Free morning parking in south Ceredigion towns could cost £130k
COUNCILLORS have been urged to not support free morning parking in three south Ceredigion towns because of the “stark wider financial challenges that Ceredigion County Council is facing” and the “lack of any tangible evidence” to suggest free parking trials in Llandysul and Tregaron has had any impact on the local economy.
State College Chose Parking Over People. The People Fought Back.
State College, PA, voted to authorize eminent domain to demolish three downtown businesses for a parking garage. In response, a Strong Towns Local Conversation group mobilized opposition to the project.
Strong Towns member Will Gardner shares how the 60-person bike bus he helps lead in his hometown is helping kids get to school, and reducing the number of cars in the drop-off lane.
Birmingham launches ‘Right Size Parking Initiative’ for parking reform
This initiative aims to reduce minimum parking requirements for new development in the city to improve walkability, rent prices, urban sprawl, and environmental factors according to the city website.
Austin’s Citywide Elimination of Parking Mandates Heads for the Finish Line
The news back in May that Austin’s City Council voted to eliminate citywide parking mandates made waves across the nation, cited by a number of publications as evidence that these outdated re…
To get the Metro we deserve, transform parking into housing
The Metro system is the foundation the Washington region needs to build a pleasant, sustainable, equitable future. Transforming its parking lots into transit-oriented development can increase revenue and build a bigger rider base.
Bike parking gets support in Urban Transportation Commission's call to end parking requirements - Austin Monitor
City Council may add changes to bike parking requirements to a November resolution that will finalize the removal of parking minimums from the Land Development Code. The Urban Transportation Commission recently voted to recommend Council adopt the ordinance changes on…
Parking in New York City Really Is Worse Than Ever
There are more cars but fewer available spots on the street. There are fewer garages — and exorbitant prices. For city drivers, it’s a growing headache.
Houston amends residential development requirements to promote walkability, affordable housing expansion | Houston Public Media
After a compromise was reached among city planners, residents and developers, Houston's elected officials approved a series of building code changes that will reduce frontloading driveways and promote more affordable housing options.
New York City Zoning Proposal Aims to Permit 100,000 New Homes
Zoning reforms could address several of New York City’s issues, but experts say Mayor Eric Adams may need to ask for more to get affordable housing results.
Pennsylvania Town Switches to Virtual Parking Permits
The Pottsville Parking Authority will issue virtual parking permits in 2024 for eight municipal lots across the city. The permits will be available for purchase starting in mid-December.
Greensburg hopes to raze shuttered parking garage by Westmoreland Hospital
Greensburg officials have a plan in place for demolishing the city’s shuttered J. Edward Hutchinson Parking Garage, but the state’s blessing is needed. The garage has been closed for about two years, since the city determined it wasn’t worth the projected cost of more than $2 million to extend the
The Tory attack on 20mph speed limits is already a losing battle | Roger Harrabin
Once people have experienced the benefits in their area, there is barely any appetite for bringing the speed back up, says energy and environment analyst Roger Harrabin
Glasgow boosts active travel with cycling parking hubs
On-demand secure cycle parking hubs have been deployed in Glasgow City Centre as part of the Scottish city’s plans to boost active travel and reduce carbon
A parking ticket costs less than paying at some Toronto lots. That could soon change | CBC News
Are you feeling lucky? It’s a question some drivers have been asking themselves as they park at some of the city’s busiest tourist attractions and transit stations. Do they pay for parking, or walk away and take the chance of getting a ticket?