Posts tagged Density
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Let Fairfax County grow
Local housing and transit advocates have a special responsibility to help Fairfax County chart a new course for land use. By succeeding, we can set an example for other suburbs to emulate. Keep reading…
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National links: California could experience a megaflood in the next 40 years, experts warn
A megaflood is coming to California. Urban density is globally beneficial, despite challenges. The Denver Regional Council of Governments is set to vote on a transportation plan that would take $900M away from highway expansions and put them towards active transportation projects. Keep reading…
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This map shows how low-density sprawl makes climate change worse
Most Americans surveyed in a recent poll (including a majority of city dwellers) believe that high density is bad for the environment. In reality, however, sprawl is probably much worse for creating carbon dioxide emissions. Keep reading…
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National links: Viral social media campaign pushes for “pedestrian dignity” over centering cars
Why we all could use a little pedestrian dignity. Many Americans think suburbs are greener than cities, a survey reveals. The science behind reckless driving. Keep reading…
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Top posts of 2021: Which neighborhood in Greater Washington has the highest density? Hint: It’s not in DC.
What does the US Census Bureau’s new census tract density map tell us about the region’s neighborhoods? Keep reading…
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Top stories of 2021: What the ‘Middle Finger’ building tells us about DC’s housing construction debate
A stand-out building near U Street highlights a key debate in DC’s housing space: how much should aesthetics matter? Keep reading…
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Where the region is building housing, and what it means for the climate
The region offers a useful lens on how development patterns over the past three decades have impacted both climate concerns and housing affordability. Keep reading…
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Which neighborhood in Greater Washington has the highest density? Hint: It’s not in DC.
What does the US Census Bureau’s new census tract density map tell us about the region’s neighborhoods? Keep reading…
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Not tickled by TikTok? Try these urbanist entries
Learn about density, pedestrian safety, environmental racism and more with these urbanist TikToks. Keep reading…
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What the ‘Middle Finger’ building tells us about DC’s housing construction debate
A stand-out building near U Street highlights a key debate in DC’s housing space: how much should aesthetics matter? Keep reading…