Top 5 Recent Stories (October 14-October 18)
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1. It’s Not Just Parking Minimums That Can Shrink
by Doug Bojack | October 11, 2019
Many thoughtful urbanists want to #endparkingminimums. We do too. But there’s something else we can address. It’s a relatively small change that can have a big impact…and it could be a good first step to getting rid of parking minimums altogether.
by Charles Marohn | October 14, 2019
The most brilliant innovations in building cities are already embodied in the traditional development pattern, a foolproof approach to creating resilient and productive places that was developed the hard way.
3. The March of Build-It-And-They-Will-Come Suburbia
by Daniel Herriges | October 16, 2019
The problem with new American suburbs isn’t a "lack of planning" or “uncontrolled growth” or “inadequate infrastructure.” The problem is a lack of basic financial solvency.
by Preston Pouteaux | October 15, 2019
An unusual cultural practice in the Netherlands reveals the benefits of seeing your neighborhood…and being seen by it.
5. Strong Towns Member Leads a DIY Value Per Acre Analysis
by Jacob Moses | October 14, 2019
Strong Towns member Andrew Kelsey shares how you can create a value per acre analysis for your city or town—no matter your skill level.
Top photo via Angelo DeSantis.