Tag: Urban Planning
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Trump’s Golden Arc Plan: A Monumental Expansion of the Arc de Trump
Overview: A Monumental Idea Reimagined Donald Trump, the former president who remains a powerful force in American politics, is once again making headlines with a bold architectural project. Reports indicate plans to construct a towering, gold-clad arc in the Washington, D.C. area that would echo Paris’s Arc de Triomphe while taking its own distinctive shape…
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Edmonton Councillor Leads Push to Revisit Restrictive Covenants to Fight Alberta Food Deserts
Edmonton Councillor Targets Restrictive Covenants in Fight Against Food Deserts Edmonton is once again turning its attention to how land-use rules may be contributing to food deserts across Alberta. City councillor Michael Janz is set to introduce a motion at city hall that would compel Mayor Andrew Knack to advocate for a provincial rethinking of…
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Edmonton Councillor Pushes Alberta to Revisit Restrictive Covenants to Fight Food Deserts
Policy Restart: Reassessing Restrictive Covenants to Tackle Food Deserts Edmonton is reviving a long-running debate over how land-use rules, particularly restrictive covenants, shape the availability of groceries in Alberta. City councillor Michael Janz is preparing to table a motion that would pressure provincial leaders to revisit these covenants and their impact on access to healthy…
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Edmonton Councillor Pushes to Revisit Restrictive Covenants to Combat Alberta Food Deserts
Edmonton calls for provincial action on restrictive covenants and food deserts Edmonton is intensifying its push to change how restrictive covenants affect access to affordable, nutritious food. City councillor Michael Janz has signaled plans to introduce a motion at the upcoming city hall meeting that would urge Mayor Andrew Knack to lobby the province for…
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A Million Jobs at Risk: Britain’s Driverless Car Revolution and the Fallout Ahead
Introduction: The looming driverless era The prospect of driverless cars transforming Britain has moved from the realm of sci‑fi headlines to a serious policy and economic debate. Advocates argue autonomous vehicles could slash road congestion, lower costs, and reshape mobility for millions. Critics warn of mass job losses, disrupted public transport funding, and a cascade…
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A Million Drivers, One Future: Britain’s Driverless Car Revolution
Introduction: A transformative moment on Britain’s roads Projections of a driverless car future have shifted from speculative talk to a pressing policy debate. The automation of driving could touch almost every corner of the UK economy—from employment and housing to transport networks and local businesses. As fleets of autonomous vehicles (AVs) begin to appear in…
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LaDMA Rezones Kpeshie Lagoon Enclave After Mass Demolition Sparks Debate
Policy shift targets Kpeshie Lagoon buffer zone for housing The La Dade-Kotopon Municipal Assembly (LaDMA) has signaled a major policy shift by proposing to rezone portions of the Kpeshie Lagoon buffer zone for residential development. The move follows a wave of demolitions in the enclave, aimed at clearing space for housing and related infrastructure. The…
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LaDMA Plans Rezoning Kpeshie Lagoon Enclave Amid Mass Demolition Controversy
Overview: A Bold Policy Shift in Accra The La Dade-Kotopon Municipal Assembly (LaDMA) has announced a controversial decision to rezone portions of the Kpeshie Lagoon buffer zone for residential development. The move comes amid a wave of mass demolitions in the area, as authorities push to address housing demand and urban renewal. The policy shift…
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LaDMA Plans Rezoning of Kpeshie Lagoon Buffer Zone for Housing: Implications for Environment and Urban Growth
Overview: A New Chapter in LaDMA’s Urban Policy The La Dade-Kotopon Municipal Assembly (LaDMA) has announced a policy shift that could reshape the Kpeshie Lagoon area. The proposed plan seeks to rezone parts of the lagoon’s buffer zone for residential development, a move that would potentially unlock housing opportunities while raising questions about environmental safeguards…
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Saving a Parking Spot After a Snowstorm: A Public Dilemma in City Life
Introduction: The Frustration Behind the Freeze When a city digs out after a heavy snowfall, minutes can feel like hours. For many residents, the fight for a coveted curb space becomes more than a nuisance—it’s a social test of fairness, patience, and community norms. The age-old question remains: should a person be allowed to save…