Community Development
Community Development is a key priority for local and state government agencies, focusing on improving the quality of life in communities through economic growth, housing, and social services. By fostering strong, vibrant communities, governments can address poverty, unemployment, and access to resources. This directory provides articles on community development and related topics like Economic Development, which explores strategies for job creation and attracting investments that drive regional growth.
San Francisco has increased its permitting of accessory dwelling units (ADUs) and the city’s Planning Department, Department of Building Inspection, Fire Department, San Francisco Public Utilities Commission and the Department of Public Works developed a process to expedite applications under Mayor London Breeds direction.
The National Institute of Building Sciences found that communities lagging on adoption of the 2018 International Residential Code and 2018 International Building Code risk public safety and economic losses in potential future wind and flood damage.
On the GAO’s high risk list: The federal government must release the HUD rules that would get federal disaster mitigation funding (DRRA) to the most impacted areas immediately.
The technology will help drivers be aware of pedestrians and cyclists, while warning them when a bus approaches
To curb additional losses, farmers continue to do their part by increasing efficiency as they’ve done for years
The report card is the first of what Transportation Alternatives says will be performance reviews every six months for Vision Zero
Many cities have made changes over the past year following high-profile cases in which civilians were fatally shot by officers or died in police custody
Gentrification is pushing long-term residents out of urban neighborhoods. Can collective land ownership keep prices down permanently?
As of late, Detroit has become more renowned for its creativity and nurturing of innovative thought
Divvy membership discounted to $5 annually for low-income people, under new program
SANDAG awarded a $90,000 active transportation grant to the City of Coronado to develop a comprehensive strategy to improve walking and biking amenities
Grants will allow Green Communities to advance clean energy goals for their municipalities
A recent increase in intense, sudden storms poses a threat to Japan’s capitol – one that the city’s flood protection systems may not be able to manage
The report from WRI Ross Center for Sustainable Cities includes more than 30 specific urban design recommendations for urban planners and policymakers.
Millennials and adults under 45 continue to lead the way with 68 percent opting to ride public transportation on vacation
The project includes improving transportation, creating gathering spaces and completing a market study to decide what kinds of businesses could flourish
Research suggests an increased reliance on general acute hospitals for behavioral health care and an increasing need for behavioral health services
EPA brownfields grants support jobs, property assessments in Huntington and 4 southern W. Va. counties
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