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itineranturbanist.wordpress.com | ||
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pedestrianobservations.com
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| | | | | Five years ago, I wrote a blog post about frequency-ridership spirals, mentioning as a side comment that the impact of mass transit frequency on ridership can be lumped together with the trip time. I'd like to develop this point here, and talk about how it affects various kinds of public transportation, including intercity trains. The... | |
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www.thetransportpolitic.com
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| | | | | ยป A proposal for New York regional rail improvements. This is the second post in a two-part series by guest author Alon Levy. This part describes a proposed regional rail network. The first part ex... | |
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www.etany.org
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| | | | | With billions at stake, greater NY must now make a decision: will we lock in outdated service paradigms, or will we build the 21st-c. rail network the region needs? | |
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marketurbanism.com
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| | | [AI summary] The article discusses Houston's unique urban development model, emphasizing its lack of historic preservation constraints, ability to annex surrounding areas, and lower infrastructure costs. It highlights the city's market-based approach to urban issues, contrasting it with older cities like New York or Boston. While acknowledging Houston's progress, it notes the city still has significant walkability issues, particularly in areas like Montrose, Rice Village, and the Heights. The piece also touches on zoning regulations, minimum lot size requirements, and their impact on housing diversity. Overall, it presents Houston as a city with potential for growth and innovation but still facing challenges in creating walkable, vibrant neighborhoods. | ||
