Archive for tag: Land Use & Development
Ten Highlights from the First Day of Rail~Volution
TLC is at the national Rail~Volution conference in Dallas, speaking about strategic campaigns to build support for multimodal transportation. What ideas about rethinking streets, transportation systems, and use of public space had attendees and presenters buzzing on day one?
Minneapolis Considers Parking Reform for Transit-Oriented Developments
Easing residential parking requirements where good transit is available is common sense.
TLC Supports Met. Council’s Proposed Shift to More Travel Options & Growth in Walkable Communities
Opponents, however, are pressuring the Council to return to the policies of the last 50 years.
Saint Paul Looks to Transit-Oriented Development Opportunities
TLC talks with Saint Paul's Gary Leavitt, Transit-Oriented Development Manager, about realizing the city's TOD potential—along the Green Line and beyond.
Where We Want to Live—Now and in the Future
What makes a good neighborhood? A recent survey shows walkability on the minds of many.
Six Local Transit Projects Competing for Federal Funding
In the Twin Cities metro area, six transit projects totaling $36 million are vying for $20 million in available federal funds. Which projects rose to the top in the initial scoring process? Plus, our take on funding priorities.
Thrive MSP: Let Your Voice Be Heard on How the Region Should Grow
A recently released draft of the Metropolitan Council’s new regional development plan, called Thrive MSP, is out for public comment through the end of April.
Transportation & Urban Development
Twin Cities developers Colleen Carey and James Lehnhoff joined us to discuss the intersection of transportation, development, and livability.
Thrive MSP: Good Policy Needed to Target Regional Growth
Good transit and bikeable, walkable neighborhoods are increasingly important to a metro region’s economic future. It’s a key reason to stay tuned in to the progress on Thrive MSP.