Community Development
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Lehigh University boosts Lehigh Valley impact in 2026
In FY 2023–24, Lehigh University injected an astonishing $376.
What is Local Historic Designation and Why Does It Matter?
National Register Historic Districts, despite their prestigious title, provide no protections from demolition or inappropriate development by private property owners.
Santa Monica's Tourism Boom Threatens Neighborhoods, But a Solution Exists.
Despite generating an estimated $917 million in annual spending for its local economy, Santa Monica faces a projected structural General Fund operating deficit of $29.
Role of Neighborhood Associations in Oklahoma City
In Oklahoma City, local neighborhood groups, often dismissed as mere social clubs, are demonstrably boosting resident engagement with city hall and improving overall community contentment.
Neighborhoods Can't Balance History and Modernity Without Comprehensive Plans
In Excelsior, Minnesota, a proposal to redevelop the historic Dock Cinema property has sparked a heated debate, not over whether to preserve history, but over how much of it can be sacrificed for futu
Red Line extension breaks ground on Chicago's South Side
On April 24, the Chicago Transit Authority broke ground on a 5.5-mile Red Line extension.
How to Choose a Neighborhood: Financial Stability and Hidden Costs
In some predominantly Black neighborhoods, residents may pay significantly higher auto insurance premiums than those in predominantly white areas, even if their driving records are identical, accordin
What Is the Role of Neighborhood Associations in Community Development?
Average community event meeting attendance and engagement have dropped in recent years, signaling a quiet crisis for local civic life.
What Are the Benefits of Walkability in Urban Planning?
While a new park might seem like a simple amenity, it can quietly add millions to nearby commercial property values.