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‘Bidenomics’: Feds Seek to Promote Commercial Conversions Into Affordable Transit-Friendly Housing

The federal government is going back to the future to help solve three problems: vacant office space, global warming and high housing costs.

October 30, 2023

Talking Headways Podcast: Real Estate Impacts at BART

One of the great assets of any transit system is its real estate — and how it's developed has a major impact on ridership and, therefore, farebox revenue.

October 12, 2023

Affordable Housing and Sustainable Communities Grants Approved

Almost $800 million for 21 projects will supply 2,552 new housing units accompanied by sustainable transportation options for residents.

August 30, 2023

Your City May Be Rethinking Parking Rules

TransForm has a guide to help you advocate for smarter parking policies that can lead to a greater housing supply

July 20, 2023

State-Funded REAP Planning Grants Aim to Support Housing and Less Driving

The grants are referred to as REAP 2.0 because they expand on an existing REAP grant program by looking for ways to integrate housing and climate goals.

July 14, 2023

Is Santa Clara—the Heart of Silicon Valley—Soulless and Banal by Intent?

Silicon Valley should look dazzling. It’s not, though. The real Silicon Valley is so dull it makes you want to climb atop the nearest standing desk and hurl yourself off headfirst.

June 28, 2023

‘Urban Doom Loop’? This Planner Says Cities Ain’t Dead Yet

“For both the nation’s leading metros and for the country as a whole, the stakes of getting this right are enormous.”

June 27, 2023

Talking Headways Podcast: Washington State Legislative Roundup

But this conversation isn't just about Washington, oh no. The issues raised are playing out nationally.

June 15, 2023