan site added to BidX1 online auction by receiver as price falls to 2mJohnny Ronan's St Valery's site is up for auction, presenting mixed zoning opportunities despite past planning difficulties.
Muslims say they need more burial space. Zoning board rejects Redland cemetery requestCommunity zoning board rejected the proposed Muslim cemetery in South Dade due to unspecified concerns despite the growing Muslim population's need.
ZAP postpones decision on Panda Express permit as commission fails to approve drive-through - Austin MonitorZoning and Platting Commission postponed a decision on a conditional use permit for a Panda Express drive-through due to neighborhood concerns.
TipSheet: Austin City Council, 9.12.24 - Austin MonitorThe Austin City Council is considering new noise mitigation responsibilities for hotels near existing music venues.
These towns are seeing results from the MBTA Communities ActThe MBTA Communities Act is igniting contrasting responses: resistance in some areas like Milton and enthusiastic acceptance leading to new housing initiatives in others.
Planning Commission postpones commercial rezoning of East Austin church - Austin MonitorThe Planning Commission's vote for the Alpha Seventh Day Adventist Church's rezoning must be redone due to a posting error.
TipSheet: Austin City Council, 9.12.24 - Austin MonitorThe Austin City Council is considering new noise mitigation responsibilities for hotels near existing music venues.
These towns are seeing results from the MBTA Communities ActThe MBTA Communities Act is igniting contrasting responses: resistance in some areas like Milton and enthusiastic acceptance leading to new housing initiatives in others.
Planning Commission postpones commercial rezoning of East Austin church - Austin MonitorThe Planning Commission's vote for the Alpha Seventh Day Adventist Church's rezoning must be redone due to a posting error.
Planners vote to preserve east side building despite developer opposition - Austin MonitorThe Planning Commission voted to advance historic zoning for a significant property, preserving its cultural and historical relevance to the community.
Why Related's High Line snag is seriousRelated's Hudson Yards project faces significant challenges despite its experience and resources due to complex rezoning processes and community opposition.
Community concerns arise over zoning changes and new housing developments driven by state legislation.
Why Related's High Line snag is seriousRelated's Hudson Yards project faces significant challenges despite its experience and resources due to complex rezoning processes and community opposition.
Community concerns arise over zoning changes and new housing developments driven by state legislation.
Foster Village aims to expand child services in North Austin - Austin MonitorFoster Village is expanding to better serve the increasing number of children in the child welfare system in North Austin.
Council pushes forward with density bonus changes - Austin MonitorDB90 zoning amendments aim to enhance economic prosperity and commercial space utilization in Austin, sparking concerns about their impact on residential neighborhoods.
Winthrop and Medway among the latest towns to chafe against the MBTA Communities ActThere is significant local resistance to the MBTA Communities Act's mandate to zone for multi-family housing amidst concerns about state overreach and local needs.
Court throws out pro-density law SB9Cities against state housing mandates won lawsuit invalidating SB9 in charter cities, impacting zoning for multiple homes on single lots.