City Planning

3 articles

A diverse community interacting within a modern mixed-use development, highlighting the blend of residential, commercial, and green spaces.

Neighborhoods

Mixed-use developments boost urban areas, but affordability remains a challenge

One community faces a critical void in essential services.

Aaron Blake·May 29, 2026

Aerial view of a city neighborhood, illustrating the impact of zoning laws on urban development and housing diversity.

Neighborhoods

What Is Zoning and How Does It Shape Neighborhood Development?

In San Francisco, zoning laws once dictated that only members of the immediate family one generation out could live together, with the sole exception of live-in servants.

Derek Molina·May 19, 2026

An entrepreneur examining a storefront on a city street, symbolizing the impact of zoning laws on small business opportunities.

Business Spotlights

What Are Small Business Zoning Laws and Why Do They Matter?

A seemingly perfect storefront can be an illegal dream for a small business owner if local zoning laws prohibit their specific type of operation.

Marco Alvarez·May 12, 2026