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https://dublincityfilmoffice.ie/filming-location/blessington-street-basin-3/ | 2023-12-11T18:02:37 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-50/segments/1700679516047.98/warc/CC-MAIN-20231211174901-20231211204901-00690.warc.gz | 0.947023 | 242 | CC-MAIN-2023-50 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-50__0__281803386 | en | Blessington Basin is a real secret garden, only a 15-minute walk from Upper O’Connell St. Go past Parnell Square on Frederick St which becomes Blessington St, where charming Georgian doors and features remain. Through the iron gates you’ll be greeted by sweet-scented flowers, mature trees & serene swans on the water. Relax on a bench or stroll along the walkway. The Basin Keeper’s cottage, built in 1811, is picture-perfect.
Refurbished in 1994, the park is surrounded by high stone walls and lined with plants and seating. At the far end you will find a children’s playground, exercise stations, fanciful bronze sculptures, a mixed-use games area and even beehives.
Blessington Street Basin is one of the most unusual parks in the city, as 80 percent of the area of the park is water. It was formerly a city reservoir that supplied homes until 1885, then Powers & Jamesons distilleries until the 1970s. An artificial island has been developed in the centre to create a refuge for the ducks and swans that regard the basin as home. | urban_planning |
http://uc.wisc.edu/masterplan/about.html | 2015-04-01T05:45:39 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2015-14/segments/1427131303502.37/warc/CC-MAIN-20150323172143-00022-ip-10-168-14-71.ec2.internal.warc.gz | 0.948652 | 1,776 | CC-MAIN-2015-14 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2015-14__0__142008016 | en | Back to the Future
What will campus look like in the years ahead? The university’s new master plan finds answers in a surprising place: a century-old document that inspired some of the UW’s most treasured spaces.
These days, the campus skyline is punctured by the wheeling steel booms of construction cranes, unmistakable reminders that change is afoot. UW-Madison is building for the future — erecting new laboratories, academic buildings, and residence halls as part of its biggest construction boom since the 1960s. But as they lay the foundations of tomorrow’s campus, the UW’s planners are guided as much by the university’s past as its future.
For the past year, campus planners have been engaged in drafting the university’s new master plan, a document that defines the principles by which the physical spaces of campus are organized. More than just a map that plops down building sites, a master plan is a campus-as-canvas exercise that re-imagines how the university grounds might look and feel for generations to come. The UW has drafted dozens of master plans during the past century, some of which were followed, others abandoned. The last plan, finished in 1996, led to implementation of more than 80 percent of its ideas.
But with so much new development under way, this plan may turn out to be one of the most influential in campus history. Set to be unveiled publicly this fall, the new plan envisions using buildings to capture and create dynamic open spaces as compelling as the Memorial Union Terrace and Henry Mall, as well as establishing new academic neighborhoods, achieving more architectural harmony, and providing better ways of getting around.
The inspiration behind it all, however, is anything but futuristic. Many of its principles are drawn from or inspired by an architect’s vision for the campus first unveiled in 1908. That plan, drafted by the Philadelphia firm of Laird and Cret, with the help of then-state architect Arthur Peabody, found its roots in the City Beautiful movement, which swept through the United States after Chicago’s Columbian Exposition in 1893. Aimed to bring American cities in line with their European counterparts, City Beautiful plans used Beaux-Arts style to help inspire civic devotion.
But the 1908 campus master plan did more than that. It imposed order on the rapidly expanding campus, setting buildings at cardinal points instead of at odd angles, and designating so-called “hero buildings” and “good-soldier buildings” to create grand spaces such as Henry Mall, where the imposing Agricultural Hall was set off by buildings that sat shoulder-to-shoulder on either flank. Though never formally adopted, it governed campus development until 1933, laying the groundwork for many of the quadrangles and gathering spaces that dot the modern campus.
But“It’s very classic in its design layout, and that’s what we’re heading back to,” says Gary Brown ’84, campus director of planning and landscape architecture. “What are the classic images of college campuses, and what does it mean to set buildings on grids? The 1908 plan talked about ’Äògood-soldier buildings’ that all go together; they organize open spaces and bring sense to the overall plan.”
UW-Madison is not the first school to return to the visions of plans drawn in the early twentieth century. Johns Hopkins University and Emory University looked to the past when reviving their master plans. The University of Virginia returned to some of founder Thomas Jefferson’s sketches of an “academical village” when it was looking for ways to improve and bring order to its campus.
“We are looking back as we look forward,” says Luanne Greene, a principal at the Baltimore architectural and planning firm of Ayers/Saint/Gross, which is the lead consultant on the UW master plan project. “There is an aesthetic wisdom in these older plans, because they prioritize open space as a part of good design.”
More than just an exercise in reminiscence, the new master plan seizes on aspects of the 1908 plan that never materialized and applies its principles to areas of campus that weren’t around back then. For example, planners drew inspiration from the old document to carve a longago- envisioned pedestrian mall that will anchor the east end of campus, running through a planned arts-and-humanities district and leading to Lake Mendota. They also laid out a more densely developed health sciences campus to the west, one that includes a west campus union and a new lakeshore housing development that would address a crucial on-campus housing need and create a quadrangle with striking views of the lake.
“We think that one of the things that people treasure, like Muir Knoll, the Lakeshore Path, and Picnic Point,” says Alan Fish MS’01, associate vice chancellor for facilities, planning, and management. “It’s possible for us to define more of those spaces all over campus. They are all part of the quality of this campus. When you add that to the setting we have on a lake, open space is part of what makes us a national brand and a unique place to go to college.”
In some ways, Wisconsin’s campus lost its architectural compass in the 1950s and ’60s, when planners scrambled to erect buildings to accommodate the demographic tidal wave of veterans cashing in on the GI Bill and the vanguard of the baby boomer generation. Hard on the heels of that development frenzy came the parking demands of the 1970s and 1980s, which gobbled up a great deal of open space on campus. The pressures of growth — as well as the reality that UWMadison is bounded on all four sides — led to a haphazard approach, creating a mish-mash of architectural styles in which, for example, the slab-like McArdle Cancer Research Building is connected to the far more stately, tile-roofed Nutritional Sciences Building, or the Law School’s contemporary addition clashes with the rest of Bascom Hill, which is a National Register Historic District.
But aging buildings offer an opportunity to return to older principles. Many of the sixties-generation structures, like Humanities, Ogg Hall, and Van Hise, are falling into disrepair and are impractical to renovate. Thinking smarter about parking — using ramps instead of lots, for example, and designing more efficient traffic flows and bus routes — may free up needed space. And this time around, redevelopment will be guided by consistent architectural principles — another feature of the 1908 plan, which introduced the notion of distinct academic neighborhoods within campus.
Back then, the UW was evolving from a college to a university, and the plan helped create clusters of buildings that housed related disciplines, forming villagelike districts that developed their own identity and gathering places. Planners want to see future development adhere to better-defined architectural styles so that the sense of unified neighborhoods returns.
“The elegance of the campus is dependent on coherence, quality, and balance between its grounds and buildings,” Greene says. “These neighborhoods have discrete characteristics, which need to be understood and respected.”
That’s not to say design guidelines will impose cookie-cutter architecture. “It would be downright boring,” says Brown. “But if we can have neighborhoods of buildings that use the same types of materials, and have similar massing, scale, roofing systems, and window patterns, maybe we can bring the campus together better on a more human scale.”
And that, planners say, is what this process is all about: creating a campus that continues to feel more human, more inviting, and more steeped in tradition, even as it continues to grow. As architects with Ayers/Saint/Gross describe it, “Great campuses are like great symphony orchestras, with most of the buildings and grounds playing in harmony, but with an occasional soloist providing interest.”
With that in mind, what notes can we expect UW-Madison’s campus to ring in the future? On the next few pages, we offer a glimpse of how the master plan envisions a few key neighborhoods developing in the years to come.
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https://thecourtdirect.com/los-angeles-california-proposition-ula-tax-on-5-million-house-sales-initiative-november-2022/ | 2023-12-02T15:43:00 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-50/segments/1700679100427.59/warc/CC-MAIN-20231202140407-20231202170407-00591.warc.gz | 0.930772 | 2,328 | CC-MAIN-2023-50 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-50__0__247354670 | en | Los Angeles, California, Proposition ULA, Tax on $5 Million House Sales Initiative (November 2022)
Measure ULA is a landmark ballot initiative passed by Los Angeles voters in November 2022. It enacted a tax on high-value property sales to generate funding for affordable housing and services to prevent homelessness. Specifically, it imposes a 4% tax on property transfers over $5 million and a 5.5% tax on transfers over $10 million.
Why Was Measure ULA Proposed?
Measure ULA was developed in response to Los Angeles’ severe housing affordability crisis. LA has one of the least affordable housing markets in the nation, fueled by a shortage of affordable homes, rising rents and home prices, and stagnant incomes for many residents. This has contributed to a surge in homelessness across the region. Despite efforts by the city, adequate resources have not been available to address the massive need for affordable housing and support for homeless and at-risk residents. Measure ULA was proposed to create a dedicated local funding source to help tackle these interconnected issues.
Key Provisions of Measure ULA
The key components of Measure ULA include:
- Taxes on high-value property sales to generate estimated annual revenue of $600 million – $1.1 billion.
- Dedication of funding for affordable housing development and services to prevent homelessness.
- Establishment of citizen oversight, audits, and detailed expenditure planning.
- Exemptions for affordable housing organizations and government entities.
- Requirements for affordable housing supported by the funds.
Background: LA’s Housing Crisis
The Affordable Housing Shortage
Los Angeles has faced a severe shortage of affordable housing for many years. Approximately 560,000 low-income tenant households compete for roughly 300,000 affordable rental units. Vacancy rates have remained extremely low, around 5%. At the same time, market-rate rents and home values have skyrocketed. This lack of affordable supply puts enormous cost burdens on lower and moderate income residents. More than half of LA renters are “rent burdened”, paying over 30% of income on housing.
The affordable housing crisis has directly contributed to a dramatic rise in homelessness across LA over the past decade. The 2022 point-in-time count found over 69,000 homeless residents in the city and county, a 4.1% increase from 2020. The true number is likely even higher. On any given night, thousands sleep on the streets, in vehicles, or in shelters across Los Angeles. The human suffering and costs for the region have been enormous.
While the city has worked to address homelessness and affordable housing needs, the resources available have not matched the scale of the crisis. Funding has been constrained and inconsistent from year-to-year. Measure ULA was specifically designed to establish a sizable dedicated local funding source that could make major inroads on these immense challenges over time.
Key Provisions of Measure ULA
Measure ULA contains a number of detailed provisions to implement the transfer tax and direct the billions in projected revenue to housing and homelessness programs.
Taxes on High-Value Property Sales
The central component is the new taxes on high-value property sales:
- 4% tax on property transfers valued at over $5 million
- 5.5% tax on transfers over $10 million
This applies to all types of commercial and residential property sales and transfers by individuals and entities. Based on recent sales volumes, these tiered taxes are expected to generate between $600 million and $1.1 billion per year.
Exemptions are included for:
- Affordable housing organizations
- Government entities
- Property acquired through eminent domain
- Transfers between family members
These avoid imposing the tax on transfers that would not contribute to higher housing costs.
The House LA Fund
The measure establishes a dedicated House LA Fund within the city treasury to receive all proceeds from the new taxes. This centralizes and accounts for the revenue separately from other city funds.
Allocation of Funds
At least 92% of the House LA Fund must be spent on affordable housing and homelessness prevention programs. Specifically:
- Affordable Housing Program – for development, acquisition, and preservation of affordable rental and ownership housing. At least 50% of program funds must be used for extremely low-income households.
- Homeless Prevention Program – for services to assist tenants and people experiencing homelessness or at risk, such as legal aid, rent subsidies, and outreach.
Up to 8% can be used for administration, oversight, reporting, and auditing.
Measure ULA sets a number of standards for affordable housing supported by these funds:
- Minimum 55 year affordability restrictions
- Prevailing wage requirements
- Right of first refusal for displaced tenants
- Project labor agreements for larger projects
This ensures the housing built meets key policy goals.
Strict oversight provisions include:
- 15-member Citizens Oversight Committee to guide policies, conduct needs assessments, and audit expenditures
- Annual detailed expenditure plans
- Public reporting on all spending
This oversight is intended to ensure accountability, transparency, and wise use of the funds.
Path to the Ballot
Measure ULA was initiated through a signature gathering campaign led by the coalition United to House LA.
- Over 98,000 signatures were submitted, well over the 61,076 required.
- Following verification, the LA City Council voted 14-0 in June 2022 to place the initiative on the November 8 ballot.
This demonstrated strong public support to enable voters to decide on Measure ULA.
The Measure ULA campaign saw relatively little organized opposition, but some dissent.
A very broad coalition backed Measure ULA, including:
- Affordable housing developers
- Tenant rights groups
- Social service providers
- Democratic Party organizations
- YIMBY groups
- Environmental advocates
They argued it presented a bold, desperately needed solution to address homelessness and housing through dedicated funding.
- Commercial real estate interests
- Taxpayer groups
- Business organizations
Their opposition centered on the tax burden and potential market impacts. However, there was limited funding to defeat the measure.
On November 8, 2022, Los Angeles voters approved Measure ULA by a solid margin:
- Yes – 57.77%
- No – 42.23%
This victory demonstrated clear public support for the measure’s approach to funding housing affordability and homelessness programs. The stage was now set for implementation.
Aftermath and Legal Challenge
While Measure ULA was now law, opponents made one last ditch effort to block it in the courts.
- In December 2022, the Howard Jarvis Taxpayers Association and landlord groups sued to overturn Measure ULA as unconstitutional.
- However, in September 2023 the lawsuit was dismissed by a federal judge. Measure ULA had prevailed again.
With the court challenge resolved, the path was clear for the taxes and programs enacted under Measure ULA to move forward.
With the legal questions settled, the practical work began to set up systems for tax collection and program funding under Measure ULA.
The first task was to establish methods to identify, assess, and collect the new transfer taxes on high-value property sales. The Los Angeles County Assessor worked closely with the city to update records, provide valuations, and implement the tiered 4% and 5.5% tax rates.
By early 2024, the system was in place to begin receiving tax payments on applicable transactions. Though a ramp up period was expected, revenue began growing steadily.
Concurrently, the Los Angeles Housing Department (LAHD) developed its process for making funding allocations under Measure ULA guidelines.
Competitive applications were solicited for affordable housing development, rental assistance, eviction prevention, and other programs. LAHD staff reviewed and selected proposals for funding annually.
By 2025, the first major rounds of Measure ULA grants were disbursed to nonprofit housing developers, service providers, and legal aid organizations. Funding quickly reached hundreds of millions of dollars annually.
While long-term results will take years to fully realize, the early effects of Measure ULA funding are emerging.
New Affordable Housing
- Thousands of new affordable apartments and homes are underway across LA.
- Many projects expedited since ready proposals existed but lacked funding.
- Estimated 10,000+ units completed or started within 3 years.
- Expanded rental subsidies and eviction prevention assistance helping stabilize thousands of households.
- Growth in legal aid has improved tenant protections.
- Improved shelter and permanent housing options, but still lagging need.
- Some criticize slow pace of visible results so far, though major projects take time.
- Questions about distribution of funds across neighborhoods and populations.
- Concerns from real estate industry about higher transaction costs.
Robust oversight has been implemented along with Measure ULA funding.
Citizens Oversight Committee
- 15 member body guides policies, reviews funding plans, and audits spending.
- Provides important citizen voice in the process.
Annual Expenditure Plans
- LAHD publishes detailed plans showing 3-year projections of revenue, spending allocations across programs, and expected outcomes.
- All program spending is searchable through online databases.
- Regular reporting to elected officials and public on progress.
This oversight structure enables transparency and accountability for Measure ULA.
While impact is underway, Measure ULA is just beginning to address LA’s massive housing and homelessness challenges.
- Significant affordable housing shortfalls will remain.
- Homelessness likely to be an ongoing crisis for years.
- Inflation and rising costs could undermine purchasing power over time.
This indicates the need for sustained and expanded funding through Measure ULA and additional policy actions over the long-term. Possible future steps include:
- Increasing tax rates if necessary.
- Expanding exemptions for certain transfers.
- Allocating more funds for permanent supportive housing.
- Adding set asides for transitional age youth and domestic violence survivors.
Measure ULA provides an important foundation, but more work ahead to fully confront the regional housing crisis.
The passage of Measure ULA marked a major milestone in efforts to address homelessness and housing affordability through dedicated local funding. While long-term impacts will take time to fully assess, the measure is already channeling hundreds of millions annually to constructive purposes. With strong oversight and the potential for adaptions moving forward, Measure ULA offers hope for measurable progress on these critical challenges over the coming years. Though no single solution, it represents an important step toward housing stability and security for the most vulnerable Los Angeles residents.
What does Measure ULA do?
Measure ULA enacts taxes on high-value property sales to generate over $1 billion per year for affordable housing and services to prevent homelessness in Los Angeles.
How are Measure ULA funds used?
At least 92% of funds support the Affordable Housing Program and Homeless Prevention Program. Up to 8% can be used for administration and oversight.
How is Measure ULA funded?
The funding source is a 4% tax on property transfers over $5 million in value and 5.5% tax on transfers over $10 million in value.
Who supported Measure ULA?
A broad coalition of affordable housing developers, service providers, unions, tenant groups, faith organizations, and others backed the measure.
Who opposed Measure ULA?
Opposition was led by commercial real estate interests, taxpayer advocates, and business organizations concerned about costs. | urban_planning |
http://www.valleymls.com/landlots-for-sale/AL/Rainsville/35986 | 2018-07-18T10:55:27 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2018-30/segments/1531676590127.2/warc/CC-MAIN-20180718095959-20180718115959-00202.warc.gz | 0.869825 | 1,150 | CC-MAIN-2018-30 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2018-30__0__175000401 | en | Rainsville AL Real Estate & Land for Sale
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The median home value in Rainsville, AL is $148,000. This is higher than the county median home value of $90,500. The national median home value is $185,800. The average price of homes sold in Rainsville, AL is $148,000. Approximately 58.37% of Rainsville homes are owned, compared to 28.15% rented, while 13.49% are vacant. Rainsville real estate listings include condos, townhomes, and single family homes for sale. Commercial properties are also available. If you see a property you're interested in, contact a Rainsville real estate agent to arrange a tour today! Learn more about Rainsville Real Estate.
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$159,000 398 Heaton Road Rainsville, AL 35986
LOOKING FOR A FARM? MAYBE A NEW DEVELOPMENT? BEAUTIFUL 37 ACRES OF LAND between Rainsville and Fyffe in the Shiloh Community. The "Old Homeplace" has century old trees and a farmhouse built in the 1950's with a tin roof and well house. Level and mostly wooded with frontage on two paved roads. Great location approximately one-quarter of a mile from Highway 75. Call now...this is a rare find!
Don't let this opportunity pass you by! Multiple acres of this 51/52 acres +/- property is zoned B-3 (general commercial district) off Highway 75 in Rainsville city limits. Power and water available. Optimal visibility. Property includes ponds, is fenced, and would be suitable for cattle/agricultural purposes.
Looking for that spot of land on Sand Mountain? Here ya go! Don't let this 5.59 acre tract slip thru your fingers. Water meter and septic in property. Wooded and clear spots on property. Perfect for that dream home you have always wanted!
$112,000 Carter St Rainsville, AL 35986
APPROXIMATELY 9.12 ACRES WOODED AND 4.63 CLEARED ACERS INSIDE RAINSVILLE CITY LIMITS. 1.5 MILES FROM PLAINVIEW SCHOOL. GOOD DEVELOPMENT PROPERTY. 6 MILES FROM I 59.
LOCATION LOCATION! Beautiful water view building lot that goes to lake, water, sewer and natural gas available
WATER VIEW BUILDING LOT: water, sewer, natural gas available
NICE BUILDING LOT WITH WATER VIEW: water, sewer and natural gas available
WATER VIEW BUILDING LOT: very desirable building lot that goes to lake, water, sewer and natural gas available
WATER VIEW BUILDING LOT: level, water view of lake, lot goes up to lake, water, sewer, and natural gas available
WOODED BUILDING LOT: this lot offers view of lake and goes up to lake, water, sewer and natural gas available. RARE FIND!
LAKE VIEW CORNER LOT: Beautiful wooded building lot that goes to lake edge, view of lake, water, sewer, natural gas available.
LAKE VIEW LOT: great building lot on lake w/water, sewer, and natural gas, great area, super lot.
LAKE VIEW LOT: this lot goes up to lake, water, sewer, and natural gas.
LOCATION LOCATION : Great building lot w/Water, Sewer, Natural gas, close in to town, great area.
BEAUTIFUL BUILDING LOT: water, sewer, and natural gas available, great area.
LOOKING FOR JUST THE RIGHT SPOT TO BUILD A NEW HOME? Beautiful 1.5 acres in Rainsville with paved road frontage, public water, and light restrictions. No minimum size requirements and located just outside the Rainsville City Limits. Call me and let's make your dream a reality.
Large, cleared lot great for building site. Natural gas and city water available. Call today to make your appointment.
$128,000 Rainbow Avenue Rainsville, AL 35986
LAND-LAND-LAND on Rainbow Avenue in Rainsville. 27.47 +/- acres of Woods and open land with an old home place. So many options with this piece of history. Continue the memories in the old home place or select the perfect spot to build a new house or cabin in the woods. Call it HOME today!
$16,700 Tucker Road Rainsville, AL 35986
Beautiful quiet neighborhood minutes from town. Call today and get started on your future home.
RAINSVILLE - 5 Acres / Wooded / Nice building Site / Paved Road Frontage / Boarders on small branch of Bengis Creek / outside city limits
RAINSVILLE - 12.16 Acres with a lot of paved road frontage, wooded, city water available, great location.
Rainsville,5.02 acre tract. Nice and level home site all cleared and ready to build on. Located in Graceful Acres on Maple Ave. New development, restricted and not crowded. Only $37,500
Rainsville, nice 3.37 acre tract all cleared and ready to build on. Located in Graceful Acres on Garrett Street. New development, restricted and not crowded. Only $26,000.
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https://www.verifytenant.com/blog/rental-rates-grow-at-par-with-average-wages | 2023-12-06T15:12:27 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-50/segments/1700679100599.20/warc/CC-MAIN-20231206130723-20231206160723-00676.warc.gz | 0.950345 | 211 | CC-MAIN-2023-50 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-50__0__66187629 | en | After years of seeing double-digit increase in rental prices across the U.S, renters are beginning to see a much more moderate rise.
Additional building is giving renters more options and adding to the country's housing supply, having added 310,300 multi-family buildings last year, a 21.4% growth from 2014, according to figures from the Commerce Department. The result? A median rent rise of a seasonally adjusted 2.6% in June of 2016, compared to the previous year, a number that matches the increase in average hourly wages, according to data gathered reported by Zillow.
Certain cities, such as New York City and Los Angeles, continue to report rises above the national average, however, rental costs in most suburban areas have decelerated after years of consistently exceeding earnings growth. The median monthly rent nationwide was $1,409.
Shelter accounts for a third of all consumer expenses, according to the consumer price index, which is why this moderation in rental price jumps can be so valued by consumers. | urban_planning |
https://traveltrade.today/travel-startups/notable-travel-startups/news/independence-avenue-sw-temporary-travel-lane-and-sidewalk-closures/ | 2024-04-18T23:56:10 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-18/segments/1712296817249.26/warc/CC-MAIN-20240418222029-20240419012029-00735.warc.gz | 0.925182 | 737 | CC-MAIN-2024-18 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-18__0__65164293 | en | (Washington, DC) –DC Water’s contractor on the Potomac River Tunnel Project will continue potholing operations along Independence Avenue, SW between Ohio Drive and West Basin Drive on or about April 15 – 17, 2024, weather permitting. This work requires the temporary closure of one eastbound travel lane, one westbound travel lane, and the portion of the sidewalk adjacent to West Potomac Park along Independence Avenue during work hours. Please refer to Maps A, B, and C for additional details.
Potholing is a method for investigating the locations of underground utilities. The road will be restored when the investigation work is completed. Potholing is necessary to prepare the site for constructing the Potomac River Tunnel (PRT).
Independence Avenue, SW Work (Maps A, B, & C)
- Date: April 15 – April 17, 2024, weather permitting
- Time: Monday – Wednesday from 9:30 am – 2:30 pm
- Location: Independence Avenue, SW between Ohio Drive and West Basin Drive
- Traffic Patterns and Pedestrian Detours:
- Traffic: Temporary lane closures on portions of Independence Avenue, SW between Ohio Drive and West Basin Drive, and on the eastbound and westbound travel lanes.
- Pedestrian Detours: Temporary sidewalk closures adjacent to West Potomac Park between Independence Avenue, SW, and West Basin Drive, SW.
Map A: (Independence Ave, SW) Potholing – April 15th.
Map B: (Independence Ave, SW) Potholing – April 16th
Map C: (Independence Ave, SW) Potholing – April 17th
- Commuters and pedestrians will notice road signs/and flagging personnel directing them through the temporary closures.
- Please plan your travel routes accordingly and anticipate potential delays. Traffic control measures will be in place to guide motorists safely through the area.
- Alternative pedestrian routes will be provided, and signage will be posted to direct pedestrians to safe pathways. Refer to the illustrations above for additional details.
The Potomac River Tunnel is the next major phase of the DC Clean Rivers Project. The project consists of a large-diameter deep sewer tunnel, diversion facilities, drop shafts, and support structures to capture flows from existing combined sewer overflows (CSOs) along the Potomac River and convey them to the Blue Plains Advanced Wastewater Treatment Plant. The project is needed to reduce CSOs that contribute to water quality impairment of the Potomac River and ultimately the Chesapeake Bay; and to comply with the 2005 Federal Consent Decree entered by DC Water, the District of Columbia, the US Environmental Protection Agency, and the US Department of Justice, as amended in January 2016.
CSOs are released into the Potomac River from CSO Outfalls during rainfalls that exceed the system’s capacity. CSOs impair water quality by increasing water bacteria levels, contributing to low dissolved oxygen impacting aquatic life, and increasing the amount of trash in waterways. An estimated 654 million gallons of CSOs currently enter the Potomac River in a year of average rainfall. The proposed controls are estimated to reduce the volume of CSOs to the Potomac River by 93% and reduce their frequency from approximately 74 events to 4 events in a year of average rainfall.
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Project Email: [email protected]
Project Website: www.dcwater.com/prt
DC Water 24-hour Emergency: 202-612-3400 | urban_planning |
http://puttinmotorcyclemagazine.com/2019/10/28/tips-for-stabilizing-soil-in-a-sloped-yard/ | 2023-09-30T12:02:21 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-40/segments/1695233510676.40/warc/CC-MAIN-20230930113949-20230930143949-00071.warc.gz | 0.960639 | 490 | CC-MAIN-2023-40 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-40__0__100083912 | en | Ideally, all homes would be built on lots that are completely flat. Unfortunately, the topography in some areas makes that impossible, so many people own homes that are on sloped lots. When you have a sloped yard, it is important to take the proper steps to ensure that the soil is stable in order to prevent erosion and other issues. Doing so will help ensure that you can have a beautifully landscaped yard that does not experience regular problems. If you have a sloped yard, use the following tips to help stabilize the soil:
Plant Grass and Ground-Covering Shrubs
One of the easiest ways to stabilize a slope in your yard is by planting the right vegetation. Both grass and ground-covering shrubs are great for a yard that is sloped. As the grass and shrubs grow and develop a root system, the soil on the sloped portion of the yard will be at a much lower risk of erosion. Make sure that you consult a landscape designer to assist you in selecting the right type of grass and shrubs for your climate. You will also need to take into consideration how much sunlight the sloped area of your yard receives when selecting grass and shrubs to plant.
Ensure That There Is Good Drainage
One of the keys to landscaping a sloped yard and ensuring that the soil remains stable is good drainage. Failure to address the drainage in your sloped yard almost guarantees that you will have erosion problems. The drainage system that you will need will depend on how steep the slope is. With a gentle slope, drainage may be controlled by installing rock areas down the hill to absorb and divert water. With a steeper slope, it may be necessary to install drains that will remove water.
Build Retaining Walls
Retaining walls can add a lot of visual appeal to a yard, but they are also an excellent tool for soil stabilization. In some cases, one retaining wall may be all that you need, but for a steep slope, you may want to consider having several terraced retaining walls in order to best stabilize the soil and prevent erosion. If you want the best results possible, you should have the retaining walls professionally designed and installed by an experienced landscaping company. A landscaping professional will know exactly where to build the retaining walls to keep the soil on the slope stable.
For more information, contact a slope stabilization professional.Share
28 October 2019 | urban_planning |
https://loldamn.com/what-is-a-plot-plan-drawing/ | 2023-10-01T14:58:43 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-40/segments/1695233510903.85/warc/CC-MAIN-20231001141548-20231001171548-00240.warc.gz | 0.93893 | 1,063 | CC-MAIN-2023-40 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-40__0__188951602 | en | What Is a Plot Plan Drawing?
A plot plan drawing, also known as a site plan or lot plan, is a detailed illustration that shows the layout of a property. It provides a visual representation of the land and its features, including buildings, driveways, trees, and other important elements. Plot plan drawings are essential in various industries, including architecture, construction, real estate, and landscaping. They serve as a crucial tool for understanding and planning the development of a property.
A plot plan drawing typically includes several key components. These may vary depending on the purpose of the drawing, but commonly include:
1. Property boundaries: The plot plan clearly marks the boundaries of the property, showing where the land begins and ends.
2. Buildings and structures: The drawing showcases the location and dimensions of existing buildings, as well as any proposed structures.
3. Access points: It indicates driveways, pathways, and entrances to the property, including their dimensions and locations.
4. Utilities: Plot plans often include the placement of utility lines such as gas, water, and electricity, as well as septic systems and drainage.
5. Landscaping features: The drawing may depict existing trees, shrubs, and other landscape elements, as well as proposed landscaping changes.
6. Elevation changes: If the property has varying terrain or slopes, the plot plan drawing will represent these changes in height.
7. Setbacks: Plot plans indicate the required distances between buildings and property lines, as mandated local building codes or zoning regulations.
8. Parking areas: The location and dimensions of parking spaces, garages, or carports are often included in the plot plan drawing.
9. Outdoor amenities: If there are any outdoor amenities such as patios, decks, or swimming pools, their placement will be illustrated on the plot plan.
10. Drainage and grading: The drawing may show how water will flow on the property, including culverts, swales, and drainage systems.
11. Legal descriptions: Plot plans often include legal descriptions of the property, including lot numbers and other relevant information.
12. North arrow and scale: A plot plan drawing should have a north arrow to indicate the orientation of the property, and a scale to show the relative sizes of features.
13. Date and revision history: It is important to include the date of the drawing and any revisions made to ensure accuracy and track changes over time.
Common Questions and Answers:
1. Why do I need a plot plan drawing?
A plot plan drawing is essential for understanding the layout and features of a property, whether you are planning construction, landscaping, or selling the property.
2. How do I obtain a plot plan drawing?
You can hire a professional surveyor, architect, or drafter to create a plot plan drawing for your property.
3. Can I create a plot plan drawing myself?
If you have the necessary skills and knowledge, you can create a plot plan drawing yourself. However, it is recommended to hire a professional for accuracy and compliance with local regulations.
4. Are plot plan drawings required for building permits?
Yes, plot plan drawings are often required when applying for building permits to ensure compliance with setback requirements and other regulations.
5. How much does a plot plan drawing cost?
The cost of a plot plan drawing varies depending on the complexity of the property and the professional hired. It is best to obtain quotes from different professionals.
6. Can a plot plan drawing be used for landscaping purposes?
Yes, a plot plan drawing is commonly used as a reference for landscaping projects, helping to visualize the placement of trees, plants, and other features.
7. Can I make changes to my plot plan drawing?
Yes, if changes are necessary, the plot plan can be revised. However, it is important to keep records of all revisions and update the drawing accordingly.
8. Can a plot plan drawing be used for legal disputes?
Yes, a plot plan drawing can serve as evidence in legal disputes regarding property boundaries or encroachments.
9. Are plot plan drawings necessary for selling or buying a property?
Plot plan drawings can be helpful in real estate transactions, providing potential buyers with a clear understanding of the property’s layout and features.
10. Do plot plan drawings include interior floor plans?
No, plot plan drawings focus primarily on the exterior layout of the property and do not typically include detailed interior floor plans.
11. Can I use a plot plan drawing for property insurance purposes?
A plot plan drawing can be useful for insurance purposes, as it provides an accurate representation of the property’s features and layout.
12. How often should I update my plot plan drawing?
It is recommended to update your plot plan drawing whenever significant changes occur on the property, such as the addition of new structures or major landscaping changes.
13. Are plot plan drawings the same as blueprints?
No, plot plan drawings focus on the site layout, while blueprints provide detailed architectural and structural plans for buildings. However, plot plan drawings are often included as part of a complete set of construction blueprints. | urban_planning |
https://triffic.app/en/build-an-empire?utm_source=gpspay&utm_medium=website&utm_campaign=learn-more | 2021-06-16T10:35:58 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2021-25/segments/1623487623596.16/warc/CC-MAIN-20210616093937-20210616123937-00184.warc.gz | 0.940063 | 156 | CC-MAIN-2021-25 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2021-25__0__160683490 | en | Whenever you rent or purchase virtual land, it will appear in the land manager dashboard, which provides an at-a-glance overview of your land plots.
Clicking on a land plot will bring you to the page, which lets you easily rename it, plus also showing the average daily revenue in Triffic Miles that it brings in. If a plot of land is owned as a freehold, then the user also has the option to view further details, and even sell it via the NFT Virtual Land Market on the GPS Pay App.
And that's all there is to it. Not only is owning or renting virtual land on the Triffic Map super simple, but it provides a turn-key opportunity to start earning real revenues for zero cash investment. | urban_planning |
https://francescaserafini.com/blog.html/i-have-sold-a-property-at-3512-15-street-sw-in-calgary-7753714 | 2023-03-30T13:54:58 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-14/segments/1679296949331.26/warc/CC-MAIN-20230330132508-20230330162508-00649.warc.gz | 0.936206 | 244 | CC-MAIN-2023-14 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-14__0__244941469 | en | I have sold a property at 3512 15 STREET SW in Calgary
July 7, 2022
I have sold a property at 3512 15 STREET SW in Calgary.
Investor Alert!!! Highly sought after Multi-Family development site in prestigious Altadore/Marda Loop area. Land value only this M-C1 lot offers approx. 6,100 sq./ft. (50x121ft.) of development area. Developers will notice this property is located within minutes to restaurants, coffee shops, Blush Lane, Safeway, Shoppers, daily amenities, schools, health & fitness, transit and much, much more... Mins to Downtown and it's inner city amenities.
Data is supplied by Pillar 9™ MLS® System. Pillar 9™ is the owner of the copyright in its MLS®System. Data is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed accurate by Pillar 9™.
The trademarks MLS®, Multiple Listing Service® and the associated logos are owned by The Canadian Real Estate Association (CREA) and identify the quality of services provided by real estate professionals who are members of CREA. Used under license. | urban_planning |
http://yccondos.com/news/may-update-building-the-foundation/ | 2021-08-05T18:34:26 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2021-31/segments/1627046156141.29/warc/CC-MAIN-20210805161906-20210805191906-00114.warc.gz | 0.930417 | 278 | CC-MAIN-2021-31 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2021-31__0__123195554 | en | The YC Condos site continues to be very active. The excavation of what was the existing basement and foundation wall has been completed and we’re now continuing the shoring process on the site.
Shoring is important because it prevents the soil from collapsing as you excavate the site and dig the hole, which will make way for the building’s 5-level underground parking garage. Wondering how the actual process works? The construction workers use a large drill to dig deep into the ground (many times and tightly together) along the perimeter of the site to form a wall that will eventually maintain the foundation wall. The shoring wall is necessary because it prevents the soil from falling into the hole where the underground garage will be constructed.
Within the next month, construction workers will also start on the interior structural caisson, which is also part of the building’s foundation system. Rather than using concrete footings, interior structural caissons are used to ensure the foundation and soil’s strength (or capacity) at the bottom of the hole. Our team is looking to be at the bottom by early 2016.
Fun Fact: Once YC Condos is built and the structure is complete, the building will weigh a total of more than 60,000 tonnes. That’s more than 300 Blue Whales, to put it in perspective! | urban_planning |
https://improb.com/alphington-tower-house/ | 2019-09-18T22:01:20 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2019-39/segments/1568514573368.43/warc/CC-MAIN-20190918213931-20190918235931-00409.warc.gz | 0.938942 | 172 | CC-MAIN-2019-39 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2019-39__0__17843290 | en | When a house isn’t enough, why not build a village? That’s exactly what S+P did in Alphington, Victoria, Australia. Formerly a classic weatherboard home, this property saw a transformation like none other. From the outside, the Alphington house seems like an entire village of separate buildings. Through careful architecture and precise engineering, the designers created this unique layout from a single unified structure. In the spirit of unity, the owners chose to make the front yard a community garden for the whole neighborhood to congregate. Along with their children, the owners intended to create a space that seamlessly integrates the natural world with their home. Through the use of cunning architecture and large windows, they accomplished their task fantastically. Smart design, beautiful décor, and modern styling come together to create this extraordinary house. | urban_planning |
https://jmcginleysmith.wordpress.com/2015/10/17/a-home-for-all-veteransviviendas-en-nuestros-veteranos/ | 2023-01-28T15:50:14 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-06/segments/1674764499646.23/warc/CC-MAIN-20230128153513-20230128183513-00582.warc.gz | 0.931172 | 692 | CC-MAIN-2023-06 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-06__0__166704338 | en | Viviendas en Nuestros Veteranos/11% Latino
Jim Smith/El Hispano – According to the Department of Veterans Affairs and Housing and Urban Development, nearly one-in-five of the homeless men we pass daily on park benches or huddling together on the Parkway and our streets are Veterans.
Although the vast majority of homeless vets are of Iraq and Afghanistan, some are Vietnam era (6.3% live below poverty rate). The homeless veterans span every demographic: 93 percent are male; 49% are white; 34% are African American; 11% are Latino; and 45% are ages 31-50.
Donning camouflage t-shirts, more than two hundred veterans, vet advocates and housing officials joined WMGK DJ John DeBella, Friday, at a LOVE Park rally highlighting the city’s progress in ending homelessness among local vets.
A “national tragedy” is how former Housing and Urban Development Secretary Shaun Donovan characterized the level of homelessness among vets in 2009. Homelessness is defined by the U.S. legal code as those individuals who, “lack a fixed, regular and adequate nighttime residence.”
Since 2010, the number of homeless veterans in the U.S. has declined 33 percent, from 74,770 to 49, 930. In Philadelphia, the effort to end homelessness among vets has reached what the Philly Vets Home.org described as an “unprecedented” level of success.
With collaboration between the Nutter administration, the regional office of HUD, the Veterans Multi-Service Center, VA Medical Center and others, more the 1,200 Philadelphia-area veterans have obtained permanent housing in the last two years; a 90 percent decrease in the number of unsheltered local veterans.
The impetus for much of this progress came with studies of Homeless Vets by the VA and HUD in the first years of the Obama administration. By 2014 the administration had launched the, “Mayors Challenge to End Veterans Homelessness.”
The ‘Mayors Challenge’ initiative, spearheaded by First Lady Michelle Obama, entailed a collaborative effort to provide permanent housing to veterans which has garnered the support of 210 mayors and county officials across the country.
“It’s not always about money,” said Jane Vincent, Regional Administrator of HUD.
Describing Mayor Michael Nutter as one of the many “heroes” in this effort, Ms. Vincent told El Hispano that the Mayor was “one of the earliest mayors to sign on, and he did it without hesitation.” As a result, “Philadelphia is seen around the country as a model.”
“We want everybody to come in,” said Steve Culbertson, Director of Impact Services. “We’re really working hard to end veterans’ homelessness.”
While acknowledging the progress made in reducing veterans’ homelessness, the current HUD Secretary Julian Castro says, “We have more work to do. We have an obligation to ensure that every veteran has a place to call home.”
“The Department of Veterans Affairs and our federal and local partners should be proud of the gains made reducing veterans’ homelessness,” said Secretary of Veterans Affairs Robert McDonald. Deb Derricks of VMC organized the event. | urban_planning |
https://ataraxo.com/the-study-identified-key-priorities-for-building-mental-health-friendly-cities-for-young-people/ | 2024-04-15T16:49:25 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-18/segments/1712296817002.2/warc/CC-MAIN-20240415142720-20240415172720-00050.warc.gz | 0.943795 | 1,130 | CC-MAIN-2024-18 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-18__0__168985567 | en | As cities around the world continue to attract young people for jobs, education and social opportunities, a new study has identified characteristics that could support the mental health of young city dwellers. The findings, based on survey responses from a global panel of adolescents and young adults, provide a set of priorities that urban planners can adopt to build urban environments that are safe, just and inclusive.
To determine the characteristics of the city that could strengthen the mental health of young people, the researchers conducted an initial survey among a group of more than 400 people, including young people and a multidisciplinary group of researchers, practitioners and advocates. Through two follow-up surveys, participants prioritized six features that would support the mental health of young urban residents: opportunities to build life skills; an age-friendly environment that embraces the feelings and values of young people; free and safe public spaces where young people can connect; employment and job security; interventions targeting the social determinants of health; and urban design with input and priorities of young people.
The paper was published online on February 21 at Nature.
The study’s lead author is Pamela Collins, MD, MPH, chair of the Department of Mental Health at the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health. The study was conducted while Collins was a professor at the University of Washington. The article was written by an international, interdisciplinary team, including RISE Cities, a global non-profit organization working to transform mental health policy and practice in cities, particularly for young people.
Cities have long attracted young people. A UNICEF study predicts that cities will be home to 70 percent of the world’s children by 2050. Although urban environments influence a wide range of health outcomes, both positive and negative, their impact is uneven. Mental disorders are the leading causes of disability among 10- to 24-year-olds worldwide. Exposure to urban inequality, violence, lack of green space and fear of displacement disproportionately affects marginalized groups, increasing the risk of poor mental health among urban youth.
We are currently living with the largest population of adolescents in the history of the world, so this is an incredibly important group of people for global attention. An investment in young people is an investment in their current well-being and future potential, and it is an investment in the next generation – the children they will bear.»
Pamela Collins, MD, MPH, Chair of the Department of Mental Health at the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health
Data collection for the study began in April 2020 at the start of the COVID-19 pandemic. To capture its possible impacts, the researchers added an open-ended survey question asking panelists how the pandemic has affected their perceptions of urban youth mental health. The panelists reported that the pandemic is either shedding new light on the inequality and uneven distribution of resources facing marginalized communities in urban areas, or confirming their preconceptions about how social vulnerability worsens health outcomes.
For their study, the researchers recruited a group of more than 400 individuals from 53 countries, including 327 young people aged 14 to 25, from a variety of fields including education, advocacy, adolescent health, mental health and substance use, urban planning and development, data and technology, housing and criminal justice. The researchers conducted three back-to-back panelist surveys beginning in April 2020 that asked participants to identify elements of urban life that would support young people’s mental health.
The first 37 characteristics were then grouped into six domains: intrapersonal, interpersonal, community, organizational, policy, and environment. Within these areas, panelists ranked features based on immediate impact on youth mental health, ability to help youth thrive, and ease or feasibility of implementation.
Taken together, the characteristics identified in the study provide a comprehensive set of priorities that policymakers and urban planners can use as a guide to improving the mental health of young urban residents. Among them: Youth-focused mental health and educational services could support young people’s emotional development and self-efficacy. Investing in spaces that facilitate social connections can help alleviate young people’s experiences of isolation and support their need for healthy, trusting relationships. Creating employment opportunities and job security can reverse the economic losses that young people and their families suffered during the pandemic and help cities retain residents after the exodus from urban centers of the COVID era.
The findings show that creating a mental health-friendly city for young people requires investment in multiple interrelated sectors such as transport, housing, employment, health and urban planning, with a central focus on social and economic equity. They also require policy approaches to urban planning that commit to systemic and sustainable collaboration without increasing existing privilege through initiatives such as gentrification and green space development at the expense of marginalized communities in need of affordable housing.
The authors say this framework emphasizes that cities’ responses must involve young people in planning and designing interventions that directly affect their mental health and well-being.
Making Cities Mental Health Friendly for Adolescents and Young Adults is co-authored by an international, interdisciplinary team of 31 researchers led by the University of Washington’s Global Mental Health Consortium, Urban@UW, the University of Melbourne and citiesRISE. Author funding is listed in the Acknowledgments section of the document.
Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health
Collins, PY, et al. (2024). Making cities mental health friendly for adolescents and young people. Nature. doi.org/10.1038/s41586-023-07005-4. | urban_planning |
https://www.fpcgeorgetown.org/the-corner-of-change-liz-weaver/ | 2023-12-03T07:21:50 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-50/segments/1700679100489.16/warc/CC-MAIN-20231203062445-20231203092445-00094.warc.gz | 0.977409 | 201 | CC-MAIN-2023-50 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-50__0__236933041 | en | Liz shares about how every house is a story; she explores the recent trend to have old things in our home and she provides a compelling image for the future of Georgetown (what if we were a front-porch community with one another?) She thoughtfully wrestles with the relationship between preservation and change.
A native of Louisiana, Liz Weaver has been a part of the Georgetown community for the past 21 years. Liz is a retired teacher and has been Preservation Georgetown's historian for the past five years. She has been involved in genealogy since she was a teenager and loves unearthing stories of the people and places that make up Georgetown's history. Liz is a community advocate for historic preservation and maintains a Keep Georgetown, TX, Historic page on social media to provide accurate information about plans affecting the historic overlays of the city. In 2014, Liz and her husband Ron undertook the renovation of a house in Old Town, a home they currently share with their three cats and lots of porch visitors. | urban_planning |
https://fatcityfeed.com/news/stockton-elementary-school-to-host-bike-rodeo-for-safe-cycling-skills | 2024-04-16T01:42:48 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-18/segments/1712296817036.4/warc/CC-MAIN-20240416000407-20240416030407-00237.warc.gz | 0.944543 | 385 | CC-MAIN-2024-18 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-18__0__129556775 | en | Flora Arca Mata Elementary School in Stockton will be the venue for an engaging Bike Rodeo, aiming to equip children with essential safe biking skills. Scheduled from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on April 6, this event is a collaborative effort between the City of Stockton Safe Routes to School program and the Stockton Unified School District Department of Public Safety.
The initiative is designed to create a fun and educational environment where children of all ages can learn the fundamentals of safe cycling. City officials have announced plans to set up a miniature city at the school site. This innovative setup will allow participants to navigate driveways and intersections, comprehend traffic signs and signals, and master bike riding in a safe manner.
Highlighting the day’s activities will be a bike grand prize drawing and bicycle helmet giveaways, adding an element of excitement to the educational experience. Attendees will have the opportunity to practice their newly acquired biking skills, demonstrating their proficiency in real-time. While kids are encouraged to bring their own bikes and helmets, there will be equipment available for loan for those who need it. Additionally, bike and helmet checks will be offered to all guests, ensuring that everyone’s gear is in top condition.
Participation in the bike rodeo requires the presence of a parent or guardian, and a signed permission form is mandatory for all children who wish to join in the fun. This event not only promises a day filled with engaging activities but also aims to instill a sense of responsibility and safety among young cyclists.
For families interested in learning more about the Bike Rodeo or those seeking additional information, the City of Stockton Safe Routes to School program can be contacted at (209) 937-5136. This initiative represents a significant step toward promoting cycling safety and awareness among Stockton's youth, fostering a safer and more informed generation of cyclists. | urban_planning |
https://jwalcher.com/j-walcher-communications-adds-circulate-san-diego-project/ | 2023-12-10T13:56:48 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-50/segments/1700679102469.83/warc/CC-MAIN-20231210123756-20231210153756-00598.warc.gz | 0.90391 | 380 | CC-MAIN-2023-50 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-50__0__311992797 | en | J. Walcher Communications Adds Circulate San Diego Project
J. Walcher Communications, a San Diego public relations and marketing agency, has been hired by Circulate San Diego to develop a 2017 media campaign project around the need for improvements to San Diego’s most dangerous intersections.
Circulate San Diego is a regional nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing mobility and making the region a better place to move, work, learn and play. The organization focuses on creating great mobility choices, more walkable and bikeable neighborhoods, and land uses that promote sustainable growth.
J. Walcher Communications will support Circulate San Diego’s media relations and planning efforts for its “Fatal Fifteen” campaign, an initiative to urge the city to fund improvements at the 15 most dangerous intersections in San Diego that will make streets safer for people walking and biking. The campaign was launched at a Feb. 1 press conference at University and Marlborough Avenues in City Heights – the deadliest of the “Fatal Fifteen” – with Councilmembers Georgette Gómez and Chris Ward, and more than a dozen local media in attendance.
The campaign supports Circulate San Diego’s Vision Zero plan, an effort to end all traffic fatalities and serious injuries in the City of San Diego by 2025. For more information, visit www.circulatesd.org/fatal15sd.
About J. Walcher Communications
Founded in 2001, J. Walcher Communications represents an array of local, regional and national clients in industries including hospitality, real estate development, nonprofit and association, sports/entertainment, professional services and more. Services include media and community relations, social media, crisis communication, media training, content creation and branding. For more information, visit www.jwalcher.com or call 619-295-7140. | urban_planning |
http://www.businesssights.com/ | 2016-10-01T08:48:38 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2016-40/segments/1474738662698.85/warc/CC-MAIN-20160924173742-00206-ip-10-143-35-109.ec2.internal.warc.gz | 0.966323 | 551 | CC-MAIN-2016-40 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2016-40__0__40795245 | en | Less than two decades ago, a golf course was a must have for every real estate developer that sought to raise the value of their property. Nevertheless, their proliferation in almost every neighborhood has reduced their significance in the market. But Crystal Lagoons, a Miami Based Company, seeks to replace this golf course saturated market with a more interesting feature, the man-made lakes.
This idea seems to have been well adopted by some of the leading real estate moguls. For instance, earlier in the year, Steve Wynn expressed plans to convert the more than 38-acre golf course behind his two luxury hotels in Las Vegas into a man-made lake using Crystal Lagoon’s technology. This ambitious plan also involves the erection of a 10-story mountain at the middle of the lagoon to be used as a launching base for nightly fireworks.
Turnberry Associates is the latest addition to the list of large companies that have announced plans to employ Crystal lagoon’s technology. Just recently, Jackie Soffer, the company’s co-chairman and also wife of real estate developer, Craig Robins, hinted that the company’s wish is to build two 10-acre pools in their next mega mixed-use property project in Miami. Jackie Soffer is optimistic that the pools will attract luxury home buyers seeking change in the golf course saturated market.
Crystal Lagoons was established about a decade ago by a bio-chemist cum real estate developer, Fernando Fischmann. According to Fischmann, the idea was as a result of frustration by the Pacific coastlines that rendered beaches useless as the constant rough tides turned swimming to a dangerous affair. Initially, Fernando hoped to create an ocean front to his Chilean community. However, realizing the viability of the project, he decided to commercialize it effectively bringing beaches and oceanic feel to the cities.
So far the company has built over 60 lagoons all over the world. It is important to note the appreciation the technology has received considering the huge number of deals the company is closing even at the relatively huge costs of $250,000 per acre of the man-made pool. Currently, the company reported that it has more than 250 such projects underway with more than 40 in the U.S alone.
Fischmann is also seeking to expand this project to new markets, especially hoping to reach out to the power companies. He hopes to have them on board by adopting the Lakes as a source of cooling water from the turbines while using the energy generated to desalinate the natural water bodies. With a projected demand of over 14,000 artificial lakes around the world, one might add that the sky remains the limit for Fischmann and company. | urban_planning |
http://www.transportweekly.com/pages/en/news/articles/105487/ | 2020-01-20T08:18:51 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2020-05/segments/1579250598217.23/warc/CC-MAIN-20200120081337-20200120105337-00523.warc.gz | 0.928965 | 335 | CC-MAIN-2020-05 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2020-05__0__199314368 | en | DHL Express is to open a new GBP100 million (US$164 million) logistics hub at Manchester's new Airport City after signing a pre-lease agreement with Manchester Airports Group (MAG) for the development of the 3,466-square metre building.
The logistics hub complex will be adjacent to Manchester Airport's existing cargo centre and Junction 6 of the M56 motorway in Greater Manchester, UK. It will be part of the Airport City development, known as the Enterprise Zone, which will take 10-15 years to deliver 46,000 square metres of business space.
DHL is the first business to locate at the Enterprise Zone, which will include offices, manufacturing, hotels, retail, leisure and community facilities, plus a central parkland area, according to UK's Transport Intelligence.
MAG aims for the GBP800 million Airport City to attract inward investment and provide new employment opportunities. When complete, the logistics centre will offer international services and provide the core DHL Service Point offerings of drop-off and collection of goods for delivery overseas, with local businesses and residents benefitting from a parcel drop-off and pick-up point.
Said MAG property chief John Atkins: "The logistics sector is a key growth area and we aim to build on Manchester's status as a major airport for cargo, with the logistics hub at Airport City becoming a catalyst for economic growth in the region."
Said DHL Express's UK and Ireland chief Phil Couchman: "The location of the hub within the Enterprise Zone will support future export opportunities for small businesses in the region, allowing British businesses to get their product to international markets with greater speed and reliability." | urban_planning |
https://huffman.house.gov/media-center/press-releases/rep-huffman-offers-motion-to-greatly-increase-funding-for-transportation | 2018-12-16T09:33:07 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2018-51/segments/1544376827596.48/warc/CC-MAIN-20181216073608-20181216095608-00063.warc.gz | 0.942298 | 1,299 | CC-MAIN-2018-51 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2018-51__0__167460422 | en | Rep. Huffman Offers Motion to Greatly Increase Funding for Transportation Infrastructure, Road and Bridge Repair
WASHINGTON, D.C.—Congressman Jared Huffman (D-San Rafael) today offered a motion to improve the Surface Transportation Reauthorization and Reform Act (H.R. 22), the bipartisan House transportation bill, and ensure Congress provides the funding needed to repair America’s crumbling roads and bridges. H.R. 22, passed today by an overwhelmingly bipartisan vote, would provide $325 billion for highway, bridge, transportation safety, and public transit projects over the next six years, $17 billion less than the Senate version of the bill. Huffman’s Motion to Instruct would increase funding levels to match the Senate version of the bill and further increase funding available should the Highway Trust Fund collect more revenue than projected.
“We are woefully underinvesting in our nation’s infrastructure. Status quo funding in the House bill will only worsen congestion in our cities and suburbs,” Huffman said. “This motion instructs conferees to adopt the higher funding levels for highway, transit, and highway safety programs contained in the Senate DRIVE Act. The DRIVE Act provides $342 billion over six years, that’s $17 billion more than the House bill.”
Matching the House DRIVE Act’s funding levels with that of the Senate version would:
- Provide $12 billion to repair the 147,000 structurally deficient or functionally obsolete bridges in our country,
- Provide $4.4 billion local transit agencies and help address the $86 billion state of good repair backlog nationwide facing our local transit agencies.
Huffman is the author of the Gas Tax Replacement Act, which would reform the underperforming federal gas tax and ensure the long-term solvency of the Highway Trust Fund.
Rep. Huffman spoke on the House floor in support of his motion, which can be viewed HERE.
The full transcript of Rep. Huffman’s remarks can be found below:
“Thank you, Mr. Speaker, I yield myself such time as I may consume.
“Since 2009, this Congress has failed to make some hard choices. And as a result, highway, transit, and safety programs have limped along with flat funding. States and transit authorities have been unable to plan major, long-term projects as they watch this Congress extend these programs for a few months at a time, often waiting until midnight of the coming shutdown, and then extend them again with short-term patches.
“The Federal gas tax, which pays for these highway and public transit investments, has not been raised in 22 years. Its purchasing power has fallen 40 percent.
“And for all the progress we made last week under Speaker Ryan in terms of allowing policy amendments to be offered to the bill, let’s all recognize that the Republican Leadership blocked every single proposed amendment regarding the funding inadequacies in this bill.
“Democrats and Republicans offered a wealth of options to fund the program:
- Increasing the gas tax;
- Using repatriated revenue to increase investment in the U.S.;
- Creating a bipartisan, bicameral task force to address the shortfall in the Highway Trust Fund; and
- Simply, indexing the gas tax to account for the costs of inflation.
“Regrettably, the Republican Leadership, despite all the pledges of openness, would not let this House debate even a single proposal to address the shortfall in the Highway Trust Fund.
“Mr. Speaker, we can do better.
“Today, I offer a motion to instruct conferees that recognizes that we are woefully underinvesting in our Nation’s infrastructure.
“This motion instructs conferees to adopt the higher funding levels for highway, transit, and highway safety programs contained in the Senate DRIVE Act. The DRIVE Act provides $342 billion over six years, that’s $17 billion more than the House bill.
“Now, the DRIVE Act provides $12 billion more than the House bill over six years to reconstruct our highways and rebuild our crumbling bridges. This small increase only begins to deal with the 147,000 structurally deficient or functionally obsolete bridges in our country. That is, by the way, one of every four bridges.
“This funding will only help us begin to address the two thirds of the nation’s roads that are in less than “good” condition.
“The DRIVE Act provides $4.4 billion more over six years for local transit agencies to help more people move safely to their jobs. This small increase will only begin to address the $86 billion state of good repair backlog nationwide facing our local transit agencies.
“In 2013, Americans took 10.7 billion public transit trips – and, Mr. Speaker, many of these were on systems that were built nearly 100 years ago. Congestion is a ballooning problem, affecting 42 percent of America’s major roads and costs the economy $121 billion a year. Status quo funding in the House bill will only worsen congestion in our cities and suburbs.
“This motion also instructs conferees to include Section 1414(b) of the House bill in a final Conference Report. This section provides a mechanism to automatically adjust investment levels, should additional money come into the Trust Fund during the six year term of the bill.
“Additional receipts into the Trust Fund could come into the trust fund from unanticipated places: it could come from higher than anticipated vehicle miles traveled. There could be a bigger infusion into the Trust Fund through a subsequent act of Congress.
“If actual receipts into the Highway Trust Fund exceed estimated receipts for the most recently completed fiscal year, program levels would automatically be adjusted by the additional amount at the beginning of the next fiscal year.
“This ensures that any additional funds that Congress makes available can quickly flow to States to invest in badly-needed infrastructure projects. The Secretary will distribute this additional funding proportionally to each of the highway, transit, and safety programs funded by the Highway Trust Fund authorized under this final Conference Report.
“I urge my colleagues to support this motion.
“I reserve the balance of my time." | urban_planning |
https://dugganpubs.wordpress.com/nonfiction/richmond-heights-celebrates-100-years/ | 2017-04-24T09:27:01 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2017-17/segments/1492917119225.38/warc/CC-MAIN-20170423031159-00109-ip-10-145-167-34.ec2.internal.warc.gz | 0.954192 | 1,984 | CC-MAIN-2017-17 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2017-17__0__111827786 | en | Richmond Heights Celebrates 100 Years
Originally published in the West End Word, Feb. 13, 2013
By Eileen P. Duggan
The city of Richmond Heights, Missouri, is celebrating its 100th anniversary this year, but its history goes back much further than its incorporation on Dec. 29, 1913.
The St. Louis suburb is celebrating all year with a series of lectures, tours, concerts, exhibits and festivals highlighting the city’s past and present. The activities cover many aspects of the city’s history from homes, neighborhoods, architecture, trees, business, hospitals, arts, literature, food, weather, war and peace.
“It’s really exciting,” said Mayor James Beck. “It’s a great thing that the city has lasted 100 years. It’s as much about the friendship of the neighbors as anything. It’s a very consistent neighborhood, there are a lot multigenerational families. It’s celebrating the whole neighborhood feel of Richmond Heights.”
Richmond Heights started as an exclusively residential community. As early as the 1800s, six original landowners began building homes for their families on their large estates. Eventually, all of their property was subdivided. When part of the former Rannells farm was purchased by Evens and Howard Brickworks, the company built homes to bring African-American workers to the area.
Like St. Louis’ west end, University City and other neighboring communities, Richmond Heights grew in conjunction with the 1904 World’s Fair. The fair, which was held in what is now Forest Park and Washington University, triggered construction of commercial, religious and residential buildings all over the surrounding area. The extension of a streetcar line from the fairgrounds into Richmond Heights stimulated growth, and some homes on Wise Avenue were built expressly to house fair employees.
By the time the city was incorporated in 1913, the residents already were asking city officials to loosen restrictions on business development. Schulte’s Market and Riley’s Hardware were among the first businesses to open. At the first census after incorporation, in 1920, the population numbered 2,135.
Over the next two decades the city grew, not just due to expanding families but through expanding boundaries. The original city limits were roughly Big Bend Boulevard on the west, Wise Avenue on the north, just below Glades and Hiawatha avenues on the south and the St. Louis city limits near McCausland Avenue on the east.
A very large section to the west was annexed in 1918, bounded by Big Bend, what is now Hanley Road on the west, Clayton Road on the north and Bruno Avenue on the south. A small section to the north including St. Mary’s Hospital was added in 1919, followed by another small tract northeast of Wise and Big Bend in 1920. Three more annexations followed by 1928, mostly to the west and a few blocks south of the original city.
Although the city wasn’t incorporated as a fourth-class city until the end of 1913, the first mayor, James M. O’Keefe, was appointed in 1912, and City Marshal Louis Gloeckner was sworn in along with other city officials. After incorporation, James M. Jensen was elected mayor and served seven terms. Richmond Heights has had 15 mayors over those 101 years. The shortest-serving mayor was John Flanagan, who served less than a year in 1932, and the longest-serving was Lee Duggan (great-uncle of the author), who served for 24 years (1948-72).
The mayoral class includes one father and son duo, Brainerd LaTourette Sr. (1932-48) and Jr. (1992-96). Current Mayor Beck, who is in his second term, is married to a daughter of a previous mayor, James W. Finger (1988-92).
The city marshal position evolved to a full-time year-round police department during the 1920s. After starting with one volunteer firefighter, Ted Hart, the Richmond Heights Fire Department was established in 1926.
The public library had its start in 1933 when the Richmond Heights Lions Club disbanded and donated its remaining $16 to the city to establish a library. Residents went door-to-door to collect the first 1,800 books, which were housed in an upstairs room in the city hall, Dale Avenue at Big Bend Boulevard.
In 1932, with a population of 10,000, the city was upgraded to a third-class city with commission status. The apex of the city’s population was 15,622 in 1960. Today, the population of the charter city has settled back to about 10,000.
The population growth and geography of Richmond Heights took a hit in the 1950s with the construction of U.S. Highway 40 right through the middle of the city. Then another hit came in the 1970s when the Innerbelt highway (now Interstate 170) cut through on the perpendicular to Highway 40. But the city countered with the expansion of Westroads Mall into St. Louis Galleria and the addition of other successful shopping areas.
Today, Richmond Heights celebrates the concept of “Progress with Tradition,” offering its residents modern shopping amenities, high-quality dining spots and access to light rail transportation alongside historic homes and century-old trees.
Century Trees and Homes
Historians and city officials are taking advantage of the centennial to catalog 100-year-old houses and trees. The parks department plans to formally recognize century trees and is seeking information about trees that may qualify. To have a tree evaluated, contact Tim Brunsman at [email protected] or (314) 655-3656.
One of the 100-year-old homes in the city is a post-1904 World’s Fair house known as a “Forty Thieves” home on Silverton Place. Paul Pagano of Paul Pagano Designs will give a presentation on March 7 describing the rehabilitation of the house. The Forty Thieves homes were built, according to legend, with materials salvaged from fair buildings after the exposition left town. Most of those homes still exist in scattered locations east of Big Bend Boulevard.
The Richmond Heights Historical Society will recognize century homes and present plaques to the homes’ owners at a city festival on Oct. 11 and 12. The society will research and confirm a century home upon receipt of an application and a $100 fee. Applications will be accepted until Sept. 15, and are available at City Hall, 1330 S. Big Bend, or The Heights, 8001 Dale Ave.
The centennial celebration will include construction of a new gazebo in front of The Heights dedicated to all those who served in the military. The gazebo will serve as a site for veteran’s events and a place for quiet reflection on the sacrifices of all veterans.
Citizens will have the opportunity to honor specific veterans by purchasing inscribed bricks. For information, visit www.vetsmemorial.org or call (314) 884-7527. The gazebo is scheduled to be dedicated on Nov. 11.
The Richmond Heights Public Library is marking the centennial by updating its Veterans Roll of Honor, which lists the names of veterans of foreign wars. Friends and family of Richmond Heights veterans may come to the library to view the document or obtain a form to add a name.
The Richmond Heights Centennial Celebration opened Dec. 10, 2012 with a ceremony at The Heights, and will close with an all-day event Dec. 13 at The Heights, 8001 Dale Ave.
The city will hold nearly 40 centennial events throughout the year, featuring speakers such as preservation historians Esley Hamilton and Ruth Keenoy, Missouri Historical Society archivist Dennis Northcott, tour guide Maureen Kavanaugh, columnist Bill McClellan and others.
Each month’s events focus on a particular aspect or subject. March puts the spotlight on history seekers and bus tours. April brings tours, talks and trees, and May focuses on art and architecture. Events during the rest of year will cover past and present; Americana; homes and hospitals; veterans; and celebration.
The Richmond Heights Historical Society has been instrumental in organizing the centennial events.
“They’re comfortable events,” Beck said. “We’re just going to celebrate.”
• “Renovating a Forty Thieves Home.” Paul Pagano describes the rehab of a post-1904 World’s Fair home. 7 p.m. March 7.
• Coach Bus Tour of Richmond Heights. Noon to 5 p.m. March 24 and Sept. 22.
• Bill McClellan — “Commentary: the Passing Parade.” 7 p.m. May 15.
• Walking Tours. Maureen Kavanaugh leads tours of various sections of the city; 2 to 4:30 p.m. on April 14; 9:30 a.m. to noon on June 1; and 1 to 3:30 p.m. on Nov. 2.
• House History Workshop. Missouri History Museum Library and Research Center shows residents how to research their homes’ history; 9:30 a.m. Aug. 29, MHS Library, 225 S. Skinker Blvd.
All events take place or begin at The Heights unless otherwise noted. A complete brochure of events is available at the Richmond Heights Public Library, The Heights lobby and City Hall or at www.richmondheights.org/DocumentCenter/View/7259. | urban_planning |
https://carletoncycling.wordpress.com/2014/04/08/at-the-helm-of-our-city/ | 2018-07-19T13:32:29 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2018-30/segments/1531676590901.10/warc/CC-MAIN-20180719125339-20180719145339-00300.warc.gz | 0.958561 | 1,112 | CC-MAIN-2018-30 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2018-30__0__167522875 | en | On March 29th 2014, I attended the Ecology Ottawa Complete Streets Strategy Forum. The forum brought together key movers and shakers of the city’s transportation infrastructure, including city councilors, members of community associations, urban planners, civil engineers, advocates for cyclists, pedestrians and people with mobility-limiting disabilities, and even a member of C.U. Cycling (me)! The objective: to discuss the concept of “Complete Streets” and how to incorporate these complete streets into our city planning.
Last fall, the city of Ottawa adopted a complete streets policy in its latest Transportation Master Plan. The idea is that roads should provide a safe and useable space for all road users, including the more vulnerable users such as pedestrians, cyclists and people with disabilities. Following an enthusiastic council approval, city planners are already starting to implement complete streets for the upcoming overhaul of Main Street. As it stands, I think most would agree that Main Street is loud, dodgy and unpleasant. Lanes are potholed and perilous, sidewalks are uneven and narrow, and cycling infrastructure is nonexistent. You generally don’t spend more time on Main Street than is really necessary, and it certainly isn’t a place you would hang out. Thankfully, the redesign will include bicycle lanes and carefully planned sidewalks and traffic signals so that nobody is left stranded. More green space will be included to turn Main Street into an enjoyable community hub. You might ask (as many commuters did), how can we fit so much goodness onto a pre-existing road without slowing down traffic? Will rush hour traffic be much slower? Traffic engineers have put a lot of thought into these questions. Creating a large bottleneck at Main Street would only divert traffic to other roads which are less capable of accommodating it. The honest answer is that, yes, traffic will move somewhat slower. However, a rush hour drive on the new Main Street would only take three or four minutes longer, and the street would still be capable of handling large volumes of traffic.
The Complete Streets Strategy Forum began with presentations from five city councilors from all over the city, ranging from the city centre all the way out to Kanata. Councilor David Chernushenko explained his concerns while he was seeking council approval for the Main Street redesign. Given that it is the first project under the complete streets policy, its success was important for showing everyone in the city that this approach is a positive one. During the review process, councilors from outer parts of the city needed some reassuring that nice wide sidewalks wouldn’t come at the expense of traffic volume. Ultimately, still being able to move cars is in everyone’s best interest, even residents around Main Street. It turns out that complete streets are less about favoring one mode of transportation over the other, and more about having the choice to use any mode you want.
An interesting perspective came from Councilor Marianne Wilkinson, councilor for the Kanata North ward. We might have a strong idea of what complete streets look like for downtown roads, but what is a complete street in Kanata? Councilor Wilkinson reminded us to view Kanata as a satellite city, not as a suburb. There is a huge industrial park in Kanata North, and most trips made by residents are not to downtown Ottawa but within Kanata itself (think local grocery stores, banks, doctors’ offices and parks). Currently, many residents feel that they are confined to use their cars to make these trips, even if the trips are short. A complete street in Kanata may not have the same features as one downtown, but can be transformed simply by adding well-lit multi-use pathways for children to walk safely to school. The key is to keep all users in mind, “aged from 8 to 80”.
Likewise, Councilor Mathieu Fleury described how the downtown core has its own version of the complete street. Queen Street will soon benefit from shiny new Light Rail Transit (LRT) stations. In this case, a complete street means providing a safe environment for the huge influx of pedestrians that will be arriving by train. Wide sidewalks can be safe and enjoyable with planters and trees acting as physical barriers to vehicle traffic.
The advantages of a network of complete streets can sometimes be difficult to quantify. Owning and operating a car is expensive, so having alternative modes available can be financially beneficial to individual residents. However, allowing a family to operate with one car instead of two may benefit the family, but it doesn’t directly allow funding of these big projects. Enjoying an active lifestyle and having a greater sense of community engagement do not return any money to the city, and yet these wonderful ideas cost huge money to implement. We must remember that the long-term “soft” gains can improve our quality of life.
We are part of a shift in mentality in the way our cities are designed and built. Roads are no longer being designed to move cars, but to move people. Over the next years, big changes in store. The complete streets policy is already part of our city’s legislature. Our councilors are convinced and eager to create positive change. Moving ahead, our role as residents is to be vocal about how to best implement complete streets. The best results will come from setting our minds to thinking of clever solutions and suggesting these to city planners. We are at a turning point, and we can shape the future of our city!
– Mitch Kibsey | urban_planning |
http://www.newliturgicalmovement.org/2010/04/new-gothic-style-church-for-mandeville.html | 2017-03-28T10:02:02 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2017-13/segments/1490218189686.56/warc/CC-MAIN-20170322212949-00189-ip-10-233-31-227.ec2.internal.warc.gz | 0.980513 | 639 | CC-MAIN-2017-13 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2017-13__0__2338924 | en | Here is an artist's rendition of the design which was chosen by the parish building committee -- though various details yet remain to be ironed out.
From the local newspaper:
Mandeville Catholic church will be built in Gothic style
By Jeff Adelson, The Times-Picayune
April 07, 2010
After years of planning, Our Lady of the Lake Catholic Church has rolled out a proposal for a new, Gothic-style church to be built on the church campus in Old Mandeville.
Parishioners received a conceptual drawing of the church, which features tiered towers and ornate windows, during Easter Mass. The Rev. John Talamo told his parishioners that the plans have been approved by the Archdiocese of New Orleans.
Though the building is still years away from becoming a reality, Talamo said he hopes the new church will provide much-needed space for parishioners and a design that will be accepted by the community.
“The whole parish is really excited about it. It’s going to be a beautiful addition to the city of Mandeville,” Talamo said.
Three years of planning
Church leaders have been discussing the new building for about three years and approached Mandeville officials about their plans last year, Talamo said. The parish plans to build the structure on the opposite side of Lafitte Street from the existing church, on property that is now home to classrooms at the church’s school.
Though the design was unveiled, parish officials and architects have not worked out the details of the proposal, and it is not clear how tall the church will be or how much space it will occupy, Talamo said.
The church, which would not be completed for at least four years, will seat about 1,100 people, more than twice as many as today, Talamo said. The additional space is necessary to accommodate the parish’s 5,600-family congregation, the largest in the Archdiocese of New Orleans. Because of the lack of space in the existing church, some Masses are held in the school gymnasium, known as the Chotin Center, Talamo said.
“This is not to meet a future need, it’s to meet the current need,” he said.
Gothic style wins over modern design
The Gothic style of the church was chosen after parish committees rejected the idea of a church with a “modern” design, Talamo said.
Officials plan to keep the old church building, the third built since the parish was founded in 1850, but it is not yet known how it would be used.
Talamo said it was unclear how much the new construction would cost but said the money would come from members of the parish. Donations for the new building have already been collected, though Talamo declined to say how much has been raised so far.
Though city planners have discussed the building with church officials, they have not yet received a proposal for the site, Planning and Development Director Louisette Kidd said.
Source: The Times-Picayune | urban_planning |
https://rle.sd23.bc.ca/About/About%20RLE/Pages/default.aspx | 2023-12-06T01:37:51 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-50/segments/1700679100575.30/warc/CC-MAIN-20231206000253-20231206030253-00727.warc.gz | 0.982258 | 572 | CC-MAIN-2023-50 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-50__0__54607061 | en | The present four-classroom brick school was planned in 1912, and built a year later, to replace a one room schoolhouse built in 1908, as well as the small school that had operated in the Black Mountain area from 1896. The sudden growth of population in Rutland followed the subdivision of irrigated agricultural land on the Rutland flats and bench by the Central Okanagan Lands Company.
Built to Department of Public Works specifications at a cost of $21,000 by subcontractors Ward and Baldock, under the supervision of H.W. Raymer (builder and first mayor of Kelowna, who seems to have had a hand in nearly all major local projects for many years), it was intended to function as a community centre as well as school. Set on five acres of playground, the school had four classrooms and two basement playrooms for bad weather. The plan is symmetrical, with a recessed central entrance and hall and a classroom at each corner. The formal design concept and the loose allusions to a classical vocabulary owe their concept to Beaux-Arts planning principles and the Neoclassical Revival style. Two of the classrooms were separated by a wooden shutter, which could be rolled up to the ceiling to make a large hall for assemblies, public meetings, dances, and other community gatherings. Being rural, electric lighting and indoor plumbing were not installed until 1938.
The school opened in September 1913, with two classrooms in use. It was officially opened by Price Ellison, MLA for Okanagan and Minister of Agriculture and Finance, on 12 January 1914, the day after he opened the new Central School at 1825 Richter Street in Kelowna. The substantial building bespoke the confidence of the time.
Ellison predicted that the building would be sufficient for Rutland's school needs for the next twenty-five years. In fact, continued population growth in Rutland made the building inadequate long before that time. By 1929 the two basement playrooms had been converted to classrooms, and in 1931 an adjacent four-classroom wood-frame building had to be built, with four more rooms added to that in 1938. Part of the crowding came from the expansion of grades. Until 1922, this was only an elementary school, and high school students had to travel into Kelowna, but in that year it was expanded to all grades (with 13 high school and 113 elementary students). This situation lasted until 1949, when Rutland High School opened across Rutland Road.
This school, with addition of an activity room in 1964, continued to serve elementary students until September 2003, when it was closed and pupils moved to a brand-new Rutland Elementary School building, after large commemorative gatherings of former pupils.
Source: City of Kelowna, Planning Department, File No. 6800-02 | urban_planning |
https://gwg-gifhorn.de/en/gwg-info/short-portrait/ | 2024-04-23T16:33:14 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-18/segments/1712296818732.46/warc/CC-MAIN-20240423162023-20240423192023-00645.warc.gz | 0.962826 | 621 | CC-MAIN-2024-18 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-18__0__111125468 | en | Gifhorn - In 1949, at a time of reconstruction and hope after the destruction of the Second World War, the Gifhorner Wohnungsbau-Genossenschaft eG (GWG) was founded. Its foundation was a response to the urgent need to create affordable housing for the population affected by the destruction of the war. Today, 75 years later, we are not only celebrating the existence of an institution that has had a significant impact on the development of the town of Gifhorn and the lives of its citizens, but also the vision, courage and solidarity of the founders and all those who have contributed to the success of the GWG over the years.
The beginnings in a time of new beginnings
After the war, Germany faced enormous challenges. Alongside the physical destruction, the housing shortage was one of the most pressing. In this time of need, the GWG was founded with the aim of providing people in Gifhorn and the surrounding area with a roof over their heads. This goal was embedded in the cooperative values of self-help, self-responsibility and self-administration, which still guide the work of the GWG today.
Growth and development
Over the years, GWG has played a central role in the urban development of Gifhorn. From the first housing projects on the Ziegelberg to the development of entire districts, the cooperative has created living spaces that are more than just apartments. They are communities in which people of different generations and backgrounds live together, support each other and share common values.
GWG has always taken care to meet not only the physical, but also the social and cultural needs of its members. This is reflected in the design of the residential complexes, the provision of communal spaces and the organization of events that promote social interaction.
Challenges and innovations
The history of the GWG has not always been easy. Economic fluctuations, changing legal conditions and social changes have presented the cooperative with challenges. But it was precisely in difficult times that the GWG proved its resilience and innovative strength. It adapted to new circumstances, looked for creative solutions and remained true to its mission of creating affordable, high-quality housing.
One example of this innovative strength is the introduction of sustainable construction and energy standards in the newer residential projects. In this way, GWG not only takes account of ecological challenges, but also ensures the long-term economic viability and quality of life in its residential complexes.
Today, 75 years after its foundation, GWG stands as a proud example of what can be achieved through solidarity, commitment and working together towards a common goal. We would like to thank all our members, employees, partners and the town of Gifhorn for their support and trust. GWG's 75th anniversary is not only an occasion to look back, but also to look ahead. The challenges of the future, whether in the areas of sustainability, social integration or digital transformation, will be tackled with the same determination and willingness to innovate that has characterized GWG since its foundation. | urban_planning |
http://www.utechsystems.com/projects | 2019-10-16T10:55:09 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2019-43/segments/1570986666959.47/warc/CC-MAIN-20191016090425-20191016113925-00517.warc.gz | 0.942941 | 549 | CC-MAIN-2019-43 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2019-43__0__187767118 | en | Here's just a small sample of some awesome projects we've had the pleasure to work on over the years.
Combined Sewer Overflow (CSO) Long Term Control Plan (LTCP) Seattle, WA
UrbanTech Systems became a sub consultant for CH2M Hill, who primed the project. We worked to address preliminary engineering design for CSO options, including offline storage pipes, offline storage tanks, offline storage micro/tunnels, and the conveyance between the storage facilities and existing utilities. UrbanTech staff was responsible for creating maps (ArcGIS 9.3), hydraulic schematics (AutoCAD), cost estimates (King County Tabula and an in-house cost estimating tool), and written summaries to detail each option. In addition to organizing all the CSO options by drainage basin, we produced a deliverable for each basin which included a presentation of options and a quantitative comparison between the options available.
Council Crest Radio Tower Replacement Project Portland, OR
The City of Portland Bureau of Technology Services (BTS) determined that the 440 foot radio tower that supports 911 and other emergency communications at Council Crest Park needed to be replaced. UrbanTech was the Prime Contractor of the engineering and project management work on this project. We were responsible for tower and site design, land use permitting, A&E drawings, specs, and bid documents. UrbanTech assisted the City during the bid process for the design-build project and provided construction administration support. The Council Crest Tower Replacement began in June 2006 and was completed in December 2008 at a program cost of $1.8 M. UrbanTech assisted with the design and implementation of the cutover for the 50 radios present at the site.
Brightwater Conveyance System, King County, WA
This project included the construction of approximately 13 miles of large diameter tunnels from the new Brightwater Treatment Plant to Puget Sound. It included the construction of a 130 MGD pump station, six reaches of micro-tunneling, facility upgrades for county distribution of reclaimed water and various odor control facility upgrades and new facilities.
Hidden Lake Pump Station, King County, WA
The existing pump station was under capacity and required a conveyance upgrade to 5.4 million gallons per day. UrbanTech provided condition assessment and repair alternatives for five new sections of degraded concrete conveyance trunk. UrbanTech also provided preliminary design alternatives for the improvements to the influent, force main and overflow piping to the new pump station that would permit construction and start-up while keeping the existing pump station in service. Our firm provided design plans, and specifications for traffic control and erosion sediment control for the new pump station, storage facility and new 6 miles of conveyance pipelines. | urban_planning |
http://en.continent.net/yuridicheskie-uslugi/oformlenie-mashinomest/ | 2019-06-24T19:44:29 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2019-26/segments/1560627999709.4/warc/CC-MAIN-20190624191239-20190624213239-00063.warc.gz | 0.885471 | 152 | CC-MAIN-2019-26 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2019-26__0__45779726 | en | Registration of Property Rights to Parking Units
Having extensive and positive experience in the registration of property rights, we offer our customers a range of legal services for registration of property rights to parking units at the place of their residence:
- Legal review of existing documents;
- Formation of a package of documents necessary for the property right recognition through legal proceedings;
- Litigation support (preparation and submission of a statement of claim, participation in court hearings);
- Obtaining of a court judgment recognizing the property right;
- Customer representation at the Office of the Federal Registration Service (formation and filing of a package of documents for the property right registration on the basis of a court judgment);
- Obtaining of a certificate of the property right registration. | urban_planning |
https://www.fbclid7.com/blog/2023-04-06-fema-hazard-mitigation-grant-approved/ | 2023-06-03T17:08:55 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-23/segments/1685224649302.35/warc/CC-MAIN-20230603165228-20230603195228-00101.warc.gz | 0.849869 | 395 | CC-MAIN-2023-23 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-23__0__198527678 | en | Brazos River Erosion Control Project Update
April 6, 2023
On March 28, 2023, FBCLID 7 was formally notified by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) that the Phase II Hazard Mitigation Grant was approved for construction of the Brazos River Erosion Control Project. FEMA’s grant to FBCLID 7 is approved for up to $48,300,000. In addition, the State of Texas is expected to contribute $12,000,000 to fund the local cost share that would typically be paid by FBCLID 7. The ultimate cost to FBCLID 7 taxpayers for construction of the Brazos River Erosion Control Project is still projected to be less than $4,000,000.
Now that FEMA awarded the Phase II Hazard Mitigation Grant, FBCLID 7 can start the construction bidding process. The current schedule estimates the construction contract will be awarded in June 2023 and construction will start in August. Construction is scheduled for completion in the fall of 2025, depending on weather and Brazos River conditions.
|Description||Time (months)||Completion Date|
|Complete Phase 1 & Phase II Request||12 months||February 2022|
|FEMA Phase II Grant Approval||13 months||March 2023|
|Construction Bidding Begins||1 month||April 2023|
|Bid Opening||1 month||May 2023|
|Award Construction Contract||1 month||June 2023|
|Contract Execution/Pre-Con Meetings||1 month||July 2023|
|Notice to Proceed/Mobilization||1 month||August 2023|
|Substantial Completion||13 months||September 2024|
|Final Completion||1 month||October 2024|
|Project/Grant Closeout||3 months||January 2025|
|Project Deadline||January 31, 2025| | urban_planning |
http://m.tbs.seoul.kr/efm/newsView.do?typ_800=O&idx_800=3452787&seq_800=20445364 | 2022-01-26T07:58:25 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2022-05/segments/1642320304928.27/warc/CC-MAIN-20220126071320-20220126101320-00136.warc.gz | 0.962366 | 192 | CC-MAIN-2022-05 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2022-05__0__37788202 | en | Seoul city says it will add 3,000 bicycles to its public bike rental service Ttareungi by the end of the year in response to growing demand.
Mayor Oh Se-hoon announced the plan on Friday, which will increase the capital's fleet of bicycles to 43,500 next year.
More than 200 rental stations will also be installed to give residents easier access to the service, the mayor said.
City data shows the utilization rate for Ttareungi between January and September increased 36.4 percent from the same period last year.
The green and white bicycles were used the most during morning and evening commute hours, with 3.2 million members as of the end of last month.
Ttareungi bikes can be used by anyone after downloading the Seoul Bike mobile app and registering or logging in with a Naver, Facebook or Kakao account.
The app is available in both Korean and English. | urban_planning |
https://www.noel-isherwood.com/ | 2019-04-24T22:20:54 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2019-18/segments/1555578663470.91/warc/CC-MAIN-20190424214335-20190425000335-00242.warc.gz | 0.946635 | 148 | CC-MAIN-2019-18 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2019-18__0__11172932 | en | We are able to guide you through the design process’ necessary to gaining consent for planning and building regulations and offer advice on how best to build in an environmentally responsible way, appropriate to your goals and aspirations. We show how to add value to your completed building, whether by refurbishment, extension or new build, in the immediate and in the long term.
We have an acclaimed team of designers and technical expertise to ensure that we turn your project from an idea to reality with the high level expertise and the best professional guidance.
As a practice focused on architecture and regeneration we have a wide range of skills to draw on when a project develops in different directions. To keep it simple we focus in two key areas, residential and regeneration. | urban_planning |
https://nlgtransfers.co.uk/exploring-cambridges-rich-cycling-culture-the-city-of-cyclists/ | 2023-12-08T08:23:46 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-50/segments/1700679100739.50/warc/CC-MAIN-20231208081124-20231208111124-00128.warc.gz | 0.957755 | 790 | CC-MAIN-2023-50 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-50__0__142244668 | en | Cambridge, a charming city located in the heart of Cambridgeshire County in England, is renowned for its rich cycling culture. It has earned the nickname “City of Cyclists” due to its high rate of cycling as a preferred mode of transportation. With over 30% of the population commuting to work or school by bike, Cambridge has one of the highest cycling rates in the UK. In this article, we will delve into the reasons behind Cambridge’s cycling culture, its benefits, challenges, and how it has become a city known for its love for cycling.
Cycling has become an integral part of Cambridge’s identity and lifestyle. The city’s flat terrain, well-connected cycling routes, and infrastructure have made it an ideal environment for cycling enthusiasts. The University of Cambridge, with its numerous colleges spread across the city, has also contributed to the city’s cycling culture. Many students and staff members prefer to cycle as a convenient and sustainable mode of transportation to navigate the city and commute to their educational institutions.
Cambridge boasts an extensive network of dedicated cycle lanes, paths, and routes, making it safe and accessible for cyclists. The city has invested significantly in its cycling infrastructure, with continuous improvements and expansions over the years. The well-maintained cycling paths are separated from the main road, providing a safe and pleasant experience for cyclists of all ages and abilities. In addition, there are numerous cycle parking facilities, including secure bike parks, cycle stands, and racks, making it convenient for cyclists to park their bikes at various locations across the city.
Cambridge’s cycling culture offers numerous benefits to its residents, the environment, and the city as a whole. Some of the key advantages include:
Despite its many benefits, Cambridge’s cycling culture also faces challenges. Some of the main challenges include:
Cambridge is a city with a well-established cycling infrastructure, and it can be challenging for cyclists to navigate the various cycle routes and paths. However, the Cambridge News has created an incredible interactive cycling map that can help cyclists plan their routes and explore the city.
The map provides detailed information on the city’s cycling routes, including dedicated cycle paths, cycle-friendly roads, and bike parking facilities. It also highlights various points of interest, such as shops, cafes, and tourist attractions, making it a handy tool for both residents and tourists. The interactive features allow users to zoom in and out of the map, filter by specific routes, and plan their journeys with ease.
The City of Cambridge is committed to promoting and improving cycling and walking infrastructure to encourage more residents to use these sustainable modes of transportation. The Cambridge City Council has implemented several schemes to make cycling and walking more accessible and safe for everyone. Some of the key schemes include:
The Greater Cambridge Partnership (GCP): The GCP is a joint initiative between local authorities, businesses, and academic institutions to deliver sustainable transport improvements in the Greater Cambridge area. The GCP has implemented several cycling and walking schemes, such as the Chisholm Trail, which will create a continuous cycling and walking route through the city.
Cycle Cambridge: Cycle Cambridge is a free service provided by the City Council to promote cycling in the city. The scheme offers free cycle training for all ages and abilities, as well as advice on cycling routes and bike maintenance.
Bikeability: Bikeability is a national initiative that provides cycling training to children in schools. The City Council works with local schools to offer Bikeability training to students, teaching them essential cycling skills and promoting cycling as a safe and fun activity.
To learn more about these schemes and other cycling and walking initiatives in Cambridge, visit the Cambridge City Council’s website on cycling and walking schemes at https://www.cambridge.gov.uk/cycling-and-walking-schemes. | urban_planning |
http://www.lydiardtrust.org.uk/community-trust-and-council-continue-talks-over-future-running-of-lydiard-park/ | 2018-03-22T05:43:56 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2018-13/segments/1521257647777.59/warc/CC-MAIN-20180322053608-20180322073608-00627.warc.gz | 0.960177 | 520 | CC-MAIN-2018-13 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2018-13__0__174298546 | en | 23 November 2017
Talks are continuing between Swindon Borough Council and Lydiard Park Heritage Trust over the future running of Lydiard Park.
The Council’s Cabinet agreed in March to endorse Lydiard Park Heritage Trust as its preferred bidder to take over the much-loved country park. Both parties entered into a period of due diligence to verify information provided by the Council earlier in the process in order to agree a Business Transfer Agreement and long-term lease.
Although discussions have gone well over the past few months, further work needs to be undertaken on the condition survey of the building and the future of the conference facilities. The due diligence period has therefore been extended to allow an agreement to be reached that suits both parties.
The community trust scored highest out of five bids received by the Council after the Cabinet agreed last year to invite formal bids to run the park with the aim of reducing the Council’s annual subsidy and ongoing maintenance for the popular attraction. In recent years the park had cost the Council around £460,000 a year to run.
Exploring commercial opportunities for Lydiard Park formed part of the Council’s Leisure and Culture Commissioning Change Programme, which resulted in the successful leasing of the Borough’s leisure and golf facilities. This secured a sustainable future for these important facilities, which are no longer reliant on subsidies from the Council.
Cllr Garry Perkins, Swindon Borough Council’s Cabinet Member responsible for Lydiard, said: “We have had some really positive discussions with the Trust and I would like to thank them for the passion, enthusiasm and professionalism they have shown since we began this process.
“Lydiard Park is such an important asset for people in Swindon and that is why the Council and the Trust have to be absolutely aligned when it comes to the transfer agreement and the terms of the lease. We have to get this right for both parties so we come up with the best possible agreement to secure Lydiard’s long-term future.”
Trust Chair Mike Bowden added: “Due diligence has been a challenging process for us all and there are still a couple of areas in the business transfer agreement which require further discussion.
“Cllr Perkins, many council officers and our Trustees are working constructively together to find a mutually acceptable way forward to secure Lydiard for generations to come.”
The outcome of the due diligence talks will be presented to the Council’s Cabinet in February. | urban_planning |
https://verdantteoville.buynextasia.com/verdant-teoville-pricelist | 2023-01-27T14:20:45 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-06/segments/1674764494986.94/warc/CC-MAIN-20230127132641-20230127162641-00594.warc.gz | 0.966364 | 306 | CC-MAIN-2023-06 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-06__0__183713004 | en | If you are a starting or growing family, finding a home in Verdant Teoville will provide your family a good start. Developed by Next Asia Land, one of the fastest growing real estate developers in the country, you can rest assured that they have committed all of their resources to provide a comfortable and durable home for your entire family. They have also made the homes modern in design so you can be proud to call your house a home. Even when it is humble in size, it does not lack in terms of modern aesthetics and style. In fact, the townhouse units at Verdant Teoville look more expensive than they really are!
On top of the aforementioned reasons to invest in Verdant Teoville, you will be pleased to note that the layout and floor plan were meticulously planned. There are two levels of living spaces, along with a car parking area to make it more convenient for future homeowners. The developers therefore reinforce the idea that you won’t have to sacrifice your needs to own an affordable house. In fact, it has a 4-bedroom design (with a provision for a maid’s room) so there is plenty of room for everyone in the family.
With a starting price of PhP 4.3 million, Verdant Teoville has one of the lowest price rates for homes within the area. Hence, this is your best opportunity to own a house and lot that is accessible to major tourist attractions in Parañaque and other parts of Metro Manila. | urban_planning |
http://www.uptownpark.lt/about-us/ | 2021-04-19T15:17:34 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2021-17/segments/1618038887646.69/warc/CC-MAIN-20210419142428-20210419172428-00089.warc.gz | 0.94417 | 602 | CC-MAIN-2021-17 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2021-17__0__5350465 | en | Uptown Park has been designed to meet all the essential needs of business and its employees. Among many advantages of this business centre are: a large floor area of 2700 m², flexible office layout solutions, two-floor parking lot, bike storage area, showers, a cafe and cozy inner courtyard.
A+ Energy Class office building ensures great working conditions and low operation costs throughout the year.
When the weather gets warmer, one will be able to enjoy a lunch break in the green spaces of the city park that is being developed nearby.
Uptown Park – a great space for your business and creativity!
The concept of Uptown Park was determined by the existing system of urban streets and buildings. The square-shaped network of surrounding streets creates small, individual, multi-functional blocks in precise forms. The buildings in this district encircle courtyards behind them, preserving their tranguil and vibrant inner lifestyle.
According to the architect of the building, Remigijus Bimba, Uptown Park is a separate city block on its own right. Its entire perimeter coincides with the existing streets, it has its own courtyard. The volume of the building is visually elevated, making it appear as if the building is floating above the streets - as a result building's inner space is being opened instead of being enclosed and not only visually, but also functionally.
The facade of the business centre reflects the essence of Uptown in terms of its rhythm, size, colour and light.
Functional building plan
The shape of the building, floor size and ceiling height make it possible to flexibly and conveniently arrange Uptown Park offices creating ergonomic, comfortable and efficient working spaces. An external glass facade that is 3.4 m high with openable windows ensures natural lighting for the workspaces.
Spacious underground parking
The business centre features a light and welcoming 2-storey parking lot with an electronic management system. Employees can travel directly to their offices in an elevator from both of the underground floors.
Strategically convenient location in the city centre
Uptown Park is easily accessed by both public and personal transport. From the business centre, you can reach Vilnius Old Town on foot, while International Airport, bus and railway stations are only 5-minute drive away.
The office building is clearly visible and easily recognisable while driving down the busy Švitrigailos and Naugarduko Streets.
This district offers a large selection of cafes, shops, hotels, fitness and beauty centres, other services necessary for your daily life.
Nearby city park
The site of the business centre is bordered by the historic Amatų street. Next to it, the municipality is developing a city park which should be opened in 2021.
The design of the park includes areas for relaxation, sports and community events, a park pavilion, green fields, hills and a children's playground. | urban_planning |
https://corporate.homedepot.com/news/foundation-and-community/home-depot-foundation-celebrates-40th-anniversary-atlanta-habitat | 2024-02-24T15:13:07 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-10/segments/1707947474541.96/warc/CC-MAIN-20240224144416-20240224174416-00775.warc.gz | 0.935046 | 448 | CC-MAIN-2024-10 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-10__0__115310156 | en | Atlanta Habitat for Humanity transforms communities through neighborhood revitalization, education, innovative development and partnerships. Since its launch in 1983, the nonprofit affordable home developer has served more than 2,400 families (6,000+ individuals) with its first-time home purchase, rehab and critical home repair services, and education programs.
The Home Depot Foundation is proud to announce a $1 million grant to Atlanta Habitat for Humanity to build 10 homes in the next two years.
“As Atlanta’s home prices continue to rise, The Home Depot Foundation is committed to ensuring more people have access to stable, affordable housing through our decades of work with Atlanta Habitat. These 10 homes in the innovative Browns Mill Village community will provide opportunities for homeownership to more of our neighbors here in The Home Depot’s hometown. We’re proud to partner with Atlanta Habitat and honored to help kick off its 40th anniversary celebration this year.” - Shannon Gerber, executive director of The Home Depot Foundation.
The Home Depot was among the first group of corporations to make significant contributions to Atlanta Habitat homeowner education programs and community repair initiatives 20 years ago. This grant is the latest in a series of major gifts from The Home Depot Foundation through the years, making it possible for Atlanta Habitat to continue its mission of transforming generations through home ownership and neighborhood revitalization.
Atlanta Habitat built 28 new homes last year. The organization plans to continue addressing the affordable housing gap by building a total of 40 homes in 2023 to honor their 40 years of service.
“Atlanta Habitat has a rich legacy of empowering generations to build and grow as homeowners – now we are poised to help even more families thrive by increasing the number of homes we build and by amplifying our programming in the communities we serve.” - Candice Jordan, chief development officer of Atlanta Habitat for Humanity.
These efforts further The Home Depot Foundation’s commitment to its nonprofit partners. Over the last decade, The Home Depot Foundation has invested millions to support Atlanta communities with affordable housing, education opportunities, restored parks and other community development and outreach projects.
To learn more, visit HomeDepotFoundation.org. | urban_planning |
https://www.huntington.org/staff/thomas-polansky?format=simple&width=600&height=650&iframe=true | 2022-08-17T17:16:13 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2022-33/segments/1659882573029.81/warc/CC-MAIN-20220817153027-20220817183027-00093.warc.gz | 0.965867 | 219 | CC-MAIN-2022-33 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2022-33__0__178375025 | en | Thomas Polansky joined The Huntington in April 2021 as vice president for operations and facilities overseeing all buildings and facilities across the 207-acre property, master planning and space use, security, custodial services, safety and emergency planning, infrastructure, construction, and project management, among other related areas. He is responsible for more than 130 staff.
Prior to joining The Huntington, Thomas served as associate vice president of facilities management at Occidental College where he was responsible for master planning, construction, maintenance, environmental health and safety, custodial services, and a staff of more than 80. Major initiatives included construction of a new aquatic and tennis center, a recording studio, offices, science labs, landscapes, and classrooms. Before going to Oxy, Polansky served as director of facilities management for Abode Communities, a nonprofit providing affordable housing in the Los Angeles area. He also has served as a project manager at UCLA and headed his own architectural firm in the early 2000s.
Polansky has a bachelor's degree from UCLA and a master's in architecture from the University of Virginia. | urban_planning |
http://weyerscavecommunitycenter.com/park/ | 2024-03-02T07:06:19 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-10/segments/1707947475757.50/warc/CC-MAIN-20240302052634-20240302082634-00234.warc.gz | 0.941787 | 264 | CC-MAIN-2024-10 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-10__0__165932193 | en | The Weyers Cave Ruritan Park is adjacent to the Weyers Cave Community Center. Often, people need to use the Park and Center together, such as for Cruise-ins, Dog Shows, Amateur Radio Demonstrations, and other outdoor events. These events can be coordinated with the Community Center on an as-needed basis. However, for uses of the park NOT associated with the Weyers Cave Community Center, please call Paul Wilson at 810-6217. Fields or pavilions must be reserved ahead of time.
The Park is managed by the Weyers Cave Recreation Association. It contains a .8 mile paved walking trail, soccer fields, softball fields, a children’s playground with parents’ pavilion, a concession stand, restrooms, a barbecue pit, and two dining pavilions.
In order to keep up with the costs associated with lights, mowing, reseeding the fields, etc., there are charges applied to group activities. A $5 per player per season foot fee is required for the fields.
Alcohol, firearms, and illegal activities are not permitted in the park. Driving motor vehicles on the footpath is also not allowed. In addition, unscheduled use of the fields, particularly when they have recently been seeded, is not permitted. | urban_planning |
http://www.rivesdemoselle.fr/Ecopark-Val-Euromoselle.html | 2019-02-24T04:13:16 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2019-09/segments/1550249578748.86/warc/CC-MAIN-20190224023850-20190224045850-00467.warc.gz | 0.945786 | 203 | CC-MAIN-2019-09 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2019-09__0__104063957 | en | This park is designed in particular for value added tertiary businesses, high tech, medical and training businesses as well as companies committed to high environmental quality ( ISO14001).
Situated on the territory of Norroy-the-Veneur, at the foot of the Moselle hills, the Ecopark is pursuing a dual objective:
- to offer companies a functional, landscaped area equipped with high technology
- to offer a leisure area for employees and the local population (wooded area, pedestrian paths, cycle paths etc)
There are 78 hectares which will be progressively developed of which 33 hectares will be offered to companies for purchase.
The first stage of development started in January 2005 allowing the sale of 10 000 m². It is estimated that the development work will take five years in all. The price of plots is 30,50 € excluding VAT/ m² net of a contribution by the community of 10,16 €
Find out more www.ecoparc.eu | urban_planning |
https://langcesj.org/projects/hello-my-name-is-gentrified-exhibition-2014 | 2019-10-21T06:03:54 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2019-43/segments/1570987756350.80/warc/CC-MAIN-20191021043233-20191021070733-00083.warc.gz | 0.951359 | 191 | CC-MAIN-2019-43 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2019-43__0__112596437 | en | Several Gural Scholars sought to investigate the topic of gentrification for their end-of-year group project after participating in faculty member Carolyn Thompson's course “Reading NYC,” which focused on this issue and witnessing gentrification directly in New York City. Through a selection of curated readings, site visits to communities and interviews with New York City residents, the scholars engaged with the complex and interlocking socio-political history of gentrification in the city. Hello My Name Is Gentrified is a collaborative effort of the 10 scholars who conceptually created and visually curated an exhibition that tells the story of a few individuals' lived experiences with gentrification through photos and recorded interviews. This particular exhibition creates a space to dialogue and engages with individual and collective experiences around gentrification in New York City through imagery and sound. As one scholar put it, "We want the audience to not only see, but hear and sense what gentrification feels like in New York City." | urban_planning |
https://svad.cah.ucf.edu/news/art-in-state-buildings-program-project/ | 2018-08-16T09:46:47 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2018-34/segments/1534221210615.10/warc/CC-MAIN-20180816093631-20180816113631-00438.warc.gz | 0.86278 | 128 | CC-MAIN-2018-34 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2018-34__0__39552203 | en | Dr. Phillips Academic Commons (UCF 578)
UCF Downtown Campus
University of Central Florida, Orlando
Art Allocation: $85,000.00
The University of Central Florida is pleased to announce a major public art opportunity. The UCF/Florida Art in State Buildings Program seeks qualifications from artists and artist/design collectives to design, fabricate and install permanent site-specific public art into the new Dr. Phillips Academic Commons at the UCF Downtown campus. The public art elements must be an integral part of the Commons, located in downtown Orlando newest development, Creative Village.
Category: Department, Highlight | urban_planning |
https://www.agcts.com/blank-10 | 2024-02-26T01:25:04 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-10/segments/1707947474649.44/warc/CC-MAIN-20240225234904-20240226024904-00831.warc.gz | 0.952367 | 109 | CC-MAIN-2024-10 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-10__0__102248822 | en | The campus of California Theological Seminary, where class sessions will be held, is located at 8700 Stanton Ave., Buena Park, California.
The City of Buena Park is located in the central area of Orange County and practically surrounded by two major freeways 5 and 91. This location allows the school to easily get access to neighboring cities and Los Angeles area.
The total building space is 10,000 s.f. of which the land is about 1.5 acres. Parking area provides 90 spaces including handicap parking. | urban_planning |
https://co.fulton.pa.us/planning-commission.php | 2023-12-07T11:05:55 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-50/segments/1700679100651.34/warc/CC-MAIN-20231207090036-20231207120036-00107.warc.gz | 0.847961 | 155 | CC-MAIN-2023-50 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-50__0__3707590 | en | Justin Evans, Planning and Mapping Director
219 N. Second St., Suite 102
McConnellsburg, PA 17233
Monday - Friday 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
The 2023 meetings of the Fulton County Planning Commission will be held on January 26, April 27, July 27 and October 25, unless otherwise advertised. All meetings will begin at 7:00 p.m. in the Planning Office, lower level of the Services for Children Building, 219 North Second Street, McConnellsburg, PA.
Planning Commission Members:
Rick Leese, Chair
Jim Kriner, Vice Chair
Assessment Data, Deeds, and Tax Maps are available online. Click here for more information and to obtain access. | urban_planning |
https://www.rivertonutah.gov/blog_detail_T55_R80.php?page=/blog_section_T53_R2.php§ion=Mayor's%20Messages | 2024-04-13T07:04:57 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-18/segments/1712296816586.79/warc/CC-MAIN-20240413051941-20240413081941-00730.warc.gz | 0.960431 | 635 | CC-MAIN-2024-18 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-18__0__134765528 | en | By Mayor Trent Staggs
Over the last two years the Southwest Mayors Coalition made up of Bluffdale, Copperton, Herriman, Riverton, South Jordan, and West Jordan have been very vocal about our opposition to the Olympia Hills development project. There is an uncanny opinion by some of our county officials that the southwest region needs to absorb more of the growth that is coming. Coincidentally, this opinion largely coincides with individuals who don’t live in our area, don’t understand the needs of our residents or what planning decisions have already been made.
Last month, the county council voted 6-3 to approve zoning changes that allow for Olympia Hills to move forward with their 933-acre development. It is unfortunate that the county officials who voted for this change ignored the thousands of residents who voiced their opposition to the project, along with the six mayors from the cities that will be directly affected by this high-density development.
There are many flaws with the current Olympia Hills development plan that will directly affect Riverton, including:
- Community General Plan: In 2008, the County’s Southwest General Plan was amended and allowed for 3-5 units per acre. With this amendment, cities including Riverton have used those numbers to appropriately plan for our own infrastructure needs. The approved density is almost 40% greater than the upper limit of the county’s general plan.
- Density Studies: The Southwest Vision Study is currently ongoing and is planned to be completed by the end of this year. The county spent $100,000 of taxpayer money to fund this study which was meant to help proactively plan for the future of the southwest region. The approval of Olympia Hills ultimately negates the effectiveness of that study and negatively impacts the planning efforts for this region.
- Infrastructure Impact: The impact to existing municipal infrastructure is estimated to cost the surrounding cities at least $40 million. Even more troublesome is the fact that there are no funding mechanisms in place to pay for current roadway infrastructure needs along Mt. View Corridor and Bangerter Highway, let alone funds available to pay for the additional infrastructure needed to support this project.
- Inadequate Water Supplies: The Jordan Valley Water Conservancy District (JVWCD) has estimated that this development, which is approximately 10% the size of Riverton’s footprint, would use the equivalent amount of water that our entire city would use. It would also push JVWCD’s planning timeline forward ten years, which jeopardizes their ability to deliver water supplies moving forward.
I want to reiterate that Riverton and our surrounding cities are not scared of growth. In fact, the southwest region has accounted for over 70% of the population growth since 2000. We simply believe in smart responsible growth accompanied by infrastructure that won’t diminish our quality of life.
Although a majority of county leadership has completely disregarded the “people’s voice,” I want to reassure you that you are my priority and I will continue to listen and fight for the needs of this great city.
Published April 1, 2020 | urban_planning |
http://www.hestiagroup.ca/developments/projects/skypointe-seniors-community/ | 2018-01-24T07:49:46 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2018-05/segments/1516084893530.89/warc/CC-MAIN-20180124070239-20180124090239-00585.warc.gz | 0.959442 | 221 | CC-MAIN-2018-05 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2018-05__0__146122101 | en | Sky Pointe Seniors Community
Planned on a 3.94 acre site, this comprehensively designed project, located within the Skyview Ranch community, is a development providing ‘supportive and long term care for the aging seniors within Calgary. The development is comprised of two phases of separate yet integrated building components.
The anchor phase, assisted living, is comprised of 352 suites and the second phase consists of 89 independent living suites. The mission for the development is to provide residents with the most home-like environment as possible by creating a supportive community atmosphere and a lifestyle through recreation and special events, which strive to maintain an avenue for the seniors to interact with local community programs.
Skypointe Seniors Community is a contemporary prairie style pronounced through its building articulation and use of materials. The development will provide a crucial service for living in place for seniors as well as the community at large by way of community services such as child daycare and other community programs.
The building is currently under construction scheduled for completion in spring of 2018. Phase Independent Living is scheduled for construction in 2019. | urban_planning |
https://www.lpassociation.com/forum/threads/population-of-where-you-live.20203/ | 2022-08-11T09:09:57 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2022-33/segments/1659882571246.56/warc/CC-MAIN-20220811073058-20220811103058-00022.warc.gz | 0.973896 | 97 | CC-MAIN-2022-33 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2022-33__0__161716666 | en | What's the population of the city/town/village you live in? Vote and estimate the population. I live in Vancouver, BC. It's the biggest Canadian city on the west coast, with a population of approximately 1.7 million people. Think that's big? I used to live in Beijing, China. It has an official population of 16 million, but in reality has at least 17 million because they didn't count migrant workers. I'm not bragging or anything. | urban_planning |
http://www.njhighlandscoalition.org/HTML/high_rmp.html | 2017-03-28T23:28:58 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2017-13/segments/1490218190134.25/warc/CC-MAIN-20170322212950-00073-ip-10-233-31-227.ec2.internal.warc.gz | 0.955089 | 358 | CC-MAIN-2017-13 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2017-13__0__34307662 | en | Highlands Regional Master Plan
The Highlands Water Protection and Planning Act provides that the Highlands Council is to complete a Regional Master Plan (RMP) for the 88 Highlands municipalities included in the statute. The first Draft RMP was released on November 30, 2006, and the public comment period ended on May 11, 2007. There were 8 public hearings on the Draft RMP in early 2007. The Highlands Council released the Final Draft RMP on November 30, 2007, and the public comment period ran through February 28th, 2008. There were three public hearings on the Final Draft RMP in early 2008. The RMP was adopted on September 5, 2008.
The RMP is a vision for the future of the NJ Highlands. It seeks to determine the amount of growth and type of development and activity that the ecosystem of the Highlands can sustain, with a special focus on water supply. It establishes capacity limitations for future growth within the Region related to both natural systems (such as water supplies) and the built environment (such as wastewater and transportation infrastructure).
The Highlands Act divides the nearly 860,000-acre New Jersey Highlands Region into 2 parts — the Preservation Area and the Planning Area. The Preservation Area consists of nearly 415,000 acres located in 52 municipalities. The Planning Area consists of nearly 445,000 acres located in 83 municipalities.
A fundamental distinction between the Preservation Area and the Planning Area is that municipal and county conformance with the RMP is required in the Preservation Area and is voluntary in the Planning Area. Conformance will consist of incorporation of the RMP into municipal master plans, zoning and ordinances.
According to the Highlands Act, the Highlands RMP must be re-adopted every six years.
Regional Master Plan (Highlands Council website) | urban_planning |
http://www.davincihomes.com/canada-housing-starts-higher-expected/ | 2017-11-22T03:28:12 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2017-47/segments/1510934806455.2/warc/CC-MAIN-20171122031440-20171122051440-00650.warc.gz | 0.967921 | 360 | CC-MAIN-2017-47 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2017-47__0__99066188 | en | Canada housing starts higher than expected.
Canada Mortgage and Housing Corp. says March was a stronger month for housing starts in most parts of the country. CMHC’s seasonally adjusted rate was 189,708 units last month, up from 151,238 in February. According to the Financial Post, most of the growth came from multiple-unit dwellings, especially in urban areas. Starts of multiple-unit dwellings such as condos and apartments was up 48.2 per cent, rising to 125,263 units on an annualized basis March. Ontario, British Columbia, Quebec and the Prairies saw increases in urban housing construction, while the Atlantic region had a decline. CMHC chief economist Bob Dugan said the month-to-month comparison is only part of the story and the trend has moved lower since September “partly reflecting efforts to manage the level of completed but unsold units.”
Oliver: No action needed on housing market
Finance Minister Joe Oliver got the bad news on the economy as he met with private sector economists to discuss Canada’s outlook in advance of the April 21 budget, according to an article in the Toronto Star. Oliver said the government has no intention at the moment of moving to cool off the red-hot housing market. “We are closely monitoring the residential real estate market,” he said. “We’ll take action if necessary.” When asked about the move from a Toronto credit union that offered what may be the lowest mortgage rate ever — 1.49 per cent, Oliver said, “We understand and are watching the fact that consumer debt is high,” Oliver said. But he also pointed out that the credit picture has improved and “default rates are very low.” | urban_planning |
https://collegeguruji.in/school-of-planning-and-architecture-recruitment-2022/ | 2023-12-06T10:53:22 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-50/segments/1700679100593.71/warc/CC-MAIN-20231206095331-20231206125331-00352.warc.gz | 0.885231 | 819 | CC-MAIN-2023-50 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-50__0__315564196 | en | School of Planning and Architecture Recruitment 2022 | SPA Recruitment 2022 | Assistant Professor Vacancy | SPA Delhi Vacancy
School of Planning and Architecture, (SPA) New Delhi has released vacancies advertisement for the post of Professor/ Associate Professor/ Assistant Professor. Interested candidates may apply offline through speed post before 18th November 2022.
Eligible Candidates can Apply Offline for Professor, Associate Professor, Assistant Professor Posts in Various Departments. Candidates can visit the official website of the college www.spa.ac.in.
About School of Planning and Architecture (SPA)
The School of Planning and Architecture had a modest beginning in 1941 as a Department of Architecture of Delhi Polytechnic. It was later affiliated to the University of Delhi and integrated with the School of Town and Country Planning which was established in 1955 by the Government of India to provide facilities for rural, urban and regional planning. On integration, the School was renamed as School of Planning and Architecture in 1959.
Important Information School of Planning and Architecture Recruitment 2022 | SPA Recruitment 2022
|Organization Name||School of Planning and Architecture (SPA)|
|Post for||Professor, Associate Professor, Assistant Professor|
|Advt No. / Notification No.||NA|
|Job Location||4, Block-B, Indraprastha Estate, New Delhi – 110 0O2|
|Apply Mode||Offline Mode|
|Last Date for Online Application||18-11-2022|
|Official Website of Janki Devi Memorial College||https://spa.ac.in|
|Offline form download link||Click Here|
|Official Advt. / Notification Download||Notification|
Departments for Faculty Positions in School of Planning and Architecture Recruitment 2022
- Building Engineering & Management
- Landscape Architecture
- Transport Planning
- Urban Design
- Physical Planning
- Industrial Design
- Architectural Conservation
Important Dates for School of Planning and Architecture Recruitment 2022 | SPA Vacancy | Assistant Professor
- Application Start Date- 27.10.2022
- Last date for Apply- 18.11.2022
Pay Scale post wise for School of Planning and Architecture Recruitment 2022
|Professor||Academic Pay Level 14|
|Associate Professor||Academic Pay Level 13A 1|
|Assistant Professor||Academic Pay Level 10|
- UR/OBC – 2500 Rs
- SC/ST/PwD – NIL
application fee needs to be paid online through SBI Collect, by logging on SPA Delhi website under online payment tab or directly visiting at SBI Collect website
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How to apply for the SPA Posts 2022?
Application (s) should be made on the prescribed form, which can be downloaded from the
School’s website www.spa.ac.in along with fee payment receipt. Applications addressed to the Registrar, School of Planning and Architecture, 4, Block-B, Indraprastha Estate, New Delhi-110002, must reach within 21 days of the publication of this advertisement in the Employment News, (………) in a sealed envelope superscribed as “Application for the Position of…… ………….” through speed post only.
What is the last date for the online application of School of Planning and Architecture Vacancy 2022?
18.11.2022 is the last date for the submission of offline application.
How many vacancies in SPA Recruitment 2022?
There are total 29 posts in different departments.
How to apply for School of Planning & Architecture Recruitment 2022?
Interested candidates may apply offline through speed post before 18th November 2022. | urban_planning |
http://kimblecouncil.org/planning.html | 2017-04-29T03:35:58 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2017-17/segments/1492917123270.78/warc/CC-MAIN-20170423031203-00642-ip-10-145-167-34.ec2.internal.warc.gz | 0.856004 | 615 | CC-MAIN-2017-17 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2017-17__0__157792739 | en | The Parish Council does not have the power to determine planning applications but is consulted by Wycombe District Council on all applications under consideration. Members of W.D.C. or officers with deferred powers make the decisions.
Clicking on an underlined Planning Application Number will take you directly to the Wycombe District Council Planning Portal where you can access full details of the application, view any associated plans, comment on the application, read the comments made by the Parish Council and read the decision when it has been made.
Please note that you will need to have the Adobe Acrobat Reader installed on your computer in order to read or print the planning documents. If you don't have the reader you can download it here
|17/05920/FUL||Old Rifle Range Farm Risborough Road Great Kimble||Erection of detached agricultural building to provide handling facilities and temporary accommodation for stags.|
|17/05911/HPDN||12 Hill View Great Kimble||Notification of proposed single storey rear extension; Depth extending from the original rear wall of 4.76 metres, a maximum height of 3.41 metres and an eaves height of 2.5 metres|
|17/05734/FUL||Hideaway Hill View Great Kimble||Householder application for erection of single storey side extension and new front porch, pitched roof over existing flat roofed side/rear element|
|17/05576/FUL||Timboroa Upper Icknield Way Cadsden||Householder application for demolition of attached double garage and removal of timber balcony on front facade, construction of two storey front extension and part two storey, part single storey rear extension, basement and raised decking (alternative scheme to pp 16/07166/FUL)|
|17/05305/FUL||Kasturi Indian Restaurant Risborough Road Little Kimble||Demolition of an existing restaurant and erection of a terrace of 4 x 3 -bed terraced homes with associated parking|
|17/05541/HPDN||10 Hill View Great Kimble||Notification of proposed single storey rear extension; Depth extending from the original rear wall of 4.97 metres, a maximum height of 3.41 metres and an eaves height of 2.5 metres|
|17/05590/FUL||6 Hill View Great Kimble||Householder application for construction of single storey rear extension and fenestration alterations|
|17/05494/HEDGE||OS Parcel 8087 Marsh Road Little Kimble||Hedgerow Removal Notice|
|17/05099/FUL||Rear Of Clematis Cottage Lower Icknield Way Great Kimble||Erection of 1 x 3 bed detached dwelling with detached garage and parking area.|
|16/08454/FUL||Land At Stables Farm Marsh Road Little Kimble||Application for erection of single storey 3-bed detached dwelling (Retrospective)| | urban_planning |
http://ssjsurveyors.co.uk/commercial-portfolio/refurbishment?page=2 | 2018-11-18T10:51:59 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2018-47/segments/1542039744348.50/warc/CC-MAIN-20181118093845-20181118115845-00251.warc.gz | 0.945426 | 446 | CC-MAIN-2018-47 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2018-47__0__30334638 | en | Project: Bloxwich Hall, Bloxwich, Walsall
Client: Bloxwich Housing Trust
Programme: 6 weeks
The original building comprised a Grade II Listed structure which had been used by a major local IT company as offices. Silk Plant & Associates Limited were instructed by Bloxwich Housing Trust to completely refurbish the interior of the building in consultation with the Local Conservation Officer to improve the office accommodation, create up to date disabled access and to fit security partitions within the public areas.
Silk Plant & Associates Limited undertook a full project design and management service obtaining the necessary statutory consents, obtaining tenders, contract managing the project on site to final completion.
Project: J T Hughes Car Showroom, Oswestry
Programme: 2 months
Full project Design & Management service was provided to turn a dilapidated former retail unit into a modern car showroom.
All necessary statutory consents were obtained for the client, followed by the management of a contract to refurbish the building which included both internal and external improvements.
Project: Wilkinson House, Telford
Client: Patrick Burling Developments Ltd
Programme: 6 months
We were engaged by the owners of Wilkinson House to completely refurbish this building, both internally and externally to create a modern look, changing in particular the external appearance of what was regarded as a rather dated and unimposing 1980s office building in the centre of Telford Town Centre
Project: 44-45 High Street & 99 Cartway, Bridgnorth
Client: Local Shopping Reit Plc
Programme: 4 months
The company engaged by L S Reit Plc to carry out a survey of the existing fire precautions provided to this Grade II Listed building. Approval of both the Fire Authority and Conservation Department for upgrading fire precautions and removal of a Statutory Fire Enforcement Notice on the building was obtained.
We were engaged to undertake the design and project management of the work up to completion.
Project: Unitarian Church, Shrewsbury
This scheme involved undertaking a photographic survey of this Grade II Listed property, defect diagnosis, preparation of repair proposals and subsequently preparing specification & drawings for tender purposes. | urban_planning |
http://www.inntravel.co.uk/slow/living/explore/August-2016/Ljubljana-Green-Capital | 2017-04-24T11:19:55 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2017-17/segments/1492917119356.19/warc/CC-MAIN-20170423031159-00634-ip-10-145-167-34.ec2.internal.warc.gz | 0.949875 | 1,521 | CC-MAIN-2017-17 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2017-17__0__144333731 | en | Ljubljana, the capital city of Slovenia, is so proud of the quality of its water that 17 drinking fountains have been installed. Restaurants are encouraged to serve locally sourced organic produce... and we should also mention the free electric taxis and public bicycles. The city is officially the 2016 European Green Capital and it’s done so much more than pay lip-service to the environment to win this eco gong.
Far from being the kind of sterile, charmless city that might have been bestowed with such an honour, Ljubljana is – by any measure – an absolutely beautiful place to be. It has escaped any major war damage over the past 100 years (even the ‘ten-day war’ during the break-up of the former Yugoslavia in 1991 left few scars), and the city centre, a latticework of arched alleys and cultural monuments, is both compact and perfectly formed. The cobbled streets are lined by Baroque and Art Nouveau buildings, and these in turn border the graceful, willow-fringed Ljubljanica River that runs right through the heart of the city. There’s even a castle – an imposing-looking, 16th-century one at that – sat atop its rocky hill, and a multitude of richly painted, atmospheric churches.
In tune with its green credentials, Ljubljana is a city that is made for walking. The grounds of the castle have been given over to a cluster of first-rate museums, and although it’s a stiff 15-minute jaunt to the top of Castle Hill, there’s a swish (and unobtrusively designed) funicular railway to take the strain out of the journey, and scintillating views of the snow-dusted Kamniške Alps once you get there. Ljubljana is also great for cyclists, and the city’s bike-hire scheme, 'BicikeLJ', provides 300 bikes across 32 stations, 300 to 500 metres apart. You can hire bikes for an hour for free (it’s easy to register online) and thereafter pay a nominal hourly rate.
During its bid for the European Green Capital crown, Ljubljana set up a dedicated 'Green Ljubljana' website, a fine reference point for its many environmentally friendly initiatives. With the aim of leaving a longer-term legacy, a different environmental issue is promoted around the city each month. Indeed, there are 542 square metres of public green space per inhabitant in the Slovene capital, and the highest share of sorted rubbish in Europe at a whopping 63%! Furthermore, no fewer than 93 large infrastructural projects have been earmarked to improve the environment and quality of living by 2025.
So how did it come to win? Well, from a total of 12 nominated cities, Ljubljana was short-listed alongside Germany's Essen and Nijmegen in The Netherlands for this year's Green Capital award. The jury was impressed not just by its current environmental commitment, but also by the transformation in sustainability made over the previous 10 to 15 years – including local transport initiatives, priority cycle lanes and an almost total pedestrianisation of the city centre. They were also taken by Ljubljana’s efforts to preserve and protect the city’s green spaces – such an important aspect of its character – and the revitalisation of ‘brown field’ sites.
In addition to the very substantial environmental steps it has taken, Ljubljana feels fresh, open, inviting and very much in tune with its natural surroundings. During summer, there’s some form of cultural entertainment on offer seemingly every day of the week, and all events held in public areas are free of charge. The city is bustling with open-air café gardens and food markets; and you should look out, too, for dishes promoted under the ‘Taste Ljubljana’ brand, prepared according to traditional recipes but using more modern and innovative methods. Ljubljana has also been called ‘the city of wine and vine’, and ever since Roman times (when the city was called Emona), vines have been grown in its benign summer climate, making this a regional centre for the wine trade over many generations. In fact, while you’re here, we strongly recommend paying a visit to Movia wine bar, right next door to Ljubljana’s City Hall, were you can sample a variety of the excellent local wines, and perhaps buy a few bottles to take home from the adjoining shop.
In short, we cannot recommend Ljubljana highly enough. It’s undoubtedly a fine place to live (even the suburbs are leafily genteel with a village-like appeal), and it’s a wonderful city in which to spend a few days or a long weekend. This most charming and diminutive of European capitals has a fresh-faced love of life in general, and, when it comes to being green, it doesn’t just talk the talk, it walks the walk – and does so with pride.
10 ways to make the most of Ljubljana
1) Stroll along the banks of the Ljubljanica River. By day or by night, this stretch of the city centre, designed by architect Jože Plečnik (Slovenia’s most celebrated urban planner) is an absolute delight.
2) Cycle, cycle everywhere... take advantage of the excellent bike hire scheme and one of the most pedal-friendly city cycle networks in Europe.
3) Take the funicular railway up to the top of Castle Hill for cafés, museums and endless views.
4) Enjoy a floodlit evening boat ride along the river.
5) Visit the Sunday morning flea market that takes over the banks of the Ljubljanica.
6) Take a photograph (or a selfie, if you must!) of the famous and remarkably beautiful ‘Triple Bridge’ in the heart of the pedestrianised Old Town.
7) Try štruklji (traditional Slovene filled dumplings), perhaps with a glass of Laško or Union beer, or a tot of local brandy.
8) Take a day trip: Ljubljana is within easy reach of the country’s tiny, 47-kilometre coastline (glorious Piran is a marvel), as well as mountains and ski resorts to the north.
9) Visit Metelkova Mesto, which began life in 1882 as barracks for the Austro-Hungarian army. The buildings have been turned into art galleries and artists’ studios, intermingled with music venues that offer an alternative and slightly subversive vibe.
10) Sample a glass of Rebula, a refreshingly dry white wine. If red’s more your thing, try full-bodied Teran – best enjoyed with a plate or two of Slovenian ‘tapas’.
More about our city add-on in Ljubljana, which can be added to a walking holiday in Slovenia > | urban_planning |
https://livenowandzen.com/2021/11/21/the-most-colorado-thing-that-happened-today/ | 2023-06-09T15:44:57 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-23/segments/1685224656737.96/warc/CC-MAIN-20230609132648-20230609162648-00134.warc.gz | 0.991456 | 412 | CC-MAIN-2023-23 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-23__0__103459655 | en | We live in an area that is currently being developed southwest of Denver. It’s a part of town that up until now has been characterized by small, family-owned ranches. Little by little, though, the landowners here have been cashing out as Denver has expanded and housing costs have skyrocketed. We moved out to this new development from Denver last year because we wanted to have a little more open space and a little less traffic congestion and street noise around us. We were thrilled to buy a house that backs to a natural ravine, which is characterized as open space as we have no one living directly behind us. In the past year, we have seen deer and coyotes in this open space. One day there was even a moose spotted further up the ravine. Today, though, we were fortunate enough to witness something different.
The people who own the development put on a cattle drive through our neighborhood. Since Denver was originally a “cow town,” it was fitting today to get to experience a little of that history. The cattle were driven up the open space behind our house to a pasture behind the neighborhood where they will graze for the winter. The beauty of this is that we were literally able to stand in our yard and on our deck to see this spectacle. While many of our fellow neighbors who turned out for the event had to find a spot along a street from which to watch, our yard was within feet of the ranchers on horseback who were herding the cattle up the ravine. Even our three-month-old corgi puppy enjoyed the experience, barking at the cattle he felt compelled by nature to herd as they jogged on by.
It’s a privilege to live in Colorado every single day, even if driving here can be a nightmare. On this particular Sunday, though, it was epic that there was no Broncos game so the only traffic we had to deal with was the four-legged kind moving briefly behind our home on the way to better pastures. | urban_planning |
https://www.asiafamilytraveller.com/post/singapore-s-sentosa-brani-tourism-masterplan-under-review | 2023-03-31T04:06:49 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-14/segments/1679296949533.16/warc/CC-MAIN-20230331020535-20230331050535-00260.warc.gz | 0.920768 | 496 | CC-MAIN-2023-14 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-14__0__268260384 | en | Big plans to redevelop Sentosa island are now under review.
Plans to develop Singapore’s Sentosa and Brani islands into a world class leisure and tourist destination are under review, according to local media reports.
The Sentosa-Brani tourism masterplan was revealed in the autumn of 2019, just months prior to the outbreak of the pandemic. The 600 hectare project aimed to integrate the two islands, expanding Sentosa’s existing tourism offerings and rewilding the former industrial port of Pulau Brani.
Natural habitats, including coastal coral reefs between Brani and Sentosa, wetland areas and sandy beachfronts, were to be reinstated.
Under the Senstosa-Brani tourism masterplan, the redeveloped islands were to feature five zones, including a Vibrant Cluster with attractions and outdoor performance space, Island Heart offering indoor and outdoor attractions, Waterfront with a futuristic discovery park, Ridgeline with nature and heritage attractions connecting Mount Faber, Pulau Brani, Mount Serapong and Mount Imbiah to Fort Siloso, and Beachfront boasting family-friendly water-themed attractions.
The masterplan was part of a wider government initiative to rejuvenate Singapore’s Greater Southern Waterfront.
The masterplan was expected to be implemented over two to three decades. However, construction work on the first milestone project - Sentosa Sensoryscape, a 30,000sqm multisensory two-tiered walkway connecting Resorts World Sentosa in the north with Sentosa’s beaches in the south - was halted following the outbreak of Covid-19. The S$90 million walkway was originally due for completion this year.
The entire Sentosa-Brani masterplan is now reported to be under review by Sentosa Development Corporation. Along with rising building costs, it’s believed the plan may need to go back to the drawing board due to changing tourist attitudes in the wake of the pandemic. Post-pandemic feasibility studies are reportedly being carried out.
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http://treetrimexperts.com/the-arborists-of-tauranga-guardians-of-urban-greenery/ | 2024-02-29T09:27:08 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-10/segments/1707947474795.48/warc/CC-MAIN-20240229071243-20240229101243-00158.warc.gz | 0.931951 | 646 | CC-MAIN-2024-10 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-10__0__33244300 | en | In the picturesque city of Tauranga, nestled in the Bay of Plenty, a group of unsung heroes quietly goes about their work, ensuring the health and vitality of the urban greenery that graces the city’s landscapes. These silent guardians are the arborists of Tauranga, dedicated professionals who play a crucial role in maintaining the well-being of trees and green spaces throughout the region.
Arborists, also known as tree surgeons or tree care specialists, are trained professionals who specialize in the cultivation, management, and study of trees, shrubs, and other perennial woody plants. In Tauranga, where a rich tapestry of greenery adorns the streets, parks, and public spaces, arborists are indispensable custodians of the urban forest.
One of the primary responsibilities of arborist Tauranga is tree maintenance. This involves a range of tasks, including pruning, trimming, and shaping trees to promote their health and aesthetic appeal. Regular maintenance not only enhances the visual appeal of the city but also ensures the safety of residents and property by preventing the risk of falling branches or weakened trees.
In addition to routine maintenance, arborists in Tauranga are experts in tree diagnostics and treatment. They are trained to identify and address various tree diseases, pests, and environmental stressors that can threaten the well-being of the urban forest. With their in-depth knowledge of local flora, these professionals play a crucial role in preserving the diverse species of trees that contribute to the city’s ecological balance.
Arborists are also involved in tree planting initiatives, contributing to the expansion and enrichment of green spaces in Tauranga. They carefully select suitable tree species based on environmental conditions, ensuring the longevity and adaptability of the planted trees. These efforts not only enhance the aesthetic appeal of the city but also contribute to improved air quality and a healthier urban environment.
In recent years, the role of arborists in Tauranga has expanded to include urban forestry planning. As cities worldwide grapple with the challenges of climate change and urbanization, arborists are instrumental in developing sustainable strategies for managing and expanding urban green spaces. Their expertise in tree selection, care, and maintenance is crucial in creating resilient and vibrant urban forests that can withstand the pressures of a changing climate.
Beyond their technical skills, arborists in Tauranga are known for their passion and dedication to the preservation of nature. Many of these professionals actively engage in community outreach programs, educating residents about the importance of trees and green spaces in urban settings. They often collaborate with local authorities, environmental organizations, and schools to promote a culture of tree conservation and environmental stewardship.
In conclusion, the arborists of Tauranga are the unsung heroes who work tirelessly to maintain and enhance the city’s greenery. Their expertise in tree care, disease management, and urban forestry planning make them invaluable contributors to the overall well-being of the community. As Tauranga continues to flourish and evolve, these dedicated professionals will remain at the forefront, ensuring that the city’s urban forest thrives for generations to come. | urban_planning |
https://www.amazon.com.au/Urban-Squares-Places-Links-Displays-ebook/dp/B01IHQ3SA2 | 2019-03-25T16:50:17 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2019-13/segments/1552912204077.10/warc/CC-MAIN-20190325153323-20190325175323-00558.warc.gz | 0.968068 | 696 | CC-MAIN-2019-13 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2019-13__0__60772137 | en | To attract investment and tourists and to enhance the quality of life of their citizens, municipal authorities are paying considerable attention to the quality of the public domain of their cities – including their urban squares. Politicians find them good places for rallies. Children consider squares to be playgrounds, the elderly as places to catch-up with each other, and for many others squares are simply a place to pause for a moment.
Urban Squares as Places, Links and Displays: Successes and Failures discusses how people experience squares and the nature of the people who use them. It presents a ‘typology of squares’ based on the dimensions of ownership, the square’s instrumental functions, and a series of their basic physical attributes including size, degree of enclosure, configuration and organization of the space within them and finally based on their aesthetic attributes – their meanings. Twenty case studies illustrate what works and what does not work in different cities around the world. It discusses the qualities of lively squares and quieter, more restorative places as well as what contributes to making urban squares less desirable as destinations for the general public. The book closes with the policy implications, stressing the importance and difficulties of designing good public places.
Urban Squares offers how-to guidance along with a strong theoretical framework making it ideal for architects, city planners and landscape architects working on the design and upgrade of squares.
About the Author
Jon Lang is an Emeritus Professor at the University of New South Wales in Sydney Australia where he headed the School of Architecture from 1998 to 2004. He is also the director for urban design of ERG/Environmental Research Group Inc. in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Born in Kolkata, India he received his early education in that city and in Kalimpong. He has a bachelor’s degree in architecture from the University of the Witwatersrand in Johannesburg and a doctorate from Cornell University in Ithaca, New York. He taught at the University of Pennsylvania from 1970 to 1990, heading its Urban Design Program in the 1980s, before settling in Australia. He has authored books on urban design, architecture in India, the relationship between people and the built environment and on architectural theory. He has served on international urban design juries and worked as a consultant throughout much of Asia as well as the United States and Latin America. He received the Reid and Malik Medal from the Institution of Civil Engineers (UK) in 2011.
Nancy Marshall is a Senior Lecturer at the University of New South Wales in Sydney Australia where she was Associate Dean/Education from 2009 to 2013. She has taught theory and practice in the Planning Program there since 2004 and won the UNSW Vice-Chancellor’s Award for Teaching Excellence in 2007. Born and raised in Calgary Canada, she received her undergraduate and postgraduate degrees from the University of Calgary and her PhD from the University of New South Wales. Prior to coming to Australia she worked as a planning consultant in Canada specializing in public involvement in urban planning and design. Her work as a planner at the local government level included efforts to more efficiently deliver high quality parks and civic spaces. She has been greatly involved in the affairs of planning – serving as a national, senior editor of the Canadian Institute of Planning’s journal Plan Canada from 1997 to 2002 and a member of Calgary’s Subdivision and Development Appeal Board from 1994 to 1997. She is currently a corporate member of the Planning Institute of Australia. | urban_planning |
https://www.jacksonheightsneighborhood.org/jhaa | 2023-12-05T11:35:10 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-50/segments/1700679100551.17/warc/CC-MAIN-20231205105136-20231205135136-00321.warc.gz | 0.937109 | 193 | CC-MAIN-2023-50 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-50__0__234048480 | en | The Jackson Heights Area Association
The JHAA is not an HOA. We are simply a community group. No mandatory dues or fees.
The Jackson Heights Area Association (JHAA) is a neighborhood organization which represents Jackson Heights and several contiguous streets in the immediate area. The association also takes into consideration issues affecting the neighborhoods directly abutting Jackson Heights on its western and eastern borders.
The JHAA is not an incorporated homeowners association. We are simply a volunteer community group made up of neighborhood residents who seek to keep our neighborhood one of the best in the city!
We have no mandatory dues or fees. We rely on voluntary donations to help with markers maintenance and group activities.
If you are a resident of the JHAA area (map below), contact us via the Contact form on this website about joining our private Facebook group and/or our private email group. Information about meetings and neighborhood activities are posted in our private groups. | urban_planning |
http://kingsparkmotel.com.au/portfolio-items/public-transport/ | 2019-02-17T00:39:47 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2019-09/segments/1550247481249.5/warc/CC-MAIN-20190216230700-20190217012700-00338.warc.gz | 0.894136 | 113 | CC-MAIN-2019-09 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2019-09__0__189278943 | en | he bus No. 103 is the most convenient public transport option from the Kings Park Motel. In one direction, the bus route takes you to the CBD via Royal Perth Hospital. In the other direction, the bus route takes you to Fremantle via Claremont.
During the week, the bus runs every 10 – 30 minutes. On Saturdays, the bus runs every 30 minutes. On Sundays, it runs every hour.
The bus stop to the city is located in front of the motel.
For bus routes and timetables, see Transperth: | urban_planning |
http://www.spcdevelopments.co.uk/2018/05/coming-soon-new-properties-in-quadring/ | 2020-01-19T22:52:11 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2020-05/segments/1579250595282.35/warc/CC-MAIN-20200119205448-20200119233448-00424.warc.gz | 0.888075 | 185 | CC-MAIN-2020-05 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2020-05__0__147853166 | en | Coming Soon! New Properties in Quadring!
SPC Developments have now received formal planning permission to construct four large detached 4-bedroom homes in the desirable village of Quadring. The properties follow on from the success of the popular Tower Gardens development in Sutterton.
All properties will feature:
- Master Bedroom with En-Suite
- Three further Double Bedrooms
- Garage with ample parking
- Generous plot sizes
- Extensive family living space
- Separate utility
- High-specification finish
- Many ‘extras’ included as standard
We expect this small private residential development to be hugely popular. Register your interest via the website, email [email protected] or call 01205 354679.
Looking for something a little larger or in a different location? Check out our new build properties for sale in Frampton! | urban_planning |
http://woile.blogspot.co.uk/ | 2014-08-20T12:40:03 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2014-35/segments/1408500808153.1/warc/CC-MAIN-20140820021328-00170-ip-10-180-136-8.ec2.internal.warc.gz | 0.898726 | 272 | CC-MAIN-2014-35 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2014-35__0__128702941 | en | DERBYSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL
TEMPORARY ROAD CLOSURE
SAWLEY ROAD, BREASTON
WHEN: 23 August 2014 to 24 August 2014
Between 2300hrs and 1200hrs
WHERE: Close Sawley Road, Breaston from a point 825 metres south of its junction with A6005 Main Street, Breaston to a point 875 metres south of that junction (at the Level Crossing). REASON: To facilitate Level Crossing renewal work.
ALTERNATIVE ROUTE: Will be via A6005 Main Street/Draycott Road/Station Road – Sawley Road (Draycott) – Wilne Road – Plant Lane – Draycott Road and Vice Versa
Access will be maintained, whenever reasonably possible, on the affected length of road. The road will re-open as soon as the work is finished. This may be earlier than advertised.
Derbyshire County Council apologises for any inconvenience caused while work takes place. Anyone needing further information should ring Call Derbyshire 01629 533190.
This notice is given under the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984 (as amended) to prohibit its use by traffic.
Mike Ashworth, Strategic Director – Economy, Transport and Environment, County Hall, MATLOCK DE4 3AG | urban_planning |
https://callyenergy.org/ | 2024-04-23T05:01:39 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-18/segments/1712296818464.67/warc/CC-MAIN-20240423033153-20240423063153-00474.warc.gz | 0.93766 | 165 | CC-MAIN-2024-18 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-18__0__55495263 | en | Cally Energy is a non-profit community project that aims to raise awareness of green energy and develop and deliver solar community energy projects in the Caledonian and Barnsbury Wards.
Cally Energy works with local people to raise capital and install solar panels on community assets - buildings in the Caledonian and Barnsbury wards. Carbon emissions and energy bills for those buildings are reduced and surplus energy is sold back to the grid. Profits are reinvested in reducing local fuel poverty and using the project to engage and educate young people about the importance of green energy to help combat climate change
We are a community renewable energy organisation created by local residents for local residents. We want to talk to you about our project, listen to your feedback and invite you to get involved so let’s start a conversation. | urban_planning |
https://zenstir.com/top-7-cheapest-u-s-cities-to-live-in/ | 2024-04-23T05:55:37 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-18/segments/1712296818464.67/warc/CC-MAIN-20240423033153-20240423063153-00206.warc.gz | 0.943595 | 776 | CC-MAIN-2024-18 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-18__0__49898342 | en | Choosing a city to settle down in is a big decision. A big factor is budget- so what are the cheapest U.S. cities to live in?
In a world where the cost of nearly everything is rising, you want a place that won’t break the bank before you even move in.
Luckily for you, many affordable cities are also great places to live. Here are the top 7 cheapest U.S. cities to live in.
Best Cities to Live In On a Budget
With housing down 29% compared to the national average, Wichita is one of the country’s cheapest places to live. But that’s not all it’s good for. This city has one of the best air qualities and is considered the “Air Capital of the World”.
This city has incredible food and outdoor recreation. It’s even the home of Pizza Hut and White Castle! There’s no getting bored in this affordable and historic city that offers tons of options to dine, play, shop, and explore.
Sioux Falls, South Dakota
Even with Sioux Falls making the list of one of the cheapest living costs, they still bring a lot to the table. This city is home to beautiful waterfalls, scenic views, rich history, and lively culture.
Nicknamed “Gateway to the Plains,” it’s no wonder people want to move here! That cost of living is just the cherry on top.
Fort Wayne, Indiana
As the second-largest city in Indiana, this city has tons of options for recreation, jobs, and scenic views. Fort Wayne offers tons of benefits for families, like above-average schools in safe, suburban areas.
Housing in Fort Wayne is down 30% from the national average, making it a budget-friendly option. Some people even recognize this city as having the lowest consistent cost of living in the country!
Cedar Park, Texas
This city has excellent schools and work culture. Cedar Park was named one of the nation’s best small cities and is consistently recognized as one of the best places to raise a family.
Although this is a small town, it’s just a skip away from the live music capital of the world– Austin, Texas. You get the best of both worlds with this small town neighboring a big city.
Little Rock, Arkansas
This city has the cheapest rent in the country at 24.3% lower than the national average. Little Rock has tons of history and life, but it somehow keeps its home-like feel. This city is the capital and the biggest city in Arkansas, so it’s perfect if you are looking for a cheap option in a bigger city.
Hickory, North Carolina
Hickory is a small North Carolina town with good schools, a booming job market, and many fun recreational activities. Known for its stock car racing and scenic outdoor exploring, this town is great for settling down or visiting.
On top of its low prices, it was also ranked as one of the best places to live in the country. If you’re a small town-loving adventurer who’s ballin’ on a budget, this is the town for you.
Memphis is quite the shocker on this list as the cost of living is 17% lower than the national average. Known for its booming culture and music scene, this Tennessee staple is one of the coolest spots to live. If you are a fan of the music scene and exciting nightlife, you’ve got to check this city out.
This list of the top 7 cheapest U.S. cities can bring you one step closer to finding your dream home! | urban_planning |
https://evansparks.wordpress.com/2008/12/01/expand-heathrow/ | 2017-03-28T04:25:34 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2017-13/segments/1490218189667.42/warc/CC-MAIN-20170322212949-00349-ip-10-233-31-227.ec2.internal.warc.gz | 0.955148 | 350 | CC-MAIN-2017-13 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2017-13__0__223540277 | en | The Financial Times reports on government findings that one-third of London Heathrow Airport’s passengers are on connecting flights, which magnifies “[t]he importance of the role that connecting passengers play at the UK’s busiest airport [that] has long been a source of conflict among campaigners for and against a third runway.” The issue is a hot button in UK politics, with the opposition Conservatives dead set against a new runway and London’s mayor proposing a new airport in the Thames estuary east of the city.
The figures on transfer passengers illustrate the network effect benefits of big hubs like Heathrow. Today, more than 76 percent of connecting passengers connect from one non-UK destination to another — up from 57 percent twenty years ago. These connections redound to the benefit of London travelers as well, who have more destinations than their city alone would otherwise support. “Without [connecting passengers,] the scale of the network and range of destinations as well as the number of daily services that can be supported on routes would suffer, damaging Heathrow’s attractiveness compared to European rivals such as Paris Charles de Gaulle, Frankfurt and Amsterdam Schiphol.”
Building a new airport — a perennial idea — would do little to improve Heathrow as a hub. If Heathrow is not improved as a hub, it will eventually fall behind Frankfurt, Paris-Charles de Gaulle, Amsterdam, and Madrid-Barajas as a major connecting hub. London doesn’t need a new airport; it has three perfectly good ones, all of which can be reasonable expanded, and two smaller ones. What it needs is a hub that can compete on even ground with its European rivals. | urban_planning |
http://communityworkinggroup.org/ochistory.html | 2013-05-26T09:01:14 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2013-20/segments/1368706794379/warc/CC-MAIN-20130516121954-00032-ip-10-60-113-184.ec2.internal.warc.gz | 0.960572 | 675 | CC-MAIN-2013-20 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2013-20__0__44206503 | en | The Opportunity Center of the Midpeninsula was developed by the Community Working Group, in partnership with the Housing Authority of the County of Santa Clara and InnVision Shelter Network the Way Home. The Opportunity Center is a five story, mixed-use facility that houses multiple services for the homeless and those at risk of becoming homeless, including women and children, and 88 affordable apartments for the homeless and the very poor. There are two services centers on the ground floor - one designed to serve the general homeless and at-risk populations and one designed to serve homeless and at-risk women and women with children. Services are provided by numerous nonprofit organizations, with InnVision Shelter Network providing overall management and coordination.
Since its inception, the Community Working Group has built a broad-based coalition of public and private organizations with a common goal - to build and operate the Opportunity Center of the Midpeninsula. We have succeeded in creating community awareness and community and political support for this project, including unanimous approval by the Palo Alto City Council.
The Opportunity Center is located on Encina Avenue, within walking distance of downtown Palo Alto's transportation hub and Town and County Center. The total development cost of the Opportunity Center was $23,881,756. To realize this dream, we secured public funding from San Mateo County, the City of Menlo Park, the City of Palo Alto, Santa Clara County, Santa Clara County's Housing Trust Fund, the State's Multi-family Housing Program, US Department of Housing and Urban Development, and Federal tax credits. We received grants from the David and Lucile Packard Foundation, the Peninsula Community Foundation, the Pierre and Pamela Omidyar Fund, the William and Flora Hewlett Foundation, the Sobrato Family Foundation, the San Francisco Foundation, and several small private foundations, as well as corporations such as Hewlett Packard. Close to 20 faith communities conducted their own congregational campaigns for the project. Through the generous support of philanthropic individuals and families, foundations, and local corporations, we achieved a capital campaign goal of $8,000,000, as well as a $1 million Opportunity Fund campaign to help the poorest of the poor secure stable housing.
The Opportunity Center is designed to serve the estimated 600+ homeless individuals and families annually in the Midpeninsula area, including the 150+ homeless individuals that were annually served by InnVision Shelter Network/Urban Ministry of Palo Alto at its outdoor drop-in center and the 50+ homeless women with children that were annually served by InnVision Shelter Network/Clara-Mateo Division at its Elsa Segovia Center in Menlo Park. In addition, the Opportunity Center is available to serve the hundreds of low-income families and individuals who are temporarily displaced or currently housed but are at risk of becoming homeless as a result of family emergencies, job layoffs, medical crises, rising rents, foreclosures, conversion of rental properties or other housing challenges.
The Opportunity Center stands as a visible symbol of a broad community that cares for those most in need and is willing to provide the necessary support to make the dream become a reality. None of us could have accomplished such a monumental accomplishment alone. The Community Working Group's volunteer Board of Directors offers thanks to all of our supporters and partners, and knows that the pride instilled by this achievement is shared by everyone. | urban_planning |
http://marlboroughestates.com/site/go/viewParticulars?propertyID=478123 | 2019-01-22T05:11:06 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2019-04/segments/1547583826240.93/warc/CC-MAIN-20190122034213-20190122060213-00131.warc.gz | 0.914054 | 174 | CC-MAIN-2019-04 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2019-04__0__131534732 | en | Mayfair Court is a development of 4 apartments and 4 houses built in the 1980s and benefiting from double glazing, electric heating and modern plain decor. The properties are built around a courtyard providing off-road parking for one vehicle per unit with 4 communal spaces.
These units offer accommodation within easy reach of the University of Hull and the Hull city centre, at a price to suit most budgets.
A convenient location : Mayfair Court is on Lambert Street, approx 2 miles to the north of Hull city centre, within walking distance of the University of Hull close to Newland Avenue, Beverley Road and Princes Avenue. Easy public transport links are close by giving access to most parts of the city and the villages beyond.
For further information on this property please call 01482 475820 or e-mail [email protected] | urban_planning |
http://www.thesocialmediatoday.com/mobile-tech-fight-carmageddon/ | 2021-10-21T02:41:34 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2021-43/segments/1634323585380.70/warc/CC-MAIN-20211021005314-20211021035314-00172.warc.gz | 0.943331 | 367 | CC-MAIN-2021-43 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2021-43__0__29704053 | en | Carmageddon is the term many Los Angeles residents are using to describe the planned closure of the 405 Freeway, a road that carries more than 280,000 cars per day across LA. The city of Los Angeles plans to close a ten-mile section of Interstate 405, starting at 7 PM on July 15 and reopening at 6 AM on Monday.
The 405 closure is expected to bring the city’s traffic to a crawl. Many business are shutting down early so their employees don’t get caught in the traffic, while others like the Getty Center are closing entirely for the weekend. The entire city will be affected.
While some companies are dreading the upcoming weekend, several companies are seizing Carmageddon as an opportunity. Mobile traffic app Waze, for example, has teamed up with ABC to provide its local LA television station (KABC-TV) realtime traffic information. Waze determines traffic conditions by tracking the GPS data provided by the 4.5 million users of its mobile app, which provides greater detail and insight into a city’s traffic conditions.
Waze has also partnered with UCLA, Metro and other others “to get the word out about alternate routes.” It’s even started a website, BeatCarmageddon.com as part of its campaign.
AT&T is also helping commuters avoid the pain of Carmageddon. The wireless provider will be sending text messages to AT&T customers within 25 miles of the Carmageddon zone, warning them of the closure and suggesting they use a navigation app like AT&T Navigator.
While these initiatives aren’t going to help Los Angeles residents avoid Carmageddon (there is no avoiding it), smartphone technology will likely give smart commuters an edge as they try to navigate LA’s congested roads | urban_planning |
https://bookmark.looglebiz.com/business/elevating-spaces-the-role-of-painting-companies-in-longview-wa | 2024-04-24T09:58:57 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-18/segments/1712296819089.82/warc/CC-MAIN-20240424080812-20240424110812-00654.warc.gz | 0.912856 | 609 | CC-MAIN-2024-18 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-18__0__33232557 | en | Nestled amidst the scenic beauty of Washington State, Longview exudes charm with its lush landscapes and vibrant community. Within this picturesque setting, the role of painting companies becomes paramount, shaping the aesthetic appeal and ambiance of homes, businesses, and public spaces alike. Let’s explore the significance of painting companies in Longview, WA, and how they contribute to the beauty and functionality of the area.
Preserving Historic Charm: Longview boasts a rich history, with many buildings and homes dating back decades. Painting companies play a vital role in preserving the historic charm of these structures while ensuring they remain visually appealing and structurally sound. Through meticulous restoration and expert color selection, professionals breathe new life into old buildings, honoring their heritage while enhancing their overall appearance.
Enhancing Curb Appeal: Whether it’s a cozy residential neighborhood or a bustling commercial district, curb appeal plays a crucial role in creating a positive first impression. Painting companies in Longview specialize in exterior painting services that revitalize properties and boost their curb appeal. From refreshing faded facades to adding eye-catching accents, skilled painters transform ordinary exteriors into stunning focal points that stand out in the community.
Creating Inviting Interiors: The interior ambiance of a space significantly impacts its occupants’ mood and productivity. Painting companies in Longview understand the importance of interior aesthetics and offer a range of services to create inviting and functional spaces. Whether it’s applying soothing tones for a relaxing atmosphere or vibrant hues to inspire creativity, professional painters tailor their approach to meet each client’s preferences and needs.
Protecting Against the Elements: Washington’s climate, with its frequent rain and moisture, can take a toll on exterior surfaces if not properly protected. Painting companies employ high-quality paints and coatings designed to withstand the Pacific Northwest’s weather conditions, providing durable protection against moisture, UV exposure, and other environmental factors. By investing in professional painting services, property owners in Longview can prolong the lifespan of their structures and minimize maintenance costs.
Supporting Community Development: Beyond enhancing individual properties, painting companies contribute to the overall development and beautification of Longview. Whether through volunteering for community projects or partnering with local organizations, these businesses actively participate in initiatives aimed at improving public spaces, such as parks, schools, and recreational facilities. Their efforts help foster a sense of pride and belonging among residents while enhancing the city’s overall aesthetic appeal.
In conclusion, painting companies play a multifaceted role in Longview, WA, enriching the community’s visual landscape and contributing to its economic and social vitality. Through their expertise in preservation, transformation, and community engagement, these professionals elevate spaces, leaving a lasting impression on residents and visitors alike. Whether it’s a historic landmark, a cozy home, or a bustling commercial establishment, the impact of painting companies resonates throughout the charming streets of Longview.
Our website is the best source for additional information:- | urban_planning |
https://www.nextstopbradford.com/unleashing-the-potential-of-the-leeds-city-region/ | 2024-03-01T15:31:06 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-10/segments/1707947475311.93/warc/CC-MAIN-20240301125520-20240301155520-00709.warc.gz | 0.93434 | 838 | CC-MAIN-2024-10 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-10__0__79233956 | en | Leeds City Region leaders including Councillor Judith Blake, Leader of Leeds City Council and Transport for the North Board Member, and Councillor Susan Hinchcliffe, Chair of West Yorkshire Combined Authority and Leader of Bradford Council, today joined Transport for the North’s (TFN) Jonathan Spruce at a local Strategic Transport Plan event in Bradford.
Transport for the North recently launched the Strategic Transport Plan, which marks the first time the North has spoken with one voice to outline their vision for the future. The Plan, alongside TFN’s Investment Programme, outlines the need for investment in transport across the North and provides a pipeline of infrastructure investment that could unleash the North’s potential – delivering transformational economic growth and access to new opportunities for local people and businesses.
The event, chaired by President of Bradford Chamber of Commerce Nick Garthwaite, brought together businesses and civic representatives from across the region to hear from a panel of speakers about what the Strategic Transport Plan means for the Region. This includes the impact of Northern Powerhouse Rail, as well as improvements to the M65/A59 corridor, M1, and improved road and rail access to Leeds Bradford Airport, all of which feature in Transport for the North’s Investment Programme. The audience also heard from Professor Peter Woodward, Chair in High Speed Rail Engineering at the University of Leeds about plans to establish the Institute for High Speed Rail and System, which will bring world leading capabilities to the Leeds City Region and provide the UK with an unrivalled centre of excellence for high speed rail planning, design, construction and manufacturing.
Jonathan Spruce, Interim Strategy Director at Transport for the North, said:
“It was a pleasure to join local leaders at today’s event to talk about the importance of our plans and what they mean for the people and businesses of Leeds City Region and Bradford.
“In addition to the more high-profile projects, such as Northern Powerhouse Rail, our Investment Programme advocates for investment in projects with local importance, including the A650 corridor and the Calder Valley Line.
“Our plans are all about improving people’s lives and supporting businesses in the North to grow – whether that’s the FinTech sector in Leeds, or advanced manufacturing along the Aire Valley. We’ll continue to work closely with partners in the region to advocate for investment and ensure these plans are delivered to unleash the potential of the Leeds City Region.”
Cllr Judith Blake, Leader of Leeds City Council and Transport for the North Board member:
“We are pleased to welcome Transport for the North to the Leeds City Region today so the whole region can see the benefits that one joined up vision for transport in the North can bring to all of our villages, towns and cities.
“By working in partnership with Pan-Northern organisations such as TFN we can deliver the right infrastructure to give people greater access to jobs across the North. It will also give businesses better access to markets and it will ensure more national and global businesses such as Channel 4 and Burberry are attracted to invest here.”
Cllr Susan Hinchcliffe, Chair of the West Yorkshire Combined Authority and Leader of Bradford Council:
“We are supporting the Strategic Transport Plan, to invest in multi-modal transport networks that help bring together the wider transport ambitions for the region including HS2, Northern Powerhouse Rail and local route upgrades.
“Northern Powerhouse Rail presents a once in a generation opportunity, particularly for Bradford. This is not just about faster, more efficient connectivity. An NPR station in Bradford city centre would transform the whole city, kickstarting regeneration, supporting business growth and ensuring the UK’s youngest city is connected to skilled opportunities in the future.
“We continue to support TFN with these plans and stress that it is not a case of either or. We need investment across local, regional, national and international connectivity to ensure we deliver inclusive growth for our businesses and residents.”
To find out more about the Strategic Transport Plan, click here. | urban_planning |
http://cptedontario.ca/bios/wayne-nishihama/ | 2019-01-19T23:56:52 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2019-04/segments/1547583684033.26/warc/CC-MAIN-20190119221320-20190120003320-00218.warc.gz | 0.955086 | 437 | CC-MAIN-2019-04 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2019-04__0__124376250 | en | Wayne is a landscape architect and a member of the Ontario Association of Landscape Architects and the Canadian Society of Landscape Architects. He is one of the Founding Directors of CPTED Ontario (2001) and remains as one of the directors, today.
Recently, Wayne has retired from the City of Mississauga after thirty-eight years in which he served as the Manager of Urban Design for the Planning and Building Department and the Chair of the Mississauga CPTED Advisory Committee.
During his time at Mississauga, Wayne took the initiative to implement CPTED into the planning process and made it part of the City’s Official and Strategic Plans. In 1996, he formed and chaired the Mississauga CPTED Advisory Committee, consisting of all City departments, Peel Police and Safe City Mississauga. The committee’s mandate is to create a sense of a safe community for the citizens of Mississauga by utilizing CPTED strategies and techniques. In addition, Wayne was also instrumental for training staff to implement CPTED concepts on a corporate basis throughout the City of Mississauga.
He created the Mississauga CPTED Principles document, which provides the City with principles and strategies to create a safer and more livable City. The document enhances the awareness of safety and provides a better understanding of urban well being among the citizens of Mississauga.
Along with Constable Tom McKay – Peel Regional Police, Wayne is involved in the CPTED training for the police and planning and design professionals. He has conducted a number of CPTED presentations and lectures, locally and internationally
In 1996, Wayne received a Civilian Citation from the Regional Municipality of Peel Police Services Board for his contribution in the development of CPTED in the Peel Region. In 2001, Wayne received the Public Practice Award from the Ontario Association of Landscape Architects, recognizing his outstanding leadership in public practice.
Recently, Wayne opened his own consulting practice under WGN Collaborative, specializing in landscape architecture, urban design and CPTED. In addition, Wayne continues to be a member of the Downsview Park Urban Design Panel in which he provides his expertise on urban design and designing safe communities. | urban_planning |
https://giving.princeton.edu/news/2006/11/streicker-gift-build-new-washington-road-bridge | 2020-02-28T02:53:29 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2020-10/segments/1581875146940.95/warc/CC-MAIN-20200228012313-20200228042313-00268.warc.gz | 0.948957 | 709 | CC-MAIN-2020-10 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2020-10__0__55161845 | en | John H. Streicker ’64 helps create a new campus connection.
The two sides of campus now separated by Washington Road will soon be linked by a graceful pedestrian bridge. The new span, a gift of John Harrison Streicker ’64, will create easy access to the science buildings on both sides of the road, making it a key element of the University’s planned “science neighborhood,” where students and faculty will join together to explore everything from subatomic particles to galaxies.
“This bridge will serve many purposes,” said President Tilghman. “It will stand as a symbol of the connection among the various disciplines on campus, and make navigating campus safer and easier for pedestrians. We are tremendously grateful to John Streicker for his thoughtful generosity.”
Streicker, the father of three Princeton alumni—Margaret R. Streicker Porres ’97, Michael F. Streicker ’99, and Elizabeth K. Streicker ’02—said he is funding the span in large part to thank the University for the connections it has created in his own life. “Because the University helped bridge two generations in my family, I thought building an actual bridge was a particularly appropriate way to give back,” said Streicker. “I am thrilled to be part of this important project.”
The 300-foot-long bridge will rise 30 feet above Washington Road between Carl Icahn Laboratory, home of the Lewis-Sigler Institute for Integrative Genomics, on the west, and Jadwin Hall, housing the physics department, and a new chemistry building, on the east. It will serve as a vital connection in an area that already houses a number of science departments and initiatives, many of which thrive on crossdisciplinary work. In addition, this burgeoning part of campus is soon to be home to even more science-related structures: a science library, under construction now; the new chemistry building that will replace the 77-year-old Frick Laboratory farther north; and two new buildings being designed for Princeton’s psychology department and recently launched neuroscience institute.
The bridge will also allow for easier, safer access to the University stadium and other athletic facilities. It is being designed by the acclaimed Swiss bridge engineer Christian Menn in collaboration with the HNTB engineering and design company, whose lead engineer for the project is Theodore P. Zoli III ’88.
Streicker, a Woodrow Wilson School major and graduate of Yale Law School, is chairman of the board of New York City-based Sentinel Real Estate Corporation, a leading real estate asset manager and one of the largest holders of apartment properties in the United States. He also serves on the boards of a number of organizations, including the Graduate Center of the City University of New York, the Wildlife Australia Fund, and Temple Emanu-El in New York City. From 2001 to 2005, Streicker was a member of the President’s Foreign Intelligence Advisory Board. In addition, he is a former chair of Community Board 5, a New York City municipal advisory group covering much of midtown Manhattan.
Streicker also has experience with projects intended to bridge distances at the University. Among his many gifts to Princeton is Streicker Walk, which provides a connection from Washington Road to Prospect House. “It’s nice to know that I have had a role in building two shortcuts to navigate the Princeton campus,” Streicker said. | urban_planning |
https://cz.gleeds.com/projects/cedet/ | 2019-07-18T14:16:49 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2019-30/segments/1563195525634.13/warc/CC-MAIN-20190718125048-20190718151048-00466.warc.gz | 0.948163 | 171 | CC-MAIN-2019-30 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2019-30__0__193071742 | en | Project of restoration and extension of a historic building located at 50 Krucza Street – post-war, polish modernist gems of architecture.
Gleeds Polska supported the realization of this project as a Lender’s Representative.
During the realization the façade was reconstructed according to original one from before the fire in 1975, designed by Zbigniew Ihnatowicz and Jerzy Romański.
This 7-storey complex with 4-storey underground parking (138 parking spaces) combines the retail service with modern offices. The retail space is located on the -1, 0 and +1 levels. Every retail unit has independent entry from street level.
CEDET offers approximately 15 200 m2 of office space, 7 000 m2 of the retail floor and underground parking available for guests. | urban_planning |
https://targuri-germania.ro/event/expo-real-2/ | 2023-10-02T02:23:54 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-40/segments/1695233510942.97/warc/CC-MAIN-20231002001302-20231002031302-00747.warc.gz | 0.89995 | 233 | CC-MAIN-2023-40 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-40__0__46326184 | en | EXPO REAL is the biggest European business platform for real estate and investment. Find potential business partners for the complete real estate life cycle: from the idea and the concept to investment and financing, realization and marketing, as well as operation and use. The participants of EXPO REAL also reflect the complete supply chain: project developers and project managers, investors and financers, property consultants and agents, architects and planners, corporate real estate managers, expansion managers, economic regions and cities.
AHK Romania organizes the Romanian joint booth since 2012. Reach out to us if you want to be a part of the it.
See our co-exhibitors @EXPO REAL 2022 Stand A1.241
Main product group
Real Estate, Finance, Investment, Architecture, Training, Further Education, Services, Commerce, Logistics, Trade Promotion, Innovation, Urban Planning
Total area: 72.250 sqm
Exhibitors: 1,887 (2022)
Visitors: almost 40.000 (2022)
Location: München, Germania
Date of next events: 04-06 October 2023 | urban_planning |
http://www.132halsey.co.nz/ | 2020-02-21T19:10:16 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2020-10/segments/1581875145534.11/warc/CC-MAIN-20200221172509-20200221202509-00339.warc.gz | 0.932896 | 3,910 | CC-MAIN-2020-10 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2020-10__0__193456575 | en | The location is without parallel: a marina-side setting on one of the world’s most beautiful harbours and part of Auckland’s most exciting new precinct.
Wynyard Quarter is being transformed by world-leading design into a place that has not been seen in Auckland before. Straddling the harbour and the central business district, it has already become downtown Auckland’s premier destination.
132 Halsey is a centrepiece of Wynyard Quarter: a perfect marriage of its waterfront location and inner-city living,
coupled with contemporary design. 132 Halsey offers a limited number of premium apartments with spectacular views of the city’s skyline and marina. Its east/west aspect bathes the apartments in morning and afternoon sun, while providing luxurious comfort, outstanding amenity, privacy, security and connectivity to a neighbourhood that offers exciting new harbourside cafés, restaurants and entertainment. All this is delivered within a project that has sustainability at its heart.
132 Halsey is a collaboration between Willis Bond & Co and award-winning New Zealand architectural practice Athfield Architects. The buildings are a response to the stunning location and the result of painstaking planning and fastidious attention to detail inside and out.
Athfield Architects has created a series of three apartment buildings, masterfully designed to enhance living spaces and create a central plaza. The buildings deliver a design that is simple, elegant and uncompromising on quality, while celebrating the views, sun and light of their
breathtaking position on the water’s edge.
The apartments of 132 Halsey will create new benchmarks for modern living, architecture and interior design, creating nothing less than Auckland’s finest waterfront address. All living spaces benefit from direct sun at particular times of the day and generally have double aspects with cross-ventilation. Many of the expansive apartments seem to flow into the water.
Their perfect balance of form, function and style makes an unforgettable impression.
Willis Bond & Co has a proven track record of developing landmark buildings offering luxurious living in exceptional locations.
Its brief to Athfield Architects was to design a place for a thriving and long-lasting community. The buildings have been designed to represent state-of-the-art engineering, technology, construction quality and sustainability.
The beautiful, energy-efficient buildings are constructed from enduring materials and finished with an attention to quality and detail seldom found in the city. It shows in details such as floors, walls and ceilings that
achieve very high levels of acoustic performance through choice of materials, wall and cavity thicknesses, generous stud heights and high-performance acoustic glazing.
Most significant of all is how sustainable principles and durability have been incorporated in the buildings’ design and construction. 132 Halsey and Wynyard Central are the first residential apartment developments of their scale in New Zealand to comprehensively target a Homestar 7 rating for sustainability.
At 132 Halsey you will enjoy the benefits that come from being close to all the city has to offer. But before you even step out, there’s a level of service at 132 Halsey to enjoy.
A concierge service will make light work of everyday tasks such as dry-cleaning, tailoring and other personal services. Keeping fit is made easy too, with a gym equipped with the latest exercise equipment.
There’s a boutique movie theatre, with luxurious theatre-style seating and integrated audiovisual system, to host your private viewings, and a business centre for corporate meetings or personal use. On the ground floor there is space for a café and restaurant.
Living at 132 Halsey redefines the concept of convenience.
Here is an opportunity to invest in an enviable way of living, in one of the world’s most liveable cities. The restoration and revitalisation of Wynyard Quarter has created something unique and unrepeatable. The new places and spaces of Wynyard Quarter have already won urban design awards internationally, creating an environment for a very special inner-city living experience.
At 132 Halsey, everything that makes Auckland’s lifestyle the envy of the world is on your doorstep. All the attractions and advantages of the city
centre are nearby. The waterside setting gives you immediate access to the harbour, the marine playground of the Hauraki Gulf and its islands.
Your neighbourhood includes the Auckland Theatre Company’s entertainment base and North Wharf’s restaurants around the corner, together with cafés, galleries and a large number of new parks, laneways, shops and services just a stroll or cycle away.
Looking across the Viaduct Basin, with its marina berths at your feet, 132 Halsey has prime position in a dress circle. With its waterside location, your apartment will constantly tempt you: whether to slip the lines and head out, or simply to sit back and take in the spectacular views and the marine activity that will animate your landscape from dawn to dusk.
132 Halsey is a centrepiece of Wynyard Quarter: a perfect marriage of its waterfront location and inner-city living, coupled with contemporary design. 132 Halsey offers a limited number of premium apartments with spectacular views of the city’s skyline and marina with the harbour beyond.
Wynyard Quarter is transforming from an industrial port area that was closed to the public, to a vibrant new neighbourhood where people can live, work and recreate. Plans have taken shape to transform this corner of the city into something remarkable – a place that showcases the latest international design thinking in sustainability and celebrates our sea-loving Pacific culture and maritime history.
With a busy calendar of events and plans for new restaurants, parks, shops, laneways and neighbourhood facilities, there is a strong focus on making Wynyard Quarter a place for a diverse and long-lasting community to live, work and recreate.
Living at 132 Halsey means having some of Auckland’s most exciting events happening just around the corner. It will also mean neighbouring the stunning Waterfront Theatre, home to the Auckland Theatre Company. Events in your neighbourhood will include the Auckland Seafood Festival and the prestigious Volvo Ocean Race.
Wynyard Quarter has a long maritime heritage, and fishing boats, super yachts and ferries still leave from here. It has been home to Team New Zealand and scores of businesses in the marine industry. Honouring this magnificent location, with its strong maritime influences, has been central to the development of 132 Halsey.
Even with the myriad of attractions at Wynyard Quarter on your doorstep, you will always look forward to getting home to 132 Halsey. Taking full advantage of their privileged position, every one of the superb and generously proportioned apartments capitalises on the waterfront location, while maintaining privacy and security for residents.
The interiors of 132 Halsey are a story of light, space, views and great design, crafted with premium materials and finishes. Most apartments have dual aspects from the living and kitchen areas.
Inspired by top European design with a nautical galley style, your apartment’s kitchen offers the very best in ergonomic practicality. Every appliance, fixture and fitting is of high quality: German appliances; designer taps from Italy; European hardware; custom designed joinery: nothing has been spared in making your kitchen an inspiration.
Well-proportioned, airy bedrooms are designed to maximise the light and views while maintaining your privacy. Master bedrooms generally offer a luxurious ensuite and a spacious walk-in wardrobe or separate dressing area.
Fully tiled, with European-designed fittings throughout, your apartment’s bathrooms mirror the qualities found throughout 132 Halsey. You’ll enjoy heated floors, surface finishes selected for durability and to reflect light, and custom designed vanities with mirror cabinetry carefully planned to maximise storage as well as space.
The apartments at 132 Halsey are designed to ensure owners can specify a home to suit their individual lifestyles. There are many different apartment layouts to choose from, each offering generous proportions and space.
132 Halsey apartments are accessed through dedicated lobby areas designed to be welcoming and secure, with high quality materials and finishes and a building-wide security system. The residents’ amenities at 132 Halsey are second to none and include a concierge service, gym, boutique movie theatre, business centre and a proposed café and retail offerings on the ground floor.
Most 132 Halsey apartments enjoy views of Auckland City’s skyline and Viaduct Harbour. The magnificence of the vista is matched only by the spacious and stylish apartments on offer.
“The Wynyard Quarter vibe is relaxed and welcoming, creating a real sense of community. With a cafe and boutique retail planned for the ground floor, you’ll be able to grab your morning coffee and walk to work.”
The first residents to call Wynyard Quarter home will begin moving in from 5 December, marking a major milestone in the redevelopment of the waterfront location.
Architect Stephen McDougall, founding director at Studio Pacific, describes 30 Madden as “sophisticated, elegant and warm with character and a distinct personality,” he says, “the building sits very comfortably with the adjacent Wynyard Central and 132 Halsey developments in a sophisticated residential cluster.”
Wynyard Quarter is being transformed into a world-class destination, showcasing the best of what Auckland has to offer. Part of this rejuvenation is 30 Madden, the next stage of Willis Bond & Co’s residential development, which went on sale in early September.
With the announcement of Willis Bond & Co’s next development in
Wynyard Quarter, Mark McGuinness Managing Director says “We are proud to
play a part in making the Wynyard Quarter a bustling community where
people can live and enjoy the abundance of surrounding public spaces and
parks, the multitude of nearby cafes and eateries, all available on the
edge of Auckland’s beautiful harbour.”
Willis Bond & Co’s new development in Wynyard Quarter, Managing
Director Mark McGuinness said “We are creating a fantastic community and
I think it will be the new heart of Auckland,”
Once a gritty industrial area, Wynyard Quarter is now a vibrant part of Auckland’s inner-city landscape. And it’s set to become a thriving residential community.
The busiest two years of the 20-year Wynyard Quarter regeneration are now in full swing. Thirteen sites are live, with two office buildings - one new, the other incorporating heritage aspects of an existing structure - and two big new apartment blocks under construction.
Willis Bond & Co, the developer of two high-end Wynyard Quarter projects - Wynyard Central and 132 Halsey - is supplying a concierge for both developments. The company says a residents’ concierge service is consistent with…
The advantages of a “lock-it-and-leave” apartment lifestyle are obvious in the holiday season – no lawns to mow and better security. But are we ready to give up the dream of a quarter-acre paradise?
Read the latest feature on 132 Halsey in the Spring/Summer edition of Simply You Living, with advice on luxury downsizing and interior designing from architect Liz Seuseu and Willis Bond & Co project director Roger Twose.
Planning for the second stage of the urban renewal of Wynyard Quarter on Auckland’s waterfront has been honoured with a prestigious international award in the United States.
The award relates to a 3.5 hectare block in the heart of Wynyard Quarter, known as the central precinct, where construction is now underway on up to 500 townhouses and apartments and 48,000 square metres of commercial spaces.
”...There were no earthworks on the Wynyard Central site this morning, but there was that connection to the past & the place. Taiaha Hawke, cultural advisor to the Ngati Whatua Orakei Trust, told the small gathering of project executives & council people: “Though it’s reclaimed, we still need to acknowledge the spirits from before you came here.…”
”...Around $1 billion worth of construction is about to get underway on Auckland’s waterfront. On Wednesday Auckland Council held a blessing of its sites in Wynyard Quarter, the old industrial area next to the Viaduct Basin that is being transformed into an upmarket apartment and…”
”...Sir Graham Henry has snapped up one of Auckland’s most exclusive waterfront properties. Splashing out on a brand new luxury apartment, the man who steered the All Blacks to 2011 Rugby World Cup glory will soon nestle in the heart of a multi-million dollar development in the Wynyard Quarter…”
”...Exceptions are Wynyard Quarter projects, selling well with their modernised leasehold structure where purchase price includes ground rent pre-paid for 128 years from start of construction. Since advertising started in late April, about 65 per cent of 132 Halsey’s apartments and 55 per cent of Wynyard Central Stage One’s apartments and townhouses have sold off the plans…”
Read the NBR article on the recent release of the 132 Halsey Penthouse.
One of Auckland’s most upmarket new apartments hits the market tomorrow, although it is not yet built. Tenders open then for a 302sq m penthouse on the planned new 51-unit 132 Halsey, looking towards the Viaduct Basin.
Read the New Zealand Herald’s article on 132 Halsey and Wynyard Central achieving over 50 percent of sales.
Over 50 percent of the apartments at 132 Halsey have now sold in less than three months since our official launch. Only a limited number with views over the Viaduct Harbour remain. The milestone is significant as it enables us to advance building consents and finalise construction timelines. Construction is expected to commence in November and the first residences are due to be completed by late-2017.
Read Metro Magazine’s article on the master-planning, vision and first rate designs for Wynyard Quarter’s new residential precinct.
Mark McGuinness, managing director of Willis Bond & Co, and his brothers Peter, Brian and Jim McGuinness, current and retired directors of LT McGuinness, have won The Dominion Post Tribute to Wellington Icon Award for the work they have done changing the face of the capital’s landscape.
Willis Bond & Co, the developer behind 132 Halsey, has recently won New Zealand’s top property award for its waterfront apartment building in Wellington, Clyde Quay Wharf.
Clyde Quay Wharf has won another accolade at the recent Wellington Architecture Awards, where it scooped the top award in the ‘Housing - Multi-Unit’ category.
Clyde Quay Wharf, developed by Willis Bond & Co and built by LT McGuinness, has been named the country’s top commercial building project.
Read the National Business Review’s article on the prepaid lease at 132 Halsey and Wynyard Central.
Read the New Zealand Herald’s article on Wynyard Central and 132 Halsey.
Read Idealog’s article on the recent launch of 132 Halsey and Wynyard Central.
Read the National Business Review’s latest article on the launch of Wynyard Central and 132 Halsey.
Managing Director of Willis Bond, Mark McGuinness is interviewed by New Zealand Herald property reporter, Anne Gibson, on the residential developments at Wynyard Quarter.
Read Architecture Now’s article on the opening of the Wynyard Central and 132 Halsey display suite.
Read the Herald Homes article on the launch of Wynyard Central and 132 Halsey.
Read the New Zealand Herald’s article on the launch of Wynyard Central and 132 Halsey.
The path to sustainability is an easier journey if the sustainable behaviours are made easy.
That’s the philosophy behind the design of the new residences in Auckland’s Wynyard Quarter development.
The residential precinct is the first large-scale development of its type in New Zealand to target the 7 Homestar environmental rating.
Happy City author Charles Montgomery explains why the key to a happier life is in the design of our cities and how places like Wynyard Quarter will offer Aucklanders a new, happier and healthier lifestyle.
Read the New Zealand Herald’s article: Rising from the blank canvas that is the land behind the North Wharf at Wynyard Quarter will be an eco-development of 500-600 apartments, townhouses and duplexes of various sizes and price points.
Construction of 132 Halsey began in November 2015 and the first residences are expected to be complete from early-mid 2018.
Established in 1988, Willis Bond & Co is a property development and investment company specialising in large-scale, mixed-use real estate, particularly waterfront developments. The company has established an enviable reputation for creating high-quality retail, residential and mixed-use communities in modern urban environments.
Willis Bond has a track record of completing large-scale and complex projects on time and within budget. Examples include the award-winning $175 million Chews Lane Precinct, the $180 million Clyde Quay Wharf, and the $100 million Xero House and One Market Lane developments in Wellington’s CBD.
Its current projects include Sunderland at Hobsonville Point in Auckland.
The development includes 210 fully-refurbished heritage homes, townhouses and stand-alone homes.
Willis Bond was chosen for the Wynyard Quarter project by Waterfront Auckland following a highly competitive international design tender process. The total development will involve over 500 new apartments and townhouses.
Willis Bond has raised $228 million of capital in two development funds. The most recent fund commenced in April 2014 and raised $100 million. The funds provide a significant, secure capital base for large-scale development projects in Auckland and Wellington.
Athfield Architects is a nationally-based, internationally acclaimed, award-wining design company, including architects and designers. They have lived and breathed New Zealand design for more than 40 years. Their work is recognised for striking and innovative solutions that integrate bigger-picture design thinking with urban, architectural and interior perspectives.
Athfield Architect’s design solutions are also acutely responsive to context, people and place.
Haydn & Rollett Construction is the lead building contractor for 132 Halsey. The company was established in 1946 and has a long history of delivering quality buildings.
Haydn & Rollett has developed a strong relationship with Willis Bond & Co, having
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https://www-dev.parsons.com/2018/01/parsons-work-recognized-19-canadas-largest-infrastructure-projects/ | 2023-06-04T21:02:54 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-23/segments/1685224650264.9/warc/CC-MAIN-20230604193207-20230604223207-00678.warc.gz | 0.913609 | 534 | CC-MAIN-2023-23 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-23__0__136194854 | en | Parsons’ Work Recognized on 19 of Canada’s Largest Infrastructure Projects
PASADENA, CA (January 22, 2018) – Parsons has received a platinum ranking in ReNew Canada’s 2018 Top 100 Infrastructure Projects report for the corporation’s work on 19 of Canada’s largest infrastructure projects based on cost. Representing more than CAD $46.5 billion, and spanning five provinces and one territory, these 19 projects encompass railway, light rail transit, bus rapid transit, subway, highway, bridge, port, water, and environmental remediation projects.
“Canada is making historic investments in infrastructure to enhance communities for the 21st century, and Parsons is bringing its skills and expertise to these important projects,” said Mike Johnson, Parsons Group President. “It takes innovation and smart solutions to efficiently design, build, and deliver the caliber of infrastructure needed in the country. That’s the value Parsons brings.”
In addition to the Giant Mine Remediation and Capital Region District Wastewater Treatment projects, Parsons is involved in ten transit and seven transportation sector projects of ReNew Canada’s reported top projects for 2018. These include work on the CAD $9.1 billion Eglinton Crosstown Light Rail Transit project and the CAD $5 billion Southwest Calgary Ring Road—both ranked in the top 10 of the largest projects in Canada.
At CAD $199 billion, ReNew Canada’s 2018 Top 100 Infrastructure Projects list shows more than a CAD $12.6 billion increase in project values from 2017’s CAD $186.4 billion. Ontario leads the overall number of projects on the list and has the highest value of investment with 39 projects totaling CAD $79.5 billion. The energy sector represented the largest overall capital investment at $87.2 billion with transit ranking second at CAD $46.3 billion and transportation ranking third at CAD $32.7 billion.
Parsons is a technology-driven engineering services firm with more than 70 years of experience in the engineering, construction, technical, and professional services industries. The corporation is a leader in many diversified markets with a focus on infrastructure, defense, security, and construction. Parsons delivers design/design-build, program/construction management, systems design/engineering, cyber/converged security, and other professional services packaged in innovative alternative delivery methods to federal, regional, and local government agencies, as well as to private industrial customers worldwide. For more about Parsons, please visit parsons.com, and follow us on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, and YouTube. | urban_planning |
https://taylorsource.net/urban-gardening-cultivating-green-spaces-in-concrete-jungles/ | 2023-12-07T16:53:10 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-50/segments/1700679100677.45/warc/CC-MAIN-20231207153748-20231207183748-00001.warc.gz | 0.928111 | 858 | CC-MAIN-2023-50 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-50__0__83227787 | en | In the heart of our bustling cities, where concrete and high-rises dominate the skyline, a quiet revolution is taking root. Urban gardening, once a quaint hobby for a few green-thumbed enthusiasts, has now blossomed into a movement that’s transforming the very essence of urban living. This shift towards greener urban spaces is not just about beautifying our surroundings but also about fostering community, sustainability, and well-being.
The Essence of Urban Gardening
Urban gardening, at its core, is the practice of cultivating plants within city confines. It’s about creatively using available spaces, be it a balcony, terrace, or even a windowsill, to grow plants, flowers, and often, produce. But beyond the physical act of gardening, it’s also a statement. It’s about city dwellers yearning for a connection to the earth, a break from the digital screens, the transitions from Word to PDF, and a desire to create something tangible and alive.
Why the Surge in Popularity?
The rise of urban gardening can be attributed to several factors. As urban areas become increasingly populated, there’s a palpable sense of detachment from nature. Parks and green spaces, though present, might be few and far between. Urban gardening offers an immediate and personal solution to this detachment.
Moreover, there’s a growing awareness about the environment and sustainability. People are more conscious of where their food comes from, leading many to prefer homegrown produce over store-bought, not just for its freshness but also for the reduced carbon footprint.
Additionally, the therapeutic benefits of gardening have been well-documented. In a world where stress is a constant companion for many, gardening offers a sanctuary. The act of nurturing a plant, watching it grow, and reaping its rewards can be incredibly fulfilling and grounding.
The Transformative Power of Urban Gardens
Urban gardens, though small in scale, can have a transformative effect on the urban landscape. A balcony filled with greenery can act as a natural air purifier, making the immediate surroundings fresher. On a larger scale, community gardens not only greenify vacant lots but also become hubs of social interaction, fostering a sense of community among city dwellers who might otherwise feel isolated.
Moreover, these gardens become havens for biodiversity. In cities where wildlife is limited, gardens attract birds, bees, and butterflies, creating mini-ecosystems that contribute to the overall health of the urban environment.
Challenges Faced and Overcoming Them
Urban gardening is not without its challenges. Space is a premium commodity in cities, and not everyone has the luxury of a balcony or terrace. However, innovative solutions like vertical gardening have emerged, allowing for the efficient use of wall space to grow plants.
Soil quality can be another concern, especially in cities with a history of industrial activity. But with the advent of container gardening, where plants are grown in pots or raised beds, this issue is easily circumvented.
Water scarcity, especially in drier urban areas, poses a significant challenge. But again, human ingenuity shines through with solutions like rainwater harvesting and the use of greywater for irrigation.
The Future of Urban Gardening
The future of urban gardening looks promising. As more people recognize its benefits, city planners and architects are also taking note. We’re beginning to see buildings designed with green spaces in mind, be it rooftop gardens or green walls.
Furthermore, technology is playing a pivotal role in advancing urban gardening. From apps that remind you to water your plants to hydroponic systems that allow for soil-less gardening, the fusion of tech and gardening is opening up new possibilities.
Urban gardening is more than a trend; it’s a reflection of a deeper human need to connect with nature, even in the most urbanized settings. It’s a movement that speaks of resilience, creativity, and the human spirit’s ability to find beauty and purpose in the most unexpected places. As our cities continue to grow and evolve, these pockets of green, no matter how small, will serve as reminders of our intrinsic bond with the earth and the simple joys it offers. | urban_planning |
https://onebillionanswers.com/phase-1-contaminated-land-reports-meeting-regulatory-requirements/ | 2024-04-22T06:21:12 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-18/segments/1712296818081.81/warc/CC-MAIN-20240422051258-20240422081258-00888.warc.gz | 0.910691 | 862 | CC-MAIN-2024-18 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-18__0__103144645 | en | In the realm of environmental assessments, Phase 1 Contaminated Land Reports serve as critical tools for evaluating the environmental suitability of a piece of land for development or other purposes. These reports not only help in identifying potential sources of contamination but also play a significant role in meeting regulatory requirements set forth by environmental agencies and governing bodies. Let’s delve deeper into the importance of phase 1 contaminated land report in meeting regulatory requirements and ensuring compliance with environmental standards.
Importance of Regulatory Compliance
Before delving into the specifics of Phase 1 Contaminated Land Reports, it’s crucial to understand the importance of regulatory compliance in environmental assessments. Environmental regulations are put in place to protect human health and the environment from potential harm caused by contamination and pollution. Compliance with these regulations is not only necessary for legal reasons but also essential for safeguarding public health, preserving ecosystems, and promoting sustainable development practices.
Role of Phase 1 Contaminated Land Reports in Regulatory Compliance
1. Identifying Potential Environmental Risks
One of the primary functions of Phase 1 Contaminated Land Reports is to identify potential environmental risks associated with a site. These reports involve thorough investigations, including site inspections, historical research, and data analysis, to assess the likelihood of contamination and its potential impact on human health and the environment. By identifying potential risks upfront, Phase 1 Contaminated Land Reports help stakeholders understand the environmental conditions of a site and take appropriate measures to address any issues that may arise.
2. Assessing Regulatory Requirements
Phase 1 Contaminated Land Reports also play a crucial role in assessing regulatory requirements imposed by environmental agencies and governing bodies. Depending on the jurisdiction and the nature of the project, there may be specific regulations and standards that dictate the level of environmental assessment required for a site. These regulations often mandate the completion of a Phase 1 Contaminated Land Report as part of the due diligence process for property transactions or development projects.
3. Facilitating Permitting and Approval Processes
In many cases, obtaining regulatory approvals and permits for development projects hinges on the completion of a Phase 1 Contaminated Land Report. Regulatory agencies often require these reports to assess the potential environmental impacts of proposed projects and determine whether they comply with applicable regulations and standards. Without a satisfactory Phase 1 Contaminated Land Report, developers may face delays or rejections in the permitting and approval processes, leading to project setbacks and increased costs.
Key Components of Phase 1 Contaminated Land Reports for Regulatory Compliance
A comprehensive Phase 1 Contaminated Land Report for regulatory compliance typically includes the following key components:
1. Site History and Land Use
This section provides an overview of the site’s historical land use, including past industrial activities, agricultural practices, or landfills. Understanding the site’s history is crucial for identifying potential sources of contamination and assessing the likelihood of environmental risks.
2. Site Inspection and Reconnaissance
A site inspection involves a visual assessment of the property to identify potential sources of contamination, such as underground storage tanks, chemical spills, or evidence of hazardous materials. This on-site reconnaissance is essential for gathering relevant data and assessing the current environmental conditions of the site.
3. Records Review and Data Analysis
In addition to the site inspection, Phase 1 Contaminated Land Reports often involve a comprehensive review of historical records, including aerial photographs, topographic maps, regulatory databases, and previous environmental assessments. Data analysis helps in identifying potential environmental risks and guiding further investigation and mitigation efforts.
4. Risk Assessment and Recommendations
Based on the findings of the site assessment and data analysis, Phase 1 Contaminated Land Reports include a risk assessment that evaluates the potential impact of contaminants on human health and the environment. These reports may also provide recommendations for further investigation, remediation, or risk management measures to address identified environmental risks effectively.
In conclusion, Phase 1 Contaminated Land Reports play a crucial role in meeting regulatory requirements and ensuring compliance with environmental standards. By identifying potential environmental risks, assessing regulatory requirements, and facilitating permitting and approval processes, these reports help stakeholders navigate the complexities of environmental assessments and promote responsible land use and development practices. By prioritizing regulatory compliance and conducting thorough environmental assessments, stakeholders can protect human health and the environment while fostering sustainable development. | urban_planning |
https://en.bleu.eco/pages/the-company-that-wanted-to-plant-trees | 2022-01-24T20:35:20 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2022-05/segments/1642320304600.9/warc/CC-MAIN-20220124185733-20220124215733-00557.warc.gz | 0.907872 | 149 | CC-MAIN-2022-05 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2022-05__0__826714 | en | This gesture is highly significant. Indeed, there is an international movement to increase the canopy of cities and countryside. Acting on tree cover helps improve the environment, health and quality of life of residents, while providing an economically viable response to climate change.
Trees ensure our well-being and the quality of the environment, while forming an effective biological infrastructure to respond to multiple crises simultaneously. They reduce ambient heat and the incidence of heat islands, capture pollution, and capture rainwater before it fouls municipal pipes. They also contribute to the appreciation of property values.
In short, the more trees we plant, the more we improve our lot and that of the planet. It is a practical solution, relatively easy to achieve and generating social synergy. | urban_planning |
http://www.cego.uniud.it/en/cego_en/live-cego/bike-sharing/ | 2020-01-18T21:12:17 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2020-05/segments/1579250593937.27/warc/CC-MAIN-20200118193018-20200118221018-00461.warc.gz | 0.794806 | 125 | CC-MAIN-2020-05 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2020-05__0__70830502 | en | Gorizia in Bici is an innovative bike-sharing service with the aim of Sustainable Mobility promotion. This service is provided by the Comune of Gorizia to support the existing public transport already in use. There are 54 bikes spread out in 5 strategic pick-up positions throughout the city centre.
The 5 InBici points are:
Station – 34170 Gorizia
Piazza Vittoria – 34170 Gorizia
Piazza Municipio – 34170 Gorizia
Via Diaz – 34170 Gorizia
Viale Oriani – 34170 Gorizia | urban_planning |
https://www.magnoliacap.com/magnolia-capital-enters-portland-market-with-two-core-plus-acquisitions-500-units/ | 2023-03-20T11:44:06 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-14/segments/1679296943483.86/warc/CC-MAIN-20230320114206-20230320144206-00243.warc.gz | 0.922223 | 221 | CC-MAIN-2023-14 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-14__0__206534858 | en | Osprey is a 270-unit new construction midrise community located in South Waterfront of Downtown Portland.
Osprey offers an exciting urban environment against the picturesque backdrop of the Willamette River. The community is walkable to premier dining, retail, nature amenities and provides easy access to some of Portland’s largest employers. Osprey’s key amenities include a fitness center, South Waterfront Greenway access, waterfront terrace, and indoor lounge.
Portland, OR | 270 Units | Year Built: 2017 | Closing Date: August 2019
Portland, OR | 260 Units | Year Built: 2016 | Closing Date: August 2019
Rivage is a 260-unit new construction midrise community located in the North Pearl District, which is immediately adjacent to Portland’s highly desirable Pearl District and Slabtown neighborhoods. Rivage provides high-end finishes and a best-in class amenity package with unobstructed views of the Willamette River. The community is walkable to transit, urban amenities, luxury office space, and highly rated schools. | urban_planning |
https://citimark.ca/an-announcement | 2022-08-08T21:38:49 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2022-33/segments/1659882570879.1/warc/CC-MAIN-20220808213349-20220809003349-00236.warc.gz | 0.963688 | 256 | CC-MAIN-2022-33 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2022-33__0__145343925 | en | The team at Citimark had a very busy 2021 as we constructed and delivered hundreds of homes together with our project partners on our Wembley, Northview and Polaris projects. To support the tremendous team at Citimark and our continued project growth, we are very pleased to announce that Duane Siegrist is joining Citimark Group as Vice President of Development and Construction effective January 2022.
Duane is an architect registered with the Architectural Institute of BC and founding partner of Vancouver-based Integra Architecture – delivering successful award-winning mixed use and multi-family residential projects throughout British Columbia and other provinces.
With an architectural graduate education and having 25 years of practice in urban design and engineering and construction details, he is able to provide a variety of design approaches for developments. Duane has a reputation of being a team-builder and has maintained long-lasting relationships with consultants, contractors, and local community government departments.
Duane and the team at Citimark have a long history of collaborating on a number of multi-family developments throughout Metro Vancouver. As Citimark’s Vice President of Development and Construction, Duane will bring his extensive knowledge and experience in design and construction and his excellent relationships with industry stakeholders to provide leadership and guidance to our team. | urban_planning |
http://parc-life.sg/enhancing-connectivity-across-the-north/ | 2018-06-19T23:57:17 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2018-26/segments/1529267863259.12/warc/CC-MAIN-20180619232009-20180620012009-00611.warc.gz | 0.94344 | 291 | CC-MAIN-2018-26 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2018-26__0__83212333 | en | ENHANCING CONNECTIVITY ACROSS THE NORTH
The North is now more connected to other areas across Singapore, with new links and public transport services shortening travel times. The expansion of cycling networks is also set to boost the mobility of residents by making it easier to travel within and between towns, as well as offering an accessible, cost-effective and sustainable mode of transport.
1. MORE PUBLIC TRANSPORT OPTIONS
2. CYCLING: FREEDOM TO MOVE AROUND
3. KEY ROAD IMPROVEMENTS
MORE PUBLIC TRANSPORT OPTIONS
The upcoming Thomson Line (TSL) will include three MRT stations in Woodlands and one station in Springleaf. When the new line is completed between 2019 and 2021, residents will enjoy more direct journeys to the city.
Intra-Town Cycling Networks
Sembawang and Yishun are among the first seven towns in Singapore that will have their intra-town cycling networks expanded and upgraded to better support a smarter, more sustainable mode of transport. A new cycling network is also being studied in Woodlands.
KEY ROAD IMPROVEMENTS
North-South Expressway (NSE)
Residents in Yishun, Woodlands and Sembawang will also be able to enjoy much shorter travelling times with the direct city connection provided by the North-South Expressway (NSE) come 2020. | urban_planning |
https://www.eccourts.org/john-james-duffy-v-frederick-southwell/ | 2020-06-01T13:55:42 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2020-24/segments/1590347417746.33/warc/CC-MAIN-20200601113849-20200601143849-00515.warc.gz | 0.969028 | 2,772 | CC-MAIN-2020-24 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2020-24__0__39138044 | en | ANTIGUA AND BARBUDA
IN THE HIGH COURT OF JUSTICE
JOHN JAMES DUFFY
In his capacity as Head of DCA
Mr. John Duffy, The Applicant in person Mrs. K. Knight Edwards for the Respondent
2018: May 24
HENRY, J.: In about February 2016 Mr. Duffy entered into discussions with Mr. and Mrs Gutteridge leading to an agreement whereby Mr. Duffy agreed to sell and Mr. and Mrs. Gutteridge agreed to purchase a plot of land known as Registration Section: South East, Block 56 2282A; Parcel 408. Parcel 408 is located adjacent to Mr. Duffy`s residence. Thereafter sketches were prepared allegedly indicating the style and size of the house to be constructed on parcel 408. It is alleged that Mr Gutteridge wrote to Mr. Duffy saying that he would buy the land and build the house to the design that was indicated in the drawings. Thereafter a contract was entered into by the parties agreeing to the sale of Parcel 408 subject to planning permission and the obtaining of a non-citizen landholder licence. The sale was completed. Thereafter plans were submitted to the Development Control Authority (DCA) which were approved.
Mr. Duffy asserts that the house as constructed is not in compliance with the plans as approved by DCA. DCA, he complains, has failed to comply with its statutory duty to enforce the terms of the planning permission. According to Mr. Duffy, the house, as constructed, is significantly increased in height and volume. His privacy is substantially affected by the overlooking of his property by the veranda and windows of the constructed property and by the swimming pool, which instead of being ground level as shown on the plans, is now 17 feet above ground. Mr. Duffy alleges further that on three of its four boundaries, the development is in breach of Regulation 16. He states that he has brought the breaches to the attention of DCA starting in June 2017, but to no avail. The house is now completed with fencing in place.
Mr. Duffy now makes application for leave to commence a claim for judicial review seeking an order of Mandamus requiring the respondent to enforce the terms of the planning permission granted to Mr. and Mrs. Gutterridge and that the construction be made to conform with the Physical Planning Act 2003 (the Act). In effect he seeks an order of Mandamus requiring the respondent to cause the house to be pulled down and rebuilt in accordance with the approved plans. The ground of the application is that the respondent together with his officers and staff have failed to comply with their statutory duty to enforce the terms of the planning permission granted in respect of the said parcel and thereby have allowed breaches of the Act together with an infringement upon Mr. Duffy’s property and a gross intrusion into his privacy.
The Respondent opposes the application.
In addition to affidavits by Mr. Southwell, the Town and Country Planner, affidavits on behalf of the respondent were filed by Tory Cornelius, a building Inspector and Kiyode Straker, a Senior Building Inspector both employed at DCA. Mr. Southwell denies that he and his officers have failed in their duty. Mr. Southwell acknowledges that complaints were received from Mr. Duffy. In response, checks were carried out at the site and it was found that the property was being constructed in accordance with the approved plans. By letter dated 21st June 2017, Mr. Southwell wrote to Mr. Duffy in the following terms:
“The Development Control Authority (DCA) recently received your correspondence dated 19th June 2017, and is writing a response to it.
Recently, Senior Building Inspector Mr. Kiyode Straker and Building Inspector Mr. Tory Cornelius visited the above captioned site of Gutteridge residence at Horseford Hill, that you complained about, and these were their findings:
- The floor of the first storey is almost at level with the access road
- The developer was approved for two storeys, which he has complied with
- There is no restrictive covenant on the land which will preclude him building two storeys. All the building setbacks are adequate and fall within legal parameters.
Mr. Southwell states that the building is substantially in compliance with the plans. He admits that there are two (2) areas of variance with the plans:
1) The roof is constructed lower than on the plans to accommodate complaints by Mr. Duffy; and
2) On one boundary, the set back is 7 feet instead of the required 10 feet. Respondent’s position is that the law allows for a variance of 3 ft.
The affidavits of Mr. Cornelius and Mr. Straker confirm that they, visited the Gutteridge residence in response to Mr. Duffy’s complaints and their inspection revealed that the construction was in keeping with the plan and design approved by DCA. According to their affidavits, Mr. Duffy’s main complaint was that the Gutteridge’s house was blocking his view. They noted that the first storey was actually the same level of the road due to the nature of the slope of the land. There was a second storey, approval having been given for a 2 storey house. According to Mr. Cornelius Mr. Gutteridge also submitted a plan for the construction of a swimming pool and a pump room. The pool was approved. Mr. Gutteridge thereafter changed the direction of the pool to facilitate the slope of the land and he submitted drawings to DCA to demonstrate the change in the direction of the pool.
Mr. Southwell in his supplemental affidavit filed on 16th March 2018, states that as recent as 9th March he went to the premises in question accompanied by other employees of DCA. They carried out an inspection of the premises. Based on the measurements taken the setback at the front of the property is required to be 20 ft. The setback necessary for the rest of the property is 10 ft. The western portion of the building to the western boundary is 23 ft and 19.6 ft from the steps. The eastern setback is 11ft, 9t and 8 ft at various section of the building. The southern portion of the property to the back boundary line is 41 ft. His finding after review of the house and the plans is that the property is in major compliance with the approved plans.
In Reply, Mr. Duffy submitted survey reports which indicate that the setback on the southwest corner is 6ft instead of the 10ft required; on another boundary the setback is 9ft and on a third boundary the setback is 10 feet. On the last boundary the house is built too far North and crosses unto the Road Reservation.
In his submissions, Mr. Duffy reiterated that the house as constructed has departed substantially from the plan. Further, the building is a 3 storey rather than a 2 storey for which permission was granted. He acknowledges that there was a subsequent amendment to the drawings submitted and approved by DCA. However, he maintains that there are additions not shown on the plans, such as a 10 ft staircase on the side of the building. He accepts that his main complaint is that his privacy is being impinged by the increased height of the building and pool. He submits that Mr. and Mrs. Gutteridge knowingly departed from the approved plans, therefore they ought to be required by DCA to pull down and rebuild in accordance with the permission granted.
With regard to the delay in bringing proceedings, Mr. Duffy states that he first attempted to negotiate with the Gutteridges and it was only after negotiations broke down that he consulted DCA. He then consulted certain Government Officials. He asserts that if DCA had reacted promptly, there would have been minimum delay.
Following the hearing of the matter, Mr. Duffy caused to be filed additional submissions. No leave was sought and none was granted for further submissions. Furthermore, the submissions were not served on the respondent. Accordingly, the court will not take those submissions into consideration in determining this application.
The court will refuse leave to file a claim for judicial review unless satisfied that there is an arguable ground for judicial review having a realistic prospect of success and not subject to a discretionary bar such as delay or alternative remedy1.
Under the Physical Planning Act, 2003, DCA is the Authority charged with the oversight of the orderly development of land; the grant of permission to develop land and with the regulation of construction of buildings in Antigua and Barbuda2.
Section 17 of the Act provides that no person shall carry out any development of land except in accordance with a development permit granted under the Act.
Part V of the Act deals with enforcement. Section 34 defines breach of planning control. The Part gives the Town & Country Planner wide discretion. It sets out various actions open to the Town and Country Planner where there has been a breach.
Furthermore, Part VII deals with Building Regulations. Section 59 provides that it shall be a function of DCA to enforce building regulations and DCA shall appoint such persons as it shall deem appropriate, as building inspectors to assist the Town and Country Planner in the performance of such function. Again discretion is given to DCA and if it is advised by the Town and Country Planner, it may relax or dispense with a requirement.
Section 61 provides:
61 . (1) If any work to which building regulations apply, contravenes any provision of this Part or of the regulations, the Authority, without prejudice to any prosecution under this Part, may by notice require the owner either to pull down or remove the work or, if the
1 Sharma v Brown-Antoine and others UKPC 57
2 Section 5 of the Act
(2) If a person to whom a notice has been given under the foregoing provisions of this section fails to comply with the notice before the expiration of the period specified in the notice, or such longer period as the Authority may allow, the Authority or any department or officer of the Government or any contractor or officer of the Government or any contractor engaged by any of them may pull down the work, or effect such alterations therein and the Authority may recover from that person the expenses reasonably incurred in so doing as a civil debt.
(3) Nothing in this section shall affect the right of the Authority or of the Attorney General or any other person to apply for an injunction for the removal or alteration of any work on the grounds that it contravenes the building regulations or any provision of this Part.
Discussion and Conclusion
The court is of the view that the applicant has failed to present an arguable ground for Judicial Review having a realistic prospect of success.
Firstly: There has been substantial delay in bringing the action. The applicant spent a considerable amount of time in dialogue with various government officials. He also allegedly encountered difficulties with his legal representative. The result is that the building has been completed no doubt at a cost to the Gutteridges. The court considers that to grant the relief would cause substantial hardship to Mr. and Mrs Gutteridge, especially under these circumstances where throughout the construction, DCA has consequently found that the development was in substantial compliance with the planning permission granted.
Secondly, the applicant’s main concern is that the building, as constructed, allows the occupants clear sight into his property. He complains that in reality the building is a 3 storey and not a 2 storey – one storey being partially below ground level at the slope of the land. Particularly it violates the agreement he had with Mr. and Mrs. Gutteridge at the time they purchased the land. However, DCA was not a party to that agreement. If the applicant wanted to control the size and height of the property to be built, he could have accomplished same with the use of restrictive covenants. But there are none in respect of the use of the land.
Thirdly, it has been succinctly stated that the court will rarely if ever issue a mandatory order requiring a public body to exercise a discretion in a particular manner. To do so would usurp the public body’s role and overstep the limits of judicial power. The only circumstance where a court will issue such a mandatory order is if the court concludes that only one decision is lawfully open to the public body3. This matter does not fall within the latter category.
3 R v Ealing LBC, ex p Parkinson (1995) 8 Admin LR 28 QBD,287 per Laws
Furthermore, while section 61 gives DCA the authority to require an owner to pull down and remove work, if it finds the work contravenes the regulation, DCA is required to serve a Notice on the owner. Upon receipt of the Notice, the owner has the right to appeal to the High Court under section 62 of the Act. Upon hearing of the appeal, the court may either confirm the Notice or direct that it be withdrawn. Pending the determination of the appeal, the Notice is of no effect. Mr. and Mrs. Gutteridge are not parties to this action. Without any notice to them affording them an opportunity to be heard, the court could not grant an order of mandamus directing the respondent to cause the house to be pulled down and rebuilt as requested by Mr. Duffy.
Accordingly, the application for leave to file a claim for judicial review to assert a claim for mandamus is refused. No order for cost.
High Court Judge
By the Court
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http://www.travelalaska.com/Planning/Tips/Public-Transportation.aspx | 2022-01-29T01:53:28 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2022-05/segments/1642320299894.32/warc/CC-MAIN-20220129002459-20220129032459-00692.warc.gz | 0.882869 | 221 | CC-MAIN-2022-05 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2022-05__0__213383937 | en | Safe Travels: Covid-19 information & updates
Official State of Alaska Vacation and Travel Information
by: Michael Deyoung
If you’re looking to get around - depending on where you are in Alaska - public transit may be an option for getting from Point A to Point B. Public transit here can be a typical city bus moving through downtown streets to regional van service between communities, or even inter-island ferries! Be sure to check the schedules – some routes are seasonal or operate on reduced hours depending on the time of the year. Find an up-to-date list of public transit providers at the Alaska Department of Transportation and Public Facilities website.
Escape to the transformative natural beauty of Alaska. Get the inside scoop with our official State of Alaska Vacation Guide.
See photos, videos, trip ideas, suggestions from Alaskans and more. | urban_planning |
http://broadripplepark.com/history/village/ | 2021-07-25T15:27:27 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2021-31/segments/1627046151699.95/warc/CC-MAIN-20210725143345-20210725173345-00015.warc.gz | 0.964059 | 195 | CC-MAIN-2021-31 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2021-31__0__160834821 | en | “The town of Broad Ripple (image on right) was platted by Jacob Coil (or Coyle) in April, 1837, on land he purchased from Jacob McKay and John Colip. It was located north of the Central Canal which had just started to be constructed.
South of the canal the town of Wellington (image below) was platted in May, 1837, by James and Adam Nelson.
The rivaling towns joined together in 1884 with the establishment of one post office, called Broad Ripple, and located south of the canal. Broad Ripple Village was annexed to the city of Indianapolis in 1922.
The Broad Ripple plat, north of the canal, is bounded by the current streets of Westfield, 64th Street, Carrollton, and the Sugar Bob Lane alley. The area of Wellington shown on the plat maps is bounded by the current streets of Westfield, Winthrop, Broad Ripple Avenue, and Guilford.” | urban_planning |
http://bicycleretailer.com/calendar?page=4 | 2013-12-13T21:46:49 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2013-48/segments/1386164999586/warc/CC-MAIN-20131204134959-00001-ip-10-33-133-15.ec2.internal.warc.gz | 0.9389 | 584 | CC-MAIN-2013-48 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2013-48__0__101599752 | en | Located next to the famed Santa Monica Pier and Beach Bicycle Path, the So Cal Bicycle Expo brings together bicycle companies, suppliers, shops, cycling clubs and advocacy organizations in an open-air venue right next to the beach. Besides a large and diverse group of bicycle-related exhibitors, the Expo will also offer the opportunity to demo and test ride the latest bicycle technology, ask questions from cycling experts, find a local bike shop, get involved in cycling advocacy and enjoy bicycle-related entertainment.
Bike Expo New York (BE NY) is an annual celebration of bicycle growth in New York City and beyond, providing an opportunity for residents and visitors to take an unprecedented look at urban cycling against the backdrop of NYC. In addition to exhibitors from across the bicycle industry, BE NY is jam-packed with free programing—from classes and fashion shows to brand presentations and BMX showcases. BE NY is also home to rider packet pickup for the TD Five Boro Bike Tour.
The TD Five Boro Bike Tour Presented by REI is the world’s biggest recreational bike ride. Co-produced by Bike New York and the New York City Department of Transportation, this unforgettable event offers 32,000 cyclists the opportunity to bike through all five boroughs–Manhattan, The Bronx, Queens, Brooklyn, and Staten Island–on streets totally free of traffic. Registration opens at noon EST on Jan. 14, 2014.
The Irish Cycling Show moves its venue in 2014 to become part of the Stage 3 finish of the Giro D'Italia. The exhibition will now take place in Merrion Square Park as part of a festival of cycling and a celebration of the Giro coming to Dublin. Visitor entry is free, with many events returning to this year's show. Whether you are looking to make sales, generate leads or simply showcase your brand, exhibiting at the Irish Cycling Show is great opportunity for your business with a guaranteed return on investment.
China Cycle is the leading trade show in China. It takes place in Shanghai every year in late April or early May and presents the entire range of two-wheel products over 130,000 square meters of exhibition space.
The Electric Bike Media Event is the ultimate gathering of leading e-bike brands and the most influential media outlets in North America. While the e-bike category has taken off in Europe and Asia, it's in its infancy in the U.S. The goal of this event is to introduce the future of cycling to the top media outlets in North America—to help increase awareness—and launch e-bikes into mainstream America.
LAGUNA HILLS, CA (BRAIN) — Bicycle Retailer & Industry News staff will visit retailers in Miami, Salt Lake City and Austin in 2014 as part of the magazine’s popular Dealer Tour program, which first launched in the fall of 2008. | urban_planning |
http://www.williamstowntownship.com/ | 2016-07-27T09:34:14 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2016-30/segments/1469257826759.85/warc/CC-MAIN-20160723071026-00158-ip-10-185-27-174.ec2.internal.warc.gz | 0.91492 | 108 | CC-MAIN-2016-30 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2016-30__0__130420971 | en | The Township is seeking an Assistant to the Planning Commission. This part-time position supports the Planning Commission and Zoning Board of Appeals by organizing and facilitating activity regarding land use, assisting the public and providing administrative support. Candiates should have excellent communication skills, both written and oral, strong organizational skills, and strong computer skills. Some knowledge of Zoning and Ordinance would be preferred. Please contact Wanda Bloomquist, Township Supervisor, at 517.655.3193 or [email protected]. | urban_planning |
http://blog.lincolnlearningsolutions.org/midland-completes-upgrades-to-traffic-lights-with-lincoln-learning-solutions-support | 2020-08-05T07:55:01 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2020-34/segments/1596439735916.91/warc/CC-MAIN-20200805065524-20200805095524-00580.warc.gz | 0.95948 | 975 | CC-MAIN-2020-34 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2020-34__0__163050719 | en | New, synchronized traffic lights along the main corridor of Midland will bring the community long-anticipated safety enhancements and security upgrades — thanks in part to a grant from Lincoln Learning Solutions.
Installation work is mainly complete on the nearly $500,000 Midland Borough “SINC-UP” project that began in November, according to Midland officials, who say minor elements are being addressed.
The project involved retiming seven traffic signals along Midland Avenue, or State Route 68, along with installing new technology and equipment.
The system now uses radar to coordinate traffic lights and side streets based on demand rather than changing from red to green at fixed intervals. Bronder Technical Services Inc. of Prospect, Butler County, was contracted to do the work.
The Midland Development Corp. — a nonprofit whose mission is to support regional economic development — applied for grant assistance through the Southwestern Pennsylvania Commission Regional Traffic Signal Program. The “SINC-UP” project required Midland Borough to put up 20 percent local funds to receive 80 percent in federal costs.
Lincoln Learning Solutions provided a $49,611 grant, or 50 percent of the borough’s portion of the cost, following a request for support.
George Pacinda, vice president of philanthropy at Lincoln Learning Solutions, said the project does more than just benefit Lincoln Learning Solutions employees who live and work in town.
“We also have our partners here with PA Cyber, Lincoln Park Center, Lincoln Park Performing Arts Charter School and others, and their safety was our core concern.” Pacinda said. “Midland wanted to coordinate the traffic signals because it sees the smooth and swift flow of traffic through the business district as imperative to its economic health and safety.”
Midland Mayor Angela Adkins said the borough’s economic development and blight management plans identify managing traffic, particularly truck volume on Midland Avenue, as a critical issue to improving pedestrian safety and air quality in terms of attractiveness to businesses and visitors, and the health of residents and workers coming into Midland each day.
“They were antiquated,” Adkins said about the traffic lights. “They were bad.”
Adkins said the borough is experiencing a burst of growth, from new restaurants and industries to new residents and families. Several years ago, the Midland Development Corporation applied for a grant to replace its aging signals.
“You want the population to grow, the school district to grow, you want to bring in new businesses, and new tax dollars,” she said.
More than 9,000 vehicles are estimated to travel Midland Avenue daily. In a request for assistance, Midland officials said improper signal coordination caused vehicles to spend too much time idling at multiple lights as they worked their way through town, creating congestion and poor air quality downtown — particularly during peak times in the morning and evening.
Midland Avenue’s heavy truck traffic is due to several factors that include local industrial sites, proximity to natural gas drilling, local schools and cultural institutions in town. The corridor also serves as a vital evacuation route with Midland as the primary and back-up emergency responder to several large hazardous sites, including the Beaver Valley nuclear power plant and several propane and gas storage facilities.
A 1,200-vehicle parking lot was also constructed near 12th Street to accommodate Shell Corp. employees working at the ethane facility just 3 miles east of Midland. Typically, adding a larger volume of motorists would create even heavier congestion along the designated area.
But Midland Police Chief Keith McCarthy said the new system allows officers to manually change light patterns if they need to alleviate traffic flow.
“Midland Avenue at 5 p.m. in general is extremely packed,” McCarthy said. “That’s the time buses and cars start to leave. You already have a busy road. Now you have 1,200 new cars and buses that weren’t here before. Well, we have the ability to manipulate the lights and allow us to just transition through it.”
In addition to energy-saving and cost effectiveness, the new equipment syncs up with emergency vehicles and can be timed on demand to facilitate traffic flow. McCarthy said the police department performed a test run and the lights worked well.
“It’s definitely a safety thing,” Adkins said. “When you have traffic trying to get through the city, and it’s stop and go, stop and go — people tend to go through the yellow lights. But if you have it timed so that it’s all green, traffic flows a lot better. It’s a lot safer for pedestrians and students.” | urban_planning |
http://stoneward.com/blog/archive/2018/03/01/encouraging-business-and-industry-leaders-be-cherokee-choice | 2018-03-18T02:01:37 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2018-13/segments/1521257645413.2/warc/CC-MAIN-20180318013134-20180318033134-00550.warc.gz | 0.943516 | 292 | CC-MAIN-2018-13 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2018-13__0__219549 | en | The Cherokee County Office of Economic Development (COED) recently launched its “Cherokee by Choice” initiative to grow the county’s economic development efforts and turn it into more than just a bedroom community to nearby Atlanta. By capitalizing on its assets — a highly skilled and educated population, beautiful scenery and strong healthcare community — COED has a real opportunity to reduce the out-commute of its residents by bringing more industry and high-paying jobs into the county.
COED sought Stone Ward’s expertise on branding a four-year capital campaign after working with its economic development partner, Boyette Strategic Advisors. This brochure is meant to encourage Cherokee County companies to support COED in its mission to build upon its previous hard work and smart investment to 1) sustain and strengthen the county’s economy, 2) improve workforce quality and availability and 3) ensure the availability of the infrastructure, land and buildings needed to attract investment.
The “Cherokee by Choice” campaign theme mirrors COED’s new “room to breathe” tagline, reiterating the availability for new and expanding businesses, entrepreneurs and residents in Cherokee County to have “room to breathe” and speaking to the reasons why so many companies, both large and small, call Cherokee County home.
Stone Ward is eager to support COED through this campaign and help expand the business community in Cherokee County! | urban_planning |
https://jwfi.com/news/vision-together-2025-announces-new-leadership/ | 2024-03-02T05:51:56 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-10/segments/1707947475757.50/warc/CC-MAIN-20240302052634-20240302082634-00872.warc.gz | 0.937491 | 589 | CC-MAIN-2024-10 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-10__0__26215824 | en | Vision Together 2025, a framework for revitalizing Greater Johnstown based upon an open, collaborative and community driven approach, has chosen new leaders to continue to move the organization and the Johnstown community forward over the next two years.
William Polacek, Chief Executive Officer of JWF Industries and JWF Defense, has been appointed Chairman of the Vision Together 2025 Board and Ethan Imhoff, Executive Director of the Cambria County Planning Commission, was named Chairman of the Vision Together 2025 Executive Committee, both for two-year terms.
The Vision Together 2025 Board focuses on supporting the success of Vision’s nine Priority Goal teams, which include; Mentoring and Investing in Our Youth, Developing Current and Future Leaders, Improving Health and Wellness, Modernizing Infrastructure, Remediating Blight and Redeveloping Properties, Leveraging and Conserving Natural Resources, Recruiting and Retaining Businesses, Marketing and Promoting Johnstown, and Improving Government and Governance.
The Vision Together 2025 Executive Committee’s purpose is to help inform, guide and equip the larger board to effectively carry out the strategies needed to move Vision Together 2025 forward. The Chairmen have committed to serve a two-year term running through March 31, 2022.
“We are excited to have the leadership of both Bill and Ethan,” said Wally Burlack, a consultant with Vision Together 2025. “Their combination of varied public and private sector experience aligns with the multi-sector approach to the Vision Together 2025 Strategy’s implementation. Their combined county/regional and city focus is also particularly fortuitous right now.”
“Many who love Johnstown and believe in its potential to become a new and better city have been working together for the past few years to think about the critical path to stability and regrowth, said Bill Polacek. “ A complete renewal of the Greater Johnstown area will take decades, however small, strategic investments in our people and our economy over the next five years can spark a renewed hope and commitment to a more vibrant Johnstown.
Vision Together 2025 – The Johnstown Strategy charts a holistic course for our community’s renewal. It focuses on economic and population goals that will help stabilize and rebuild our community as a desirable place to raise a family and one that increasingly offers family-sustaining jobs.”
“All along we’ve encouraged people to get involved,” said Ethan Imhoff. “We want people to ask themselves how they will contribute to our community’s turnaround. What first project will benefit from your skill, knowledge or experience? There are no sidelines, we are on the field—together. Through small, steady successes, we will increase the belief and commitment to build a new economy and quality of life in Johnstown for ourselves and for the next generation.” | urban_planning |
https://jewish-american-society-for-historic-preservation.org/alabamakentucky/sutroheightscal.html | 2023-12-10T16:30:23 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-50/segments/1700679102612.80/warc/CC-MAIN-20231210155147-20231210185147-00328.warc.gz | 0.946497 | 189 | CC-MAIN-2023-50 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-50__0__242894514 | en | Although the arched gateway is long gone, the two lions still remain. This was the estate of Adolph Sutro—a Jewish-American immigrant, mining engineer and Mayor of San Francisco. After transforming the windswept sand dunes into a Victorian estate with formal gardens, groves of exotic trees and European statues, he opened the grounds to the public in 1885. After Sutro’s death in 1898, the grounds slowly declined. Trees began to die and statues toppled or were vandalized. The buildings were demolished in 1939. Today, Sutro’s vision of a park for city residents continues. Sutro Heights Park is now part of Golden Gate National Recreation Area. The pastoral setting of the Heights and the Pacific Coast scenery that inspired Adolph Sutro is preserved for everyone’s enjoyment. Erected 2022 by Golden Gate National Recreation Area - Marker funded by the Jewish American Society for Historic Preservation. | urban_planning |
http://bmoremobile.org/ | 2016-10-01T22:16:43 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2016-40/segments/1474738663308.86/warc/CC-MAIN-20160924173743-00141-ip-10-143-35-109.ec2.internal.warc.gz | 0.950689 | 915 | CC-MAIN-2016-40 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2016-40__0__164097017 | en | Here is an example of a modern type of streetcar:
In its December 23, 2015 editorial, the Baltimore Sun stated:
"...there is an opportunity here for civil rights leaders, city lawmakers and Mr. Hogan to sit down and come up with a plan to better connect Baltimore's east-west neighborhoods to jobs."
WHAT IF, among other things, we invested in a MODERN STREETCAR LINE on NORTH AVENUE? North Avenue has been called the central east-west spine of this city! This could be good for its neighborhood residents who depend on public transportation, and also good for existing and new businesses. The new streetcar line could look like this:
Now, in the second decade of the 21st Century, why not build a modern streetcar line from one end to the other of NORTH AVENUE? This major east-west avenue in Baltimore is either intersected by or crossed by 89 other streets, at least twenty of which are major streets! North Avenue passes through four City Council Districts: 7, 11, 12, and 13! Streetcars along North Avenue would open up many new opportunities for the residents and merchants around the major Penn-North intersection, for the students at Coppin State University, for the artistic and music community centered around Station North, for the many residents living around Greenmount and North and Broadway and North. After the NORTH AVENUE STREETCAR is going east and west, efforts could be made to cover the north-south routes on the west side with a FULTON AVENUE STREETCAR and on the east side with a BROADWAY STREETCAR. If these two additional routes were built, they would also pass through City Council Districts 9 and 1.
Streetcars have a great reputation in Portland, Oregon - and are also in use in Boston, MA; Little Rock, AR; New Orleans, LA; Memphis, TN; Philadelphia, PA; San Francisco, CA; Seattle, WA; Tampa, FL; Toronto, ONT; and many other cities and towns. A big new streetcar line plan was announced just this month for New York City from Brooklyn to Queens near the East River. For more information about all of this, see
the list of modern streetcars by the American Public Transportation Association (APTA).
As we enter the New Year of 2016,
six priorities have emerged for shaping our Central Maryland Region's future in public transportation.
Our Region includes Anne Arundel County, Baltimore City, Baltimore County, Carroll County, Harford County, Howard County, and the City of Annapolis.
- craft a solid Transportation Vision for the Region which spells out
what we want to aim for over the next 25-50 years, AND WHICH INCLUDES THE REAL POSSIBILITY OF MODERN STREETCARS;
- form a coalition of all existing transportation advocacy groups, with a special effort to include groups which represent neighborhood persons from east and west Baltimore City who depend on public transportation;
- ensure that all transportation plans provide
MORE EQUITY for the users of all in transportation services (especially in assuring personal safety, locating routes, offering services
around the clock, and generally better serving the people of east and west Baltimore City who do not own automobiles and who depend on public transportation for getting around their city) - and that special efforts be made to improve the MTA bus system serving Baltimore City and the Baltimore Metropolitan Area in view of recent problems of reliability, ridership, and future planning publicized on March 17 and March 22, 2015 in the Baltimore Sun. To see the graphic produced by the Sun on ridership, press HERE;
- insist that many more avenues be created for full engagement
by the public in all aspects of the planning of transportation for our Region, especially the thousands of young people who will be living with our public transportation system for years to come;
- press for a regional transportation planning framework and a metropolitan
planning organization (MPO) which addresses all modes of transportation thoroughly, fairly, and openly - and provides
proportional representation for the counties and Baltimore City based on their relative populations (instead of, as now, one vote for each of the seven local governments regardless of the great differences in the sizes of the populations they serve); and
- develop a Regional Transportation Compact so that the planning and financing of regional transportation can eventually become a local responsibility instead of being done, as it currently is, by the State of Maryland . | urban_planning |
http://falbeyinstitute.blogspot.com/2010/12/residual-land-value-analysis-avoiding.html | 2017-04-29T23:12:05 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2017-17/segments/1492917123632.58/warc/CC-MAIN-20170423031203-00038-ip-10-145-167-34.ec2.internal.warc.gz | 0.941124 | 800 | CC-MAIN-2017-17 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2017-17__0__264790336 | en | As the economy slowly staggers toward recovery, the market will pick up. Deals will began to occur. Existing inventories will be reduced and acquisition for new construction will become viable. When that happens, it is sure to be accompanied by one of the oldest and deadliest mistakes in the real estate development business: overpaying for the land.
This is a mistake that is made by newcomers as well as veterans of the industry with many years and numerous projects under their belts. The only thing that can rescue a deal when the land was overpriced is a bubble in the market. BUT, as we saw with the recent real estate bubble, when it bursts, you are stuck with land on the books that is 50%, 25%, 10% of the purchase price paid for it. Sometimes it actually has a negative value in the sense that the land would have to be given away in order for a project developed on it to make sense financially.
This is why it is critically important for the developer to understand and accurately calculate the residual value of the land. It is simply the maximum amount the developer can pay for the land and still achieve the expected return on the invested capital. In essence, it’s what’s left over after all of the expenses of development and the profit margin have been accounted for. Simply put, it’s a way of backing into the purchase price of the land.
There are a number of formulas designed to determine the residual value of land. Some are relatively simple, some aren’t. One I like utilizes discounted cash flow analysis. This makes sense because real estate developments are long-term.
You start by calculating the total costs of development, which may include any or all of the following:
· Market research fees
· Marketing and advertising costs
· Expenses for demolition, environmental mitigation, and hazardous waste remediation, if necessary
· Entitlement, platting, and permitting expenses
· Engineering and legal fees
· Planning and design expenses
· Infrastructure costs
· Construction costs
· Management fees
· Costs of financing involved in the project
· Sales or leasing commissions
For example, assume you’ve identified a parcel of property on which you want to develop a 30,000 square foot suburban office building that will rent for $25 per square foot with an 8% vacancy factor and OPEX at 35%. The cap rate at sale at the end of the fifth year of operations is estimated to be 7%. There will be a one year build and stabilize period followed by five years of operations. Without rent increases, this scenario produces a present value (PV) of $6,407,153.
Assume also that the permanent loan will be interest only at 70% of PV with developer equity of 30%. The costs of sale will be 3%. The developer’s hurdle rate (desired rate of return) is 10%. For simplicity’s sake, assume the all-in costs of development to be $175 per square foot.
Under this scenario, the net present value of the project is $2,522,107. Minus the developer’s equity, the residual land value is $947,107. If the building will be three stories of 10,000 square feet each and the floor area ratio (FAR) is .25 – meaning the building can cover no more than 25% of the site, the site would have to consist of a minimum of 40,000 square feet. This works out to $23.68 per square foot. If the seller insists that the price is solid at $40 per square foot, pass on this one.
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©2010 by The Falbey Institute for the Development of Real Estate | urban_planning |
https://www.getomnify.com/case-study/how-the-cannery-neighborhood-association-ensured-pool-safety-with-omnify | 2024-04-25T01:43:56 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-18/segments/1712296820065.92/warc/CC-MAIN-20240425000826-20240425030826-00285.warc.gz | 0.9617 | 737 | CC-MAIN-2024-18 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-18__0__193154134 | en | How the Cannery Neighborhood Association ensured Pool Safety with Omnify
With a hope to create a better environment for residents, visitors, and wildlife, many neighborhoods are gradually moving towards a new quality lifestyle that is more eco-friendly, healthy, and largely sustainable.
Cannery Neighborhood Association is one such progressive community around the Bay Area in Davis, CA, that emphasizes farm-to-fork living in an idealistic outdoors setup. With the concept related to open space and urban farms in mind, the way of life at the Cannery ensures that the whole community life reverberates the value of green spaces and green living.
Where green living meets total wellness
Parks, walking trails, and bike paths crisscrossing the community make sure that residents have plenty of opportunities for physical activity and fitness by either walking or riding a bike. The Cannery mainly uses renewable energy on all homes and different HOA amenities like a community recreation center featuring a lap pool and spa, an outdoor fireplace, barbeque grills, game room.
While the staff at the Cannery Neighborhood Association is perfectly invested in exploring green alternatives of a community living - giving its residents and members ample recreational opportunities such as spa and swimming - here’s how Omnify pool scheduling software helped streamline operations at this community association.
A dynamic software meeting the needs of time
The community pool at the Cannery was non-operational for a year due to the pandemic. However, as restrictions eased, they were in a muddle as to how they could reopen pools safely. Thus began their search for a proper online swimming pool software that would assist in controlling pool visits and capacity management and multiple other touchpoints.
In Omnify, they found many additional features designed for managing pool capacity. Improved features such as limiting slots per usage per person, customized liability waiver forms, Covid-19 Declaration forms, vaccination surveys, QR code check-in system, managing client data, and premium member experience, automated emails among others, effectively solved all their issues concerning the safety of the community around pool opening.
In the words of Geoff Browne (Division President at the Cannery),
“We were opening the pool facility after a year-long shutdown due to COVID-19 and were able to include a liability waiver as well as a short survey on vaccinations.”
In totality, Browne agrees that the Omnify Pool Scheduling system has a real nice interface and is appropriate for many applications. He says-
“We use it for a large HOA with several different amenities!”
A truly dependable Customer Service
Apart from the many Omnify features that helped the Cannery Neighborhood Association bring both convenience and safety to pool reservations, the latter was blown away by the responsible Omnify Customer Support professionals, which they could always count on.
“Customer Service was excellent as our representative Visvanath was very responsive and got back to me quickly when he needed to consult the IT team based on my questions.”
In the end, be it the responsive customer support that’s always paying attention to your needs or the user-friendly platform constantly providing solutions to meet all sorts of business urgencies, Omnify ensures that facilities and businesses can spend less time on unnecessary hassle and more on building client experience!
Simplifying your community’s amenity management is a must today to deliver a lot more to your members! For this you may want to check out Omnify.
Find out how the Cannery Neighborhood Association reopened pools safely with Omnify Pool Scheduling with features like capacity management, QR code checkins etc | urban_planning |
https://ads.bathnes.gov.uk/consultations/temporary-banners-and-flags-promote-one-events-and-festivals | 2018-12-11T16:41:30 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2018-51/segments/1544376823657.20/warc/CC-MAIN-20181211151237-20181211172737-00622.warc.gz | 0.917697 | 191 | CC-MAIN-2018-51 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2018-51__0__114336145 | en | In 2013 Bath & North East Somerset Council gave planning permission for a number of locations where temporary banners and flags can be displayed to promote one-off events and festivals. Most of the locations are lamp columns in the city centre of Bath; there is also permission for a cross-street banner across Milsom Street.
Temporary banners and flags for the purpose of promoting one-off events and festivals are permitted only for certain periods of time (maximum 3 weeks at one time, with a gap of 3 weeks before the next display) and for only a certain number of weeks in the year (12 weeks in total).
The current planning permission is in place only until September 2018. During spring 2018, a further planning application will be submitted by Bath & North East Somerset Council’s Economy & Culture team to Bath & North East Somerset Council as Planning Authority. The new planning application will request to continue the permission for the period 2018-2023. | urban_planning |
https://philosophy.indiana.edu/undergraduate/careers/alumni-spotlight-schell.html | 2023-02-06T18:28:09 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-06/segments/1674764500357.3/warc/CC-MAIN-20230206181343-20230206211343-00692.warc.gz | 0.94919 | 236 | CC-MAIN-2023-06 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-06__0__210710964 | en | Senior Editor, Routledge Press
I am currently a Senior Editor for Planning, Urban Design, and Landscape Architecture books at Routledge. I publish a range of books in these areas, including textbooks for undergraduate and graduate courses, heavily illustrated professional titles for practicing planners, landscape architects, and urban designers, and research titles. I started my career in publishing as an intern at Indiana University Press, helping editors to organize the images in books and format manuscripts. I moved to New York to work for Columbia University Press, where I learned the publishing process from initial idea to book in hand. I’ve worked for a range of publishers, but I’ve always stayed in academic fields because I find it rewarding to work with professors to create new books and help to disseminate their research. While I don’t work on philosophy books, I find connections to my degree often as the building blocks for both applied and theoretical books on urban issues like the right to housing, creating caring cities, and sustainable urban development. I appreciate that my job has allowed me to stay adjacent and contribute to academia, while giving me more freedom to work in subject areas outside my direct expertise. | urban_planning |
https://the1828journal.com/articles/2018/7/18/housing-the-hidden-crisis | 2019-07-20T08:23:43 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2019-30/segments/1563195526489.6/warc/CC-MAIN-20190720070937-20190720092937-00469.warc.gz | 0.96125 | 1,558 | CC-MAIN-2019-30 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2019-30__0__106900491 | en | Housing: The hidden crisis
Britain is in the grips of a housing crisis. In the long term, its impact on Britain’s political scene and social reality may well be greater than that of Brexit. Botching Brexit may fell the current government; but failing to resolve the housing crisis will make the Tories unelectable for decades to come. This is especially true in the South-East (and London in particular), where affordability is lowest – and resentment and disillusionment greatest. The prospect of buying one’s own house has, for many young Londoners, receded into the realm of fantasy.
Yet the scale of the crisis is not unprecedented. After the Great War, millions of men who had fought in the trenches returned home to overcrowded, inadequate – and, in more than 80% of cases, privately rented – homes. Lloyd George’s ambition to build ‘homes for heroes’ was wholeheartedly embraced by subsequent Conservative governments and enterprising homebuilders alike. The result: between 1925 and 1938, more than 200,000 homes were built every year. It is with reason that inter-war semis remain so powerful a symbol of English suburbia; there are more than a million of them.
Worse still was the situation after World War 2. Combined, the five years of war-imposed stagnation and the Blitz had wrought havoc on Britain’s housing stock – and though some reconstruction had begun under Attlee, the situation remained dire even in 1950. Recognising this, Churchill made the Tory promise to build 300,000 homes a year a central part of his election campaign – and won. The promise was maintained; by 1954, a million new homes had been built. Indeed, the building boom did not subside until the 1970s – reaching in fact an historic high in 1968, when 350,000 new flats and houses were built in a single year.
In both cases, the exceptional speed and magnitude of development led to mistakes: the house-building boom of the 20s and 30s took place at the expense of the open land surrounding our major cities. Sleepy rural towns became, within a few years, bustling satellites of the cities they had always held at arm’s length. London’s suburbs especially grew virtually uncontrolled. Private companies, the Metropolitan Railway in primis, built railway lines into open country first – and houses within easy reach of these lines second. The allure of quiet suburban living was irresistible: it meant being, as Betjeman wrote, ‘a city clerk turned countryman again / and linked to the metropolis by train’.
Yet in the long term, this indiscriminate, low-density development was environmentally, socially, and economically disastrous. From drainage problems to social isolation, from the over-use of transport networks to the ‘urban heat island’ effect, the problems of suburban sprawl are many – and, for the most part, well understood now.
Even better known, of course, are the issues facing many post-1945 housing estates. Badly-built and -maintained tower blocks quickly became ‘high-rise hells’; large-panel prefabrication systems, used during the 1960s for over 25% of new builds, turned out (tragically, at Ronan Point) to be unfit for purpose; and the monotonous, maze-like design of many schemes fostered isolation, resentment, and crime.
We cannot afford to make these mistakes – either of excessive land consumption or of insufficient attention to quality – again. To prevent the first error, there is already legislation in place: the Metropolitan Green Belt was established precisely to curb the land-consuming excesses of interwar housebuilding. Building on it now should remain a last resort; presumption should be against, rather than in favour of it. It is true, as proponents of a de-facto abolition of the Green Belt have pointed out, that some sections of London’s Green Belt are in a pitiful state. Yet this, far from being a good reason for its abolition, ought to be a rallying cry for its improvement. What other green space is there in Britain that is so large and yet so easily accessible by so many? Where if not here, within easy reach of ten million people, should we endeavour to make England’s pleasant pastures seen?
But improving the Green Belt requires funds that local governments simply haven’t got. Developers, on the other hand, do. The most promising way forward, then, would be selectively to release small, strategically less important parts of the Green Belt for developments in exchange for the improvement of surrounding land. This would not be unprecedented: various infrastructure projects, from the Northern Line extension to the re-building of Bank station, are already now part-funded by developers keen on building nearby.
There is no reason to think that a similar framework would not work in the Green Belt; developers wishing to build on protected land could be required to contribute financially, for example, to the construction of a public park, the deculverting of a river, or the creation and maintenance of community facilities. This would be fully in the spirit of Green Belt legislation, whose chief aim it was to create usable green spaces around London. It would also, in simple quantitative terms, go a long way towards easing the housing crisis; within the Green Belt, there is land sufficient to build a million homes within 40 minutes of Central London by train or Tube. Releasing even a small part of this would go a long way towards solving, at least quantitatively, the housing shortage in the South-East.
Yet the housing crisis is not simply about quantity. It is about the quality of homes, too. New developments are often built at too high a density, with too many flats or houses crammed into too small a space. Conversely, promised amenities for residents – from gyms to schools to transport links – can take years to become realities; ‘Barking Reach’ and ‘Greenwich Peninsula’ docent.
There is no easy solution to this: larger floorplans and better amenities improve residents’ quality of life – but also increase the scale and cost of developments. The provision of affordable housing and the integration of developments into the local landscape are two of the largest hurdles faced by developers; complaints about the quality of new homes have, conversely, not seriously impacted the willingness of buyers to buy them.
The market, in other words, provides developers with little incentive to build larger, better, more functional homes; such an incentive, then, must come, in some form, from the government. It is in everybody’s interest that new homes be built to last the test of time in terms not only of build quality, but of space standards and internal layout; let us not repeat the mistakes of bygone decades, when new developments were all too often very poorly built – and all the more quickly demolished. It is imperative that this not happen to this new generation of homes. Government guidelines along the lines of the former Parker-Morris standards should be debated, established, and backed up by financial incentives for those developers that follow them.
The government should continue to push for more homes to be built. But if we are to avoid the mistakes of the past, quantity cannot be our only concern, nor the number of homes built our only yardstick. We must work to preserve Britain’s great outdoors by maintaining, and improving, the Green Belt. We must not allow the new-builds of to-day to become the slums of tomorrow. | urban_planning |
https://www.ornl.gov/staff-profile/andy-s-berres | 2024-04-21T20:55:31 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-18/segments/1712296817819.93/warc/CC-MAIN-20240421194551-20240421224551-00888.warc.gz | 0.935285 | 1,053 | CC-MAIN-2024-18 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-18__0__41142228 | en | Dr. Andy Berres is a data scientist who specializes in data science at scale for urban applications. Their core expertise is data workflows, data fusion, analysis, geometry, and visualization, with additional experience in simulation, and machine learning. They work on on different platforms from web applications to high-performance computers. Dr. Berres has a passion for applied science, and has worked with a variety of applications ranging from plasma physics and medicine to climate science and transportation. As a research scientist in the Computational Urban Sciences group, they work primarily with large geographic and urban data. You can learn more about their current work in the projects section.
Before their time at ORNL, Dr. Berres was a postdoc in the Data Science at Scale group at Los Alamos National Laboratory where they worked on analyzing the connection between use of computational resources and cognitive value of the outcome by compressing image databases and evaluating the usability. They furthermore worked as a developer for MPAS-Ocean, the ocean component of the Energy Exascale Earth System Model (E3SM) project. During that time they extended multiple analysis members to enable the use of regional masks.
Dr. Berres completed their BSc (2009), MSc (2011), and PhD (2015) at the University of Kaiserslautern in Kaiserslautern, Germany. During their studies, they specialized in visualization, image processing, and computer vision. Their minors were in mathematics (BSc) and biology (MSc).
Dr. Berres is leading the incident detection team and contribute to other data science and cyberphysical control efforts for the CTwin 2.0 Project. The project at large provides real-time and historic situational awareness and predictive capabilities for transportation in the Chattanooga area.
On this project Dr. Berres develops building occupancy schedules based on traffic data, building on previous work on coupled urban systems. This effort is part of the Population Density Tables project.
Urban-Scale Building Energy Modeling
As a member of the AutoBEM project, Dr. Berres is working on workflows for parallel simulation runs, for which they have run 125 million building simulations. A small extract of Clark County, Nevada is available on Zenodo, and a larger dataset comprising about 123 million buildings is available on Constellation.
SMART Mobility 2.0: Integrated Vehicle Speed Control
For this project, Dr. Berres is guiding the development of a cloud-based system for vehicle speed control, and in charge of developing vehicle-to-infrastructure communications. This system informs subscribed vehicles of signal timing changes and other data to support algorithmic and human-in-the-loop decisions about speed changes. This project is part of the Smart Mobility 2.0 Consortium, and it builds on the Real-Time Mobility Control System LDRD.
Regional Mobility (CTwin)
Dr. Berres was responsible for leading the data science efforts for the Regional Mobility Project, which provided real-time and historic situational awareness for transportation in the Chattanooga area. They managed and analyzed data from over 100 different data sources. This data can come from sensors, probes, surveys, or other sources, with different spatiotemporal resolutions and availabilities. As part of this project, Dr. Berres led the development of various visualizations for the platform, which have been published (Visualization in Transportation presentation (video), Multiscale Visualization paper, Safety Visualization paper). This project is continued by the CTwin 2.0 project.
Real-Time Mobility Control System
Dr. Berres was also a member of an LDRD which uses similar data. For this LDRD, their main focus centered on analyzing and predicting signal timings, as well as supporting the design of a web-based platform to upload and view simulated traffic data. This project is continued by the SMART Mobility 2.0: Integrated Vehicle Speed Control project.
Coupled Urban Systems
Dr. Berres worked on the Coupled Urban Systems Project, which was a project under the Exascale Computing Project umbrella. During this project, they initialized a transportation simulation (TRANSIMS) using population and travel survey data, and coupled the outputs of this transportation simulation to a building energy simulation (EnergyPlus) by assigning occupants of vehicles to buildings that were near their destination. Furthermore, they have contributed to coupling the transportation output to an emissions model (MOVES). They contributed to two notable publications based on this project (Mobility-Driven Building Energy paper (led by Dr. Berres), Weather Impact on Traffic paper (led by Dr. Kuldeep Kurte)).
Dr. Berres contributed to the development of a web-based platform to present simulation outputs for various COVID-19 simulations, case count data, mobility data, and others. This work was funded by the Department of Energy under the CARES act. This work resulted in a paper about the platform itself (led by Dr. Gautam Thakur), with other publications in the pipeline. | urban_planning |
https://www.apexrealtyadvisory.com/uncategorized/office-market-outlook-2023/ | 2023-09-21T11:52:54 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-40/segments/1695233506027.39/warc/CC-MAIN-20230921105806-20230921135806-00696.warc.gz | 0.939702 | 794 | CC-MAIN-2023-40 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-40__0__48939983 | en | The national office vacancy was 20.5 percent as of Q2 2023 according to JLL. The office sector is facing persistent challenges associated primarily with the work from home movement and functional obsolescence. The remote or hybrid work model has caused a structural change in the way tenants view and utilize their space needs. The office market will contract as tenant leases roll over into smaller spaces.
Still, office real estate carries a certain social value needed by many companies and their employees. This includes tangible connections for teamwork/ collaboration, shared experiences, learning and mentoring that the physical office environment provides better than the remote and hybrid models.
The Nareit All Equity REIT Index rose by two percent in July – its second consecutive monthly gain following June’s 5.36 percent rise. The much-maligned office REITs led the July index with a 13.32 percent gain in total returns, but total returns for the year have been -5.01 percent.
Since real estate is local, we have also looked at current New Castle County office market stats vs. pre-pandemic office market fundamentals four years ago below. The office CBD vacancy rate remains elevated, continues to churn negative net absorption and the asking rent has essentially remained flat. All four submarkets have elevated vacancy rates and asking rents in the suburbs has declined.
With tenants cutting space needs, moving to better quality buildings, and the advancement of artificial intelligence, the outlook for the sector over the next few years is somewhat grim. As space demand wanes, building vacancy rates will increase forcing old, obsolete buildings to be mothballed, converted to alternative uses, or demolished. Defaulted and maturing office loans unfortunately will also feed the distressed asset fire.
For lenders, the office market has been deemed a ‘no-fly zone’ due to the drastically reduced the demand for office real estate. The hybrid work structure has shaken up the national office market with negative absorption. When combined with new office construction deliveries and a flight to quality by many tenants, vacancy rates have been increasing as well. Higher vacancy rates, lower net effective rents, higher inflationary operating costs, and functional obsolescence have caused many buildings to be challenged for continued office use.
As tenants resize their office footprints and leases expire, it will take time for the market to reset. C&W estimates that the U.S. workforce will only require 4.61 billion square feet of office space at the end of the decade, assuming office-using employment grows by 6 percent over that period. If realized, the 1.1 billion-square-foot glut of excess office space will represent a 55 percent increase from the amount of obsolete office space in fourth-quarter 2019.
Office conversions to alternative uses seem to be the logical next step with the potential surplus of vacant, obsolete office buildings. Conversion of office buildings to residential uses have been common practice in downtown Wilmington. BPG has recently converted Lincoln Square, Nemours, and 101 DuPont Place into a total of almost 400 apartments and the Westover Companies recently completed the conversion of 901 Market Tower into 82 apartments. There are other alternative uses for office buildings like conversion to life sciences (i.e., CRISP), hospitality (1220 N. Market Staybridge Suites) and education. Depending upon the structure and the extent of renovation necessary conversion costs can range from $250 to $350 per square foot. This makes the balancing act of managing cost and risk very important to ensure the economic feasibility.
Even amid the structural shift in commercial real estate, there will always be a need for commercial office space. The good news is that slowing new space deliveries, accelerated demolitions and conversions of vintage offices and increased leasing activity should help offset the likelihood of rising vacancy. Better quality office buildings will have the ability to better attract and retain tenants and those buildings dealing with cash flow or loan stresses will offer opportunities for redevelopment. | urban_planning |
http://www.kopuzlar.com/en/real-estate-investment-and-construction/ | 2021-12-02T12:57:34 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2021-49/segments/1637964362219.5/warc/CC-MAIN-20211202114856-20211202144856-00030.warc.gz | 0.950357 | 181 | CC-MAIN-2021-49 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2021-49__0__149663278 | en | REAL ESTATE INVESTMENT AND CONSTRUCTION
Kopuzlar Group’s real estate investment and development activities are carried out within the body of its subsidiaries Kopuzlar Gayrimenkul Yatırım (Kopuzlar Real Estate Investment) and Kopuzlar İnşaat (Kopuzlar Construction). The group companies, which have become important names in the field thanks to the projects they have completed over the years, continue to contribute to the brand value of the group with their innovative and people-oriented projects.
The group aims to increase its activity in the sector by taking steps to supply a growing Turkey’s need for residential and commercial spaces. Beyond being simply a construction company, the group is taking firm steps towards adding to its list of sustainable projects that make a positive contribution to the city, society and the environment. | urban_planning |
http://www.cbre.de/de_en/services/public_advisory_services | 2017-06-27T12:10:26 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2017-26/segments/1498128321410.90/warc/CC-MAIN-20170627115753-20170627135753-00477.warc.gz | 0.909936 | 301 | CC-MAIN-2017-26 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2017-26__0__240087152 | en | Professional real estate services for the public sector
The public sector’s demand for professional real estate services remains strong. At the same time, the challenges to be met are becoming increasingly complex; they require expertise in capital market issues, real estate management and technical matters. Moreover, sound knowledge of the interrelation between the public authorities and the political sphere is a key factor for completing a project successfully.
What we do
With our team of experienced business economists, lawyers and engineers specialised in different technical fields we provide customised real estate solutions for the public sector, including
PPP projects (feasibility studies, profitability analyses, financial modelling, preparation work, organisation and implementation of PPP tenders including subsequent project controlling),
Analyses of potentials and valuation of public property (status quo analyses),
Real estate management for the public sector,
Advisory on property-specific organisation and processes,
Feasibility studies and support in project development.
How you benefit
On the basis of independent and sound analyses we enable public authorities to opt for the most cost-effective action on real estate investments or sales at hand. By optimising both the organisation and procedures we bring about transparency, we save costs and open up room for manoeuvre. When implementing a project we make sure that all objectives in terms of profitability, deadlines, and quality are met.
In cooperation with our colleagues from Investment Services we provide investors with the know-how they require for public property and infrastructure projects. | urban_planning |
https://morningsidedentalcare.com/local/the-high-line/ | 2023-12-10T18:05:52 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-50/segments/1700679102612.80/warc/CC-MAIN-20231210155147-20231210185147-00178.warc.gz | 0.962222 | 792 | CC-MAIN-2023-50 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-50__0__97611921 | en | In the center of New York City, there is a distinctive and cutting-edge public park called The High Line. This urban oasis, which spans over 1.45 miles along the west side of Manhattan and was constructed on an abandoned elevated railway track, provides visitors with breathtaking views of the city skyline, lush gardens, and a number of public art installations.
The High Line became one of the city’s most well-liked attractions after it first opened to the public in 2009. The elevated railway track, which was initially constructed in the 1930s to transport goods between factories and warehouses, fell out of use in the 1980s and was slated for demolition. Nevertheless, a group of neighborhood activists and citizens realized the area’s potential as a public park and launched a campaign to save it. The High Line has been transformed into a vibrant public space that honors the history, culture, and natural beauty of New York City after years of fundraising, planning, and construction.
Visitors are given a special view of the city as they stroll along the High Line. The park, which is 30 feet above the street, provides breathtaking views of the Hudson River, Manhattan’s skyline, and the surrounding areas. Many of the original components of the railroad track, including the steel rails, the wooden ties, and the rough, industrial aesthetic, are incorporated into the park’s design. Nevertheless, the area has been transformed into a lush garden with hundreds of different plant species that bloom at various times of the year, creating a landscape that is constantly changing.
The High Line’s dedication to public art is one of its distinguishing features. The High Line Art Program commissions a variety of site-specific installations, sculptures, and murals that are displayed throughout the park. These works of art, which are frequently produced by established or up-and-coming artists who are experimenting with novel forms and concepts, reflect the diversity and creativity of the city. A large inflatable sculpture of a cartoon character, a sound installation that uses recordings of the city’s background noise, and a number of murals honoring the city’s immigrant communities are a few recent installations.
In addition to offering visitors a variety of amenities, the High Line also offers aesthetic and cultural attractions. In addition to food and beverage vendors selling a variety of snacks, drinks, and meals, the park is furnished with seating areas, public restrooms, and drinking fountains. There are designated areas for families with children, pets, and people using wheelchairs in the park.
More than just a park for the general public, The High Line serves as an example of environmentally friendly and sustainable urban planning. A green roof system that collects rainwater, a composting program that recycles organic waste, and a plant selection process that prioritizes native species and drought-resistant varieties are just a few of the cutting-edge elements incorporated into the park’s design to help reduce the city’s carbon footprint. Numerous awards and accolades have been bestowed upon the park for its dedication to sustainability, which has also sparked the creation of related initiatives in other cities all over the world.
In addition to being a well-liked tourist destination, the High Line serves as a central hub for the neighborhood. Throughout the year, the park hosts a number of events, such as outdoor concerts, movie screenings, fitness classes, and neighborhood festivals. In a city that can sometimes feel overwhelming and isolating, these events bring people from all walks of life together and foster a sense of community and belonging.
The High Line is unquestionably an exceptional and noteworthy attraction in New York City, to sum up. It is evidence of the ability of society, the arts, and nature to alter urban settings and produce novel experiences. The High Line has something to offer everyone, whether they are residents, tourists, nature lovers, or art enthusiasts. | urban_planning |
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