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Changes may again be coming to Downtown parking laws, but this time it could be the final nail in the coffin for the few remaining businesses.
Read MoreAn Argument for Maximum Setbacks
Should we change our setback laws to encourage the long term development of a walkable community?
Read MoreJackson Square Controversy Brewing
Opposition is brewing in San Marco concerning the impact of Jacksonville's latest proposed transit oriented development. Can common ground be found between opposing sides?
Read MoreCan Jacksonville become a Sustainable Community?
This April 2005 presentation by the Treasure Coast Regional Planning Council serves as an open and shut case as to why we need and how to create a walkable community.
Read MoreThe Components of a Healthy Neighborhood
According to a recent USA Today article, public health researches have identified neighborhood features that can make it easier or harder to pratice healthy behaviors.
Read MoreQuality of Life in Jacksonville
The Jacksonville Community Council has released a Quality of Life report that highlights some of the critical factors affecting the future of Jacksonville.
Read MoreAre we prepared for an oil crisis?
How does Jacksonville stack up when compared with the 50 largest U.S. cities in a recent study on areas best able to cope with high oil prices?
Read MoreDuval County Courthouse: Still stumbling in the Dark
$350 million finally approved, a third design team hired and four years later, the questions raised in this letter to our city officials still remain unanswered.
Read MoreMemorial Day brings $4 gas to Jacksonville
This Memorial Day brings record gas prices to Jacksonville. Are the citizens of Jacksonville now more willing to embrace walking, biking, and public transit?
Read MoreRedefining the Mall in the name of Urbanism
Metro Jacksonville attempts to clear up the local media's misconceptions about the characteristics of malls, lifestyle centers, the concept of new urbanism and their impact on the First Coast.
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