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Urban Design 101: Walkability

Sometimes the smallest design details can add up to make the largest difference when it comes to urban...
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Redevelopment Strategies: "Niching"

Niching (pronounced "Nee Shing") is a powerful form of Clustering that is employed both intentionally...
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Smart Meters Come to Downtown Jacksonville

Back in 2006, Metro Jacksonville pushed the City Council, the JEDC, and the Public Parking Division to...
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The Qualities of a Great Street

Great streets are created by a mix of characteristics in a compact setting that is well integrated into...
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Built to Last: CNU Video Winner

The Congress for the New Urbanism (CNU), the leading international organization promoting walkable, neighborhood-based...
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Annie Lytle demolition back on track?

If developers Doug Milne and Carlton Jones have their way with Council's LUZ committee today, Jacksonville...
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Mayor John Peyton: Investing in Jacksonville's Future

Mayor John Peyton's complete presentation "Investing in Jacksonville's Future" outlines his focus for...
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Lerner Shops Demolished Downtown

Despite being featured by the Content Design Group's 'Urban Facelift Project' as a neglected structure...
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Recreating Jacksonville: The Urban Facelift Project

The Urban Facelift project, by the Content Design Group, showcases the potential of under-appreciated...
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Forgotten Jacksonville: Julia Street

Despite being in the heart of downtown, within a block of three skyway stations, and serving as a direct...
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