Posts by Wyatt Gordon — Contributor
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Virginia isn’t making it any easier to build ADUs
ADUs are technically legal but practically unfeasible in Virginia. Why won’t state legislators make them easier to build? Keep reading…
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The fight for funding to prevent traffic fatalities in Virginia
Several initiatives at the federal and state levels have promised to fund more pedestrian and bicycling infrastructure and reduce a steadily increasing amount of traffic deaths. Is it finally enough for Virgina to adequately fund Vision Zero initiatives? Keep reading…
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Roanoke trail shuttle presents model for similar rural sites considering transit
Virginia’s Department of Rail and Public Transportation gave Roanoke County a grant in 2022 to relieve parking congestion at its popular rural trailheads. The pilot was successful and the service starts again on March 3. Could something similar happen at other sites across Virginia? Keep reading…
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Leveraging public land to house Virginia’s public servants
Several counties in the Richmond area are experimenting with use of public land to build affordable housing. Could other Virginia counties learn from their initiatives? Keep reading…
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GRTC’s new CEO shares her vision
The Greater Richmond Transit Company (GRTC) is grappling with the same challenges facing every transit agency right now. Its new CEO, Sheryl Adams, talks through the challenges and opportunities. Keep reading…
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Could plans to redevelop Richmond’s Coliseum include reparations?
Richmond destroyed a Black neighborhood to build its Coliseum. Will the city’s redevelopment plans for the site include reparations to displaced families? Keep reading…
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Exclusionary local tactics preventing starter home development in Virginia
While some Virginia localities pursue subtler exclusionary zoning tactics, state officials are contemplating statewide land use reforms to streamline housing development. Keep reading…
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Electric rail investment is coming to the Mid-Atlantic. Is Virginia prepared?
Amtrak, North Carolina Railroad, and the Biden Administration are investing in new electric options for the Northeast Corridor and beyond. How ready is Virginia to take advantage of these advances? Keep reading…
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Richmond’s long-overlooked Southside is growing rapidly, but can it grow equitably?
Richmond is growing rapidly and has more development in progress and planned. Will the city expand equitably? Keep reading…
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Why should it cost $2.5 million to lower the speed limit 5 mph in Richmond?
When a bill to lower speed limits to 20 mph across the city of Richmond, Va. passed in 2022, officials stated the new limit would have to be posted on every block, with a price tag the city couldn’t afford. For now, Richmonders are stuck with higher speeds. Keep reading…