Does the need for housing in New York spell the end of the gardens in garden apartments
A developer in Queens, NY is removing the gardens in his garden apartments and replacing it with more apartments."When residents of the complex, Bowne Trees, received news of the plan to build four four-story apartment buildings in the courtyard, there was both the expected outrage and the expected reply: surely, they complained to elected officials, this must be illegal. They cited not only the loss of open space, but also the potential for blocked access for firefighters and emergency crews. But it turns out that the owner of the complex, Suzuki Associates, which bought Bowne Trees in 1998, was well within its rights under zoning laws, according to city officials. Now, politicians and local civic leaders are concerned that the project could spur development on hundreds of city courtyards."
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FULL STORY: Owner Takes the Garden Out of Garden Apartments to Add Housing
Manufactured Crisis: Losing the Nation’s Largest Source of Unsubsidized Affordable Housing
Manufactured housing communities have long been an affordable housing option for millions of people living in the U.S., but that affordability is disappearing rapidly. How did we get here?
Americans May Be Stuck — But Why?
Americans are moving a lot less than they once did, and that is a problem. While Yoni Applebaum, in his highly-publicized article Stuck, gets the reasons badly wrong, it's still important to ask: why are we moving so much less than before?
Using Old Oil and Gas Wells for Green Energy Storage
Penn State researchers have found that repurposing abandoned oil and gas wells for geothermal-assisted compressed-air energy storage can boost efficiency, reduce environmental risks, and support clean energy and job transitions.
Greening Oakland’s School Grounds
With help from community partners like the Trust for Public Land, Oakland Unified School District is turning barren, asphalt-covered schoolyards into vibrant, green spaces that support outdoor learning, play, and student well-being.
California Governor Suspends CEQA Reviews for Utilities in Fire Areas
Utility restoration efforts in areas affected by the January wildfires in Los Angeles will be exempt from environmental regulations to speed up the rebuilding of essential infrastructure.
Native American Communities Prepare to Lead on Environmental Stewardship
In the face of federal threats to public lands and conservation efforts, indigenous groups continue to model nature-centered conservation efforts.
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