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[ianfulgar]

The best way to plan a city is to start with parks. . .

[fulgararchitects]

The so-called "invisible wall" dividing Manaus and the Amazon Rainforest symbolizes human encroachment on precious natural habitats. Some see progress, others destruction. Can we genuinely thrive at the expense of Mother Earth? The struggle for balance continues.

[nyc-urbanism]

Hugh Ferris' 1922 zoning drawings showing the "Evolution of the Set-back Building." The 1916 zoning resolution required setbacks and restricted skyscrapers to a percentage of the lot size opposed to a specific height. Previously skyscrapers could rise straight up from the street with no height limits. The drawings were intended to help architects understand the rules of the zoning resolution and provided a model for the shaping a building that would use the maximum mass permitted by the zoning law. Ferris' drawings were widely published, including an article in the New York Times. He helped to inspire architects develop the new modern tower that would become the standard for 1930s setback, wedding cake, Art-Deco New York skyscrapers. This year marks the centennial of New York City's 1916 zoning resolution. #zoning #cityplanning #1916zoningresolution #setbackskyscraper #skyscraper #hughferris #nyczoning #cityplanning #modernism #artdeco #skyscraper #architecture (at Tribeca, New York City) https://www.instagram.com/p/Cqa-FXzOPRx/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

[zeynepom3r]

🏙️ The Future of Cities is Sustainable! 🌱

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[mapwithjennie]

Using GIS for smart city planning: From Traffic management to Green Spaces

Introduction 

In the era of modern urbanization, cities are grappling with challenges such as traffic congestion, environmental pollution and smart city planners have emerged a solution by leveraging GIS technology which has become an indispensable tool in this transformation by enabling city  planners to visualize, analyze and optimize urban systems. GIS has revolutionized how cities are planned and managed.

Traffic Management: Tacking Congestion with GIS

Step1: Upload GIS Data

Go to the GIS Data and select your area of interest by searching in the search box and apply.

Now from the “other layer” select what layers you need (for exampleTransport: Road, Parks, buildings etc.) and click on the “Add on Map” button to appear on the screen. 

To customize the layer click on the “Action” button and select “edit layers” and change the colors, icons, radius and opacity according to your Legends. 

Step2: Add Buffer Tool  

Go to the Processing Data button and select Buffer Tool now select the layers and set the radius to 2000 meters and Convert.

Step3: Share and Publish

Finally, we can share and publish our  map in public or private with stakeholders. MapOG’s collaboration features allow you to gather feedback and make real-time updates, ensuring everyone is on the same page.

Conclusion

Green spaces are essential for improving air quality, reducing urban heat, and enhancing the well-being of residents. GIS plays a crucial role in identifying suitable locations for parks, urban forests, and community gardens. By analyzing factors such as population density, land use, and environmental conditions, tools like MAPOG help planners allocate green spaces effectively. GIS also supports community engagement, allowing citizens to participate in the planning process and ensuring that green spaces meet local needs.

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Understanding California AB 891: Enhancing Street Safety with Quick-Build Infrastructure

AB 891 is authored by Assemblymember Zbur. It will empower communities to rapidly transform streets with quick-build projects. These projects add safety infrastructure like protected bike lanes and planter boxes. These projects will reduce crashes and enhance connectivity and street safety for California communities. Summary: Existing law establishes the Department of Transportation and…

[jacksonvillelandclear]

Discover cost-effective strategies to reduce land development expenses in Jacksonville, FL, without compromising quality. To learn how to optimize resources, streamline processes, and maximize your budget for successful land projects visit https://www.jacksonvillelandclearing.com/post/how-to-reduce-land-development-expenses-in-jacksonville-fl-without-compromising-quality

[landcleaningusa123]

Discover why professional ground clearing services are essential for land development. Ensure safe, efficient, and eco-friendly site preparation with expert clearing solutions. To learn more services visit https://mississippilandclearing.net/2025/02/08/why-professional-ground-clearing-services-are-essential-for-land-development/

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[southcarolinalandclearing]

Stay informed about South Carolina's new environmental guidelines for land development. Learn what to expect and how these changes will impact your projects. Read our latest blog for key insights https://southcarolinalandclearing.com/what-to-expect-from-south-carolinas-new-environmental-guidelines-for-land-development/

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[ianfulgar]

The so-called "invisible wall" dividing Manaus and the Amazon Rainforest symbolizes human encroachment on precious natural habitats. Some see progress, others destruction. Can we genuinely thrive at the expense of Mother Earth? The struggle for balance continues.

[newsjet]

Shenzhen China Wins “World Smart City Awards – City Award”, Enabling Service Requests to Be as Transparent and Trackable as Online Shopping

BARCELONA, SPAIN (ARAB NEWSWIRE) — On November 6, Central European Time, at the 2024 Smart City Expo World Congress (SCEWC) held in Barcelona, Shenzhen stood out from 429 candidate cities from 64 countries and regions to win the World Smart City Awards, demonstrating China’s extraordinary strength and potential in building smart cities. Centered on the theme of “building a new smart city benchmark, making city smarter and life better”, the “comprehensive solution for building a smart city” tendered by Shenzhen integrates the city’s people-oriented concept of smart city construction, and provides several highlight cases. The jury committee believes that Shenzhen has comprehensively demonstrated its innovation outcomes and excellent solutions in key areas such as enabling technology, transportation, energy and environment, governance, industry and economy, livability and inclusiveness, safety and emergency response, infrastructure and construction, and created an intelligent and humanistic digitalized city by its unique urban construction philosophy, foundation and landscape.

With respect to social governance, to address the daily troubles of citizens, guarantee unimpeded channels for expressing demands, coordinating interests and safeguarding the rights and interests of citizens, and well handle all formalities, Shenzhen started a comprehensive service reform pertinent to people’s demands in 2022 to integrate a total of 537 demand expressing channels, and set up the platform of “@Shenzhen—express channel for people’s demands”, so that the masses can report their demands in a more efficient and convenient way. In addition, the platform provides the entire handling process in a real-time manner, making it as visible and traceable as the online shopping process. Over the past several years, the platform has handled more than 37 million cases, with timely response to around 90% of the appeals, gaining an overall satisfaction rate of over 99%.

MEDIA CONTACT: Shanghai Tomorrow City & Ent.Dev. Co., Ltd. +86 13917563251 http://www.smartcityexpo.com/

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[greenvillager]

Fruit For Thought: Urban Trees in 2020s America

The truth behind urban tree planting 🌳 Why do cities prefer male trees, and how does it impact sustainability and allergies? 🌱🌆 #UrbanTrees #Sustainability #CityPlanning #GreenCities #TreePlanting 

Cities throughout the U.S. and beyond have been making a consistent effort to line sidewalks, medians, and other vacant areas with trees. This brings shade and sustainability to otherwise pollution-dominated places. Let’s have a closer look at the decision making behind these developments: Transparency After researching this topic in cities around the east coast, I can confirm that most of them…

[tennesseelandclearing]

Explore the latest eco-friendly trends in green land development in Tennessee and learn about how sustainable practices, conservation efforts, and innovative technologies are shaping the future of land development in the state. To know about latest trends https://tennesseelandclearing.net/green-land-development-eco-friendly-trends-in-tennessee/

[jacksonvillelandclear]

Explore the future of land development in Jacksonville with insights on emerging trends and opportunities. Discover how property owners can capitalize on sustainable practices and market growth for long-term success. To know the key points visit https://www.jacksonvillelandclearing.com/post/the-future-of-land-development-in-jacksonville-trends-and-opportunities-for-property-owners