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If parking relief is granted to just about every development, why require parking in the first place? - Streetsblog Chicago
If parking relief is granted to just about every development, why require parking in the first place? - Streetsblog Chicago
This article also appears in Streetsblog Chicago cofounder Steven Vance’s personal blog Steven Can Plan. He also runs the local development data website Chicago Cityscape. The Chicago zoning code requires nearly every development, new or renovated, to provide on-site car parking. The code also provides relief from that requirement, most often in the form of […]
·chi.streetsblog.org·
If parking relief is granted to just about every development, why require parking in the first place? - Streetsblog Chicago
Queen City News
Queen City News
The Riverkeeper says the state’s fast growth may create economic opportunities, but that it also strains the state’s infrastructure, natural resources, and environment.
·qcnews.com·
Queen City News
Reforming Parking Doesn’t Require Cities to Reinvent the Wheel - Institute for Transportation and Development Policy
Reforming Parking Doesn’t Require Cities to Reinvent the Wheel - Institute for Transportation and Development Policy
In the city of Guadalajara, Mexico, sustainable mobility is making strides. The city has been implementing more shared bikes, safer bike lanes, and improved pedestrian pathways alongside a new bus rapid transit (BRT) line. But another key component of the area’s transformation is lesser known: better parking management and parking reform. Our streets are critical
·itdp.org·
Reforming Parking Doesn’t Require Cities to Reinvent the Wheel - Institute for Transportation and Development Policy
Cities Tackle Traffic, Parking Through Curb Management
Cities Tackle Traffic, Parking Through Curb Management
Municipalities in California, Colorado and Washington are working toward a deeper understanding of what goes on at their curbs, to solve persistent problems related to parking, congestion and deliveries.
·govtech.com·
Cities Tackle Traffic, Parking Through Curb Management
New zoning model could encourage denser, more walkable future for Tucson
New zoning model could encourage denser, more walkable future for Tucson
Betsy Larson wants to live in a more walkable neighborhood, with streetlights illuminating bustling roadways in front of thriving local businesses.  She believes a new zoning tool proposed by Tucson’s planning commission could help make this a reality by offering developers the option to build higher, denser and more accessible city spaces.  Larson is the […]
·azluminaria.org·
New zoning model could encourage denser, more walkable future for Tucson
Until code reform, Missoula extends 'emergency' ordinance
Until code reform, Missoula extends 'emergency' ordinance
The Missoula City Council on Monday night extended an emergency ordinance adopted in 2023 to ensure the city remains in compliance with state law until it's able to fully reform its zoning and development codes.
·missoulacurrent.com·
Until code reform, Missoula extends 'emergency' ordinance
4 Cities That Are Slashing Outdated Parking Mandates
4 Cities That Are Slashing Outdated Parking Mandates
Across North America, parking mandates harm businesses, residents and cities. Fortunately, a rapidly growing number of cities are questioning these requirements, inching toward reforming or even repealing them altogether. Here are some of the communities that are rethinking their approaches.
·strongtowns.org·
4 Cities That Are Slashing Outdated Parking Mandates
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fewer parking spaces could make cities more livable and vibrant
fewer parking spaces could make cities more livable and vibrant
Reducing parking isn’t just about easing traffic—it’s about building better cities. By implementing smart parking policies, eliminating parking minimums, and adopting land use regulations aligned with TOD principles, developing countries can create more livable, dynamic, and equitable cities where people walk to most destinations and use public transport for the rest. Charging for parking, integrating public transport, and rethinking the design of urban spaces can all make a substantial difference. For cities looking to reduce congestion and promote local economies, fewer parking lots and more focus on public spaces are the way forward.
·blogs.worldbank.org·
fewer parking spaces could make cities more livable and vibrant
New city code bans cars from parking in bike lanes, imposes fines for violations
New city code bans cars from parking in bike lanes, imposes fines for violations
The Austin City Council amended the city’s parking codes during a Feb. 13 meeting to prohibit cars from parking in bike lanes. The city made the changes after bicyclists expressed safety concerns during the meeting over cars parked in bike lanes. Previously, city regulations allowed vehicles to park in bike lanes unless there was a...
·thedailytexan.com·
New city code bans cars from parking in bike lanes, imposes fines for violations
Op-Ed: Convert Street Parking to Trees to Hit Seattle Canopy Goals Sooner
Op-Ed: Convert Street Parking to Trees to Hit Seattle Canopy Goals Sooner
# Seattle could meet its 30% tree canopy goal much quicker by converting a quarter of its 500,000 on-street parking spaces. The paving to planting conversion would convey many benefits, cooling neighborhoods and absorbing runoff.
·theurbanist.org·
Op-Ed: Convert Street Parking to Trees to Hit Seattle Canopy Goals Sooner