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As City Detect focuses on enhancing urban development, we ask: What's essential for a thriving community? Is it affordable housing, clean environments, safety measures, or accessible amenities? Share your thoughts below on how data-driven insights can uplift these elements for vibrant neighborhoods! #citydetect #insights #connectedcities #thrivingcommunities #communitydevelopment #blight2beauty

"What is a Friendly Neighborhood?" by Ayush Basu Sengupta dives into the dynamics of friendly neighborhoods, highlighting their profound impact on residents' well-being and community cohesion. By examining various studies, the article underscores the benefits of close-knit communities, including reduced loneliness, increased happiness, and practical support networks. Moreover, it delves into the factors that distinguish friendly neighborhoods, such as affable neighborly ties, accessible public spaces, and inclusive urban design. Read the whole article in the latest issue 08 of the Planning Times Magazine. Subscribe our Quarterly Magazine and never miss an update. #planner #neighborhood #friendly #planning #social #urban #public #crime #cohesion #community

This rule is great but needs to be refined. A portion of these major streets (guessing 20%) are not really major such as Royal York Rd. But Islington Ave and Kipling Ave are fine. Some streets like Martingrove are major in some areas but side street in other areas. We need a more objective measure to allow the more quiet residential streets to be removed. Of the new rules apply to 80% of the streets now deemed major, and removed est. 20% from the change, you would get a very strong buy in. On these lessor streets encourage multiple townhouse dwellings to increase density, but not alter the characteristics of the area.

I really like Paul Kalbfleisch’s perspective. As we continue the power shift from multilateral organizations (looking more impotent almost daily) and national governments (less and less representative of their populations) - we are seeing a rise of municipalities. And even the emergence of “municipal superpowers”. This is not to be understood as a rehash of the second half of the twentieth century (bi-polar) or the first decade of the twenty-first (uni-polar) - but as a collective, multi-polar network solving the world’s most pressing challenges. A big part of this - and what will amount to a reframing of leadership - is how we care for each other (Compassion) and how we experience play together (Joy). We (humanity) are doing a fairly good job of ruining it for our children and future heirs…we can do SOOOO much better…we have to.

Communities and urban movements are transforming our cities! 🧑🤝🧑 ✊ Throughout #UrbanOctober we will be sharing the voices of those working for their communities, especially those whose voices have been historically unheard in city planning and decision-making 👉 Let’s put their lived experience and collective power at the core of cities’ plans and spaces! Find out more - https://lnkd.in/eDbT254P #UrbanJustice #UrbanOctober #WorldHabitatDay #WorldCitiesDay

🌆 What does it take to create flourishing cities and ensure the happiness of their citizens? This thought-provoking article by Gergő Pap explores the pivotal role of development and growth in shaping vibrant urban communities. Check it out and gain valuable insights into the dynamics of urban development👇 🏙️ #UrbanGrowth #CommunityDevelopment #Youth4Regions

Why care about urban planning? It is much more than the organization of our physical and social spaces. It is much more than making people feel safe in space (although should be a priority). It is much more than creating convenient access to goods and services in your community. It is about finding ways to highlight and nurture the cultures that make our places unique. This is what will lead to sustainable community connection, which contributes to health and well-being of our society long term. What else do you feel is important to consider when planning our cities and towns for better human connection? #urbanplanning #placesforpeople #urbandesign

If you are interested in publishing an #openaccess article on Transportation planning & policy, mobilities, geographies, Community Development, etc. Please think about submitting it to one of the NEW sections just introduced to the journal Urban, Planning and Transportation Research! Till Koglin, Regina Salvador, Romina Rodela, Brian Fath

New Lexicon - Unhoused Cities need to deal with housing shortages and recognize that a place to live is a basic human right. Policies and socially conscious design can help the unhoused to find new modes of inhabitation, re-evaluating the concept of home and bolstering vulnerable people’s ability to sustain housing. Check it out at: https://lnkd.in/dbJ3XZPQ

Building High-Rises with Citizen Voices Urban development and planning play crucial roles in shaping the future of our cities. As high-rise buildings become increasingly common, it is essential to consider the impact on local communities and involve citizens in the decision-making process. #citizenparticipation #urbandevelopment #highrisebuildings