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Brooklyn
fromBKReader
3 weeks ago

New Greenpoint School Aims to Relieve Classroom Crowding

Greenpoint is receiving a new elementary school after 125 years, despite concerns regarding its proximity to a Superfund site.
Brooklyn
fromBKReader
3 weeks ago

New Greenpoint School Aims to Relieve Classroom Crowding

Greenpoint is receiving a new elementary school after 125 years, despite concerns regarding its proximity to a Superfund site.
#housing
Brooklyn
fromBKReader
1 week ago

Major Brooklyn Rezoning Plan Approved by City Council

The NYC Council approved a major rezoning plan to add affordable housing units in Crown Heights and Bedford-Stuyvesant.
NYC real estate
fromGothamist
1 week ago

4,600 new homes slated for Brooklyn's Atlantic Avenue as NYC Council votes on rezoning

The NYC Council plans to vote on a rezoning plan to build 4,600 new homes in Brooklyn, aiming to increase affordable housing.
NYC politics
fromGothamist
3 weeks ago

Atlantic Avenue rezoning allowing 4,600 new homes passes key NYC Council panels

Brooklyn's Atlantic Avenue could gain 4,600 new housing units, including 1,900 affordable ones, under a newly approved rezoning plan.
Boston real estate
fromBoston.com
1 week ago

Housing remains the top issue for Mass. - and voters are willing to change their neighborhoods to get it, poll says

Housing affordability and availability are the top concerns for Massachusetts voters, with strong support for increased housing development.
Brooklyn
fromBKReader
1 week ago

Major Brooklyn Rezoning Plan Approved by City Council

The NYC Council approved a major rezoning plan to add affordable housing units in Crown Heights and Bedford-Stuyvesant.
NYC real estate
fromGothamist
1 week ago

4,600 new homes slated for Brooklyn's Atlantic Avenue as NYC Council votes on rezoning

The NYC Council plans to vote on a rezoning plan to build 4,600 new homes in Brooklyn, aiming to increase affordable housing.
NYC politics
fromGothamist
3 weeks ago

Atlantic Avenue rezoning allowing 4,600 new homes passes key NYC Council panels

Brooklyn's Atlantic Avenue could gain 4,600 new housing units, including 1,900 affordable ones, under a newly approved rezoning plan.
Boston real estate
fromBoston.com
1 week ago

Housing remains the top issue for Mass. - and voters are willing to change their neighborhoods to get it, poll says

Housing affordability and availability are the top concerns for Massachusetts voters, with strong support for increased housing development.
#urban-planning
NYC real estate
fromFast Company
1 week ago

Why we need to write affordable housing's next chapter

The U.S. needs a recalibrated approach to affordable housing that prioritizes accessibility, safety, and community quality for all income levels.
fromsilive
1 week ago
NYC politics

Staten Island Community Board meetings: A proposal to transform sanitation garage into affordable housing

fromAustin Monitor
2 weeks ago
Upper West Side

Planning Commissioners and public weigh in on West Campus zoning updates with support... and some reservations - Austin Monitor

NYC real estate
fromFast Company
1 week ago

Why we need to write affordable housing's next chapter

The U.S. needs a recalibrated approach to affordable housing that prioritizes accessibility, safety, and community quality for all income levels.
fromsilive
1 week ago
NYC politics

Staten Island Community Board meetings: A proposal to transform sanitation garage into affordable housing

fromAustin Monitor
2 weeks ago
Upper West Side

Planning Commissioners and public weigh in on West Campus zoning updates with support... and some reservations - Austin Monitor

fromTelecompetitor
2 days ago

Ripple Fiber Announces $2M Project in Harnett County, North Carolina

"The trust and support we've received from Harnett County is incredibly meaningful—for Ripple Fiber as a provider and for local residents who deserve access to fiber-powered connectivity."
Roam Research
#architecture
Renovation
fromArchDaily
1 week ago

House of Harvest / Frayn Studio

The House of Harvest transforms a former slaughterhouse into a sustainable community food hub promoting local agriculture.
Graphic design
fromMail Online
5 days ago

World's tallest 3D-printed building is unveiled in Switzerland

Tor Alva, a 100-foot 3D-printed tower in Switzerland, is a cultural hub built to revitalize a small village facing depopulation.
Design
fromArchDaily
2 weeks ago

Element Labs at University Research Park / Perkins+Will

University Research Park integrates nature into its design, promoting community and wildlife well-being.
fromArchDaily
2 days ago
Renovation

Aga Khan Award for Architecture 2025 Announces 19 Shortlisted Projects from 15 Countries

Renovation
fromArchDaily
1 week ago

House of Harvest / Frayn Studio

The House of Harvest transforms a former slaughterhouse into a sustainable community food hub promoting local agriculture.
Graphic design
fromMail Online
5 days ago

World's tallest 3D-printed building is unveiled in Switzerland

Tor Alva, a 100-foot 3D-printed tower in Switzerland, is a cultural hub built to revitalize a small village facing depopulation.
Design
fromArchDaily
2 weeks ago

Element Labs at University Research Park / Perkins+Will

University Research Park integrates nature into its design, promoting community and wildlife well-being.
fromArchDaily
2 days ago
Renovation

Aga Khan Award for Architecture 2025 Announces 19 Shortlisted Projects from 15 Countries

fromwww.newsshopper.co.uk
2 days ago

Huge 17.5-metre phone mast could be installed next to Beckenham flats

Bromley Council's proposal for a new phone mast includes public consultation, allowing residents 21 days to submit comments regarding the development.
London politics
#bronx
NYC real estate
fromTHE CITY - NYC News
3 days ago

Community Ownership Is Now Part of Kingsbridge Armory Revival Project

Community group secures 20% ownership of Kingsbridge Armory, emphasizing local development and affordable manufacturing space.
NYC real estate
fromTHE CITY - NYC News
3 days ago

Community Ownership Is Now Part of Kingsbridge Armory Revival Project

Community group secures 20% ownership of Kingsbridge Armory, emphasizing local development and affordable manufacturing space.
fromBikemag
3 days ago

Someone Doesn't Want This Beloved Bike Park To Open - Here's How You Can Help

We have some bad news for the fans of the Panhandle Bike Ranch. Judge Casey Simmons... ruled that the Bonner County Commissioners did not provide enough evidence for some of the decisions.
Bicycling
#brooklyn
NYC politics
fromGothamist
3 weeks ago

Park by Brooklyn Borough Hall could get big upgrades if judges give up parking spots

Brooklyn's envisioned park overhaul is clashing with judges' objections over losing their parking spaces.
fromCbsnews
1 week ago
Brooklyn

Broadway Junction $500M overhaul sparks hope and fear in Brooklyn transit hub

NYC politics
fromGothamist
3 weeks ago

Park by Brooklyn Borough Hall could get big upgrades if judges give up parking spots

Brooklyn's envisioned park overhaul is clashing with judges' objections over losing their parking spaces.
Brooklyn
frombrooklyneagle.com
2 weeks ago

Con Edison boosts Brooklyn power reliability

Con Edison is enhancing Brooklyn's electric reliability with new 138-kV transmission lines as part of a $505 million investment.
Brooklyn
fromCbsnews
1 week ago

Broadway Junction $500M overhaul sparks hope and fear in Brooklyn transit hub

A $500 million investment aims to modernize Broadway Junction, but concerns of gentrification loom large in the community.
NYC real estate
fromBrooklyn Eagle
1 week ago

City Council approves Atlantic Avenue Mixed Use Plan

The City Council approved the Atlantic-Avenue Mixed Use Plan to create affordable housing and enhance community resources.
NYC real estate
fromBusiness Matters
4 days ago

Building Change: A Conversation with Schelton Assoumou

Schelton Assoumou focuses on affordable housing to create community opportunity in Brooklyn, transitioning from Wall Street to real estate development.
fromwww.hamhigh.co.uk
3 days ago

Iconic London cinema announces closure in 2026

The Odeon in Parkway, Camden Town, will close in 2026 to make way for student housing, ending its long-standing history as a cinema since 1937.
London food
fromTelecompetitor
3 days ago

UTOPIA Fiber Completes Bountiful City, Utah Fiber Network Ahead of Schedule

Finishing this project almost a year early is no small feat. It speaks to the commitment of the Bountiful community, the efficiency of our construction contractor, and the strength of the partnership between UTOPIA and the city.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
4 days ago

Los Gatos resident group outlines vision for community center

The designs for the Los Gatos Community Center were unveiled, showcasing one or two-story options with large glass features to enhance community interaction.
Silicon Valley food
#affordable-housing
fromwww.cbc.ca
3 weeks ago
Toronto startup

In Canada's housing crisis, are modular homes a cheaper and faster solution? | CBC News

Toronto startup
fromwww.cbc.ca
3 weeks ago

In Canada's housing crisis, are modular homes a cheaper and faster solution? | CBC News

Modular housing offers a promising solution to affordable housing shortages, addressing homelessness efficiently and economically.
Mission District
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 weeks ago

Here's where the money Meta spent on its $1 billion pledge for affordable housing has gone

Meta has largely abandoned its $1 billion affordable housing commitment, with only a fraction of funds distributed.
The majority of Meta's investments in housing are structured as loans, not grants.
NYC real estate
fromBrownstoner
1 month ago

Boerum Hill Parking Lot to Become Affordable Senior Housing

A city-owned parking lot in Boerum Hill will become affordable, rent-stabilized housing targeted at seniors.
#nycha
Brooklyn
fromBKReader
4 weeks ago

AG James, NYCHA Launch $750K Tree Planting, Workforce Program

New initiative to restore NYC's tree canopy while creating green jobs and educating youth in public housing communities.
Brooklyn
fromBKReader
4 weeks ago

AG James, NYCHA Launch $750K Tree Planting, Workforce Program

New initiative to restore NYC's tree canopy while creating green jobs and educating youth in public housing communities.
#remote-work
Remote teams
fromBiloxi Sun Herald
1 week ago

Remote workers from across the U.S. are moving to the Mississippi Coast. Why?

Remote work has enabled many professionals to relocate, impacting housing markets and local economies in South Mississippi.
The trend of remote work is reshaping communities as individuals seek better work-life balance and connectivity.
Remote teams
fromBiloxi Sun Herald
1 week ago

Remote workers from across the U.S. are moving to the Mississippi Coast. Why?

Remote work has enabled many professionals to relocate, impacting housing markets and local economies in South Mississippi.
The trend of remote work is reshaping communities as individuals seek better work-life balance and connectivity.
#mayor-eric-adams
Brooklyn
fromBKReader
1 week ago

Green Makeover Coming to Brooklyn Blocks

Mayor Eric Adams announces '$30 million Vital Parks for All' initiative to create green spaces in under-served neighborhoods.
fromBKReader
5 days ago
Brooklyn

New Parks Commissioner Has Deep Brooklyn Ties

Iris Rodriguez-Rosa is appointed as the first Latina commissioner of NYC Parks, overseeing a recent $23 million revitalization of public outdoor spaces.
Brooklyn
fromBKReader
1 week ago

Green Makeover Coming to Brooklyn Blocks

Mayor Eric Adams announces '$30 million Vital Parks for All' initiative to create green spaces in under-served neighborhoods.
Brooklyn
fromBKReader
5 days ago

New Parks Commissioner Has Deep Brooklyn Ties

Iris Rodriguez-Rosa is appointed as the first Latina commissioner of NYC Parks, overseeing a recent $23 million revitalization of public outdoor spaces.
fromSFGATE
5 days ago

What's Behind New Jersey's Eminent Domain Push?

"It is blatantly illegal, improper, and violates the United States Constitution, as well as numerous New Jersey laws and case law," the church's attorney, Harvey York, told NJ.com.
NYC real estate
Upper West Side
fromGothamist
1 week ago

Section of East River Park reopens after being lifted to fight floods

The East River Park has reopened as part of a $1.5 billion flood protection project for Manhattan.
#high-speed-internet
#real-estate
fromSFGATE
1 week ago
Silicon Valley real estate

Billionaire Charles Schwab Inspires Son To Build Stunning Surf Community in Mexico-Where He's Already Sold $60 Million Worth of Homes

fromSFGATE
1 week ago
Silicon Valley real estate

Billionaire Charles Schwab Inspires Son To Build Stunning Surf Community in Mexico-Where He's Already Sold $60 Million Worth of Homes

fromMiami Herald
1 week ago

After a four-month closure, this Metrorail station has finally reopened

The Coconut Grove Metrorail station has reopened after enhancements, including renovations for safety and functionality, making it more inviting for riders.
Renovation
fromSFGATE
2 weeks ago

A cursed Calif. Egyptian-themed waterpark became a rave venue until burning down

"I didn't go home until 6 a.m. the next day. We just came to have a good time, enjoy the music and the vibes and make new friends."
NYC music
#coastal-rail-trail
Music production
fromFast Company
2 weeks ago

How libraries are becoming launchpads for music careers

Public libraries are evolving into dynamic community hubs for creative support and workforce development.
The Blast Music program empowers local artists and enhances community cultural engagement.
fromPadailypost
2 weeks ago

Repairs to decrepit parking lots won't start until 2027 - mayor's not happy about that

"That parking lot looks like government doesn't exist. It just seems like a lot of delay," said Mayor Drew Combs regarding the deteriorated condition of lots 7 and 8.
Mission District
New York City
fromTime Out New York
2 weeks ago

These two NY landmarks are at risk of disappearing

Two New York landmarks are at risk of disappearing, highlighting the importance of preservation for community and cultural identity.
fromArchDaily
2 weeks ago

El Campestre Recreational Park Complex & Community Development Center / CCA Centro de Colaboracion Arquitectonica + Bernardo Quinzanos

The project revitalizes public life in Jalpa de Méndez by transforming and improving key public spaces, fostering community interaction and local economic development.
Renovation
fromAustin Monitor
2 weeks ago

City opens $5 million grant round for anti-displacement work - Austin Monitor

Housing Department staff explained that the current $5 million solicitation is the final portion of a $15.9 million allocation for fiscal years three through five of the Community Initiated Solutions (CIS) program.
Online Community Development
#youth-sports
fromDodger Blue
3 weeks ago
LA Dodgers

Kershaw's Challenge & LADF Unveiling New Dodgers Dreamfields At Jim Thorpe Park

The Dodgers Dreamfields program aims to provide safe spaces for youth in underserved communities through refurbished baseball and softball fields.
fromThe Oaklandside
4 weeks ago
East Bay (California)

How an Oakland Roots and Soul mural project caused 'heartburn,' then cured it

Community initiative aims to create soccer fields in Oakland to serve local youth and promote cultural engagement.
LA Dodgers
fromDodger Blue
3 weeks ago

Kershaw's Challenge & LADF Unveiling New Dodgers Dreamfields At Jim Thorpe Park

The Dodgers Dreamfields program aims to provide safe spaces for youth in underserved communities through refurbished baseball and softball fields.
East Bay (California)
fromThe Mercury News
3 weeks ago

Bay Area Ridge Trail adds 14 scenic miles near San Jose for hiking, biking, horse riding

A new 14.1-mile section of the Bay Area Ridge Trail enhances outdoor access and connects communities across the Bay Area.
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

Former mob killer leaves crime behind to become New Jersey councilman

"I was a top earner for John Gotti, but now I want to turn my life around and help Englishtown thrive, steering youth away from crime."
NYC politics
Renovation
fromsilive
3 weeks ago

New $92 million recreation center for Staten Island delayed: Here's why

A previously unmapped street has delayed the opening of a new recreation center in Staten Island from late 2025 to spring 2026.
East Bay food
fromABC7 San Francisco
3 weeks ago

170 Oakland small businesses receive grants totaling $2.2M to stay and thrive

The East Bay Community Foundation's financial support is critical for the survival and growth of small businesses in Oakland.
#local-business
Portland food
fromsfist.com
3 weeks ago

Notable Humans: Record-Breaking Bay FC Women's Soccer Star Empowers Youth

Racheal Kundananji empowers Zambian youth through her legacy foundation and sports advocacy.
fromwww.housingwire.com
1 month ago

Trump budget outlines proposed cuts to rental assistance

The proposed $26.7 billion cut to rental assistance programs could create a massive homelessness crisis and threaten the stability of real estate reliant on Housing Choice Vouchers.
NYC politics
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