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Latest Urban Edge Stories

Amid Rising Risks, Is Houston Doing Enough to Be Resilient?

The largest threat to Houston's economy is flooding, but that's not the norm around the world.
Skyline of Houston after Hurricane Harvey
News Story
: Oct 9, 2018
Hurricane Harvey, Urban Planning

PARK(ing) Day Returns to Houston, After Hurricane Harvey Cancellation Last Year

The annual event returned this week for the fourth year.
Participants interact with the Parking Day booths
News Story
: Sep 21, 2018
Urban Planning

New Report Documents Stages of Gentrification in Austin

Commissioned by the city council, a recent report considers which neighborhoods are most vulnerable to gentrification and which have already felt its impact.
New Townhomes in Austin
News Story
: Sep 19, 2018
Housing, Urban Disparity, Urban Planning

Latest Research

Planning From Inside Out: Using Community Responses to Address Transportation, Infrastructure and Safety Concerns

This report provides a more in-depth understanding of critical transportation safety issues, highlights key issues and can be used to prioritize street safety improvements.
Man riding bike along rough, muddy sidewalk
Research: Sep 24, 2018
Transportation, Urban Planning

From Close Calls to Crashes: Infrastructure Priorities to Improve Safety For People on Bikes

This report focuses on how information about daily trips can be used to improve transportation safety for bicyclists.
Man with his bike looking at the Houston skyline
Research: Aug 7, 2018
Transportation, Urban Planning

Mapping Houston Development

Mapping Houston Development
Report: May 29, 2018
Transportation, Urban Planning

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William Fulton

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Dian Nostikasari

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John Park

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Kyle Shelton

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