Urban Edge
Resiliency expert Harriet Tregoning offers insights for the Houston area and other cities.
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As Harris County Considers Buyouts, Experts Offer Advice
Buyouts are just one of the options on the table in Houston.
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After Harvey, How Can Houston Improve the Buyout Process?
Buyouts are a popular hazard mitigation but examples from across the country offer innovative ways to improve the process.
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At a recent discussion with Houston city and civic leaders, a look back at the 2015 general plan shows some movement, but much more to go.
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Book on the Texas Gulf Coast Offers ‘Texan Plan’
The Texas Gulf Coast is one of the least regulated of U.S. coastal areas, but one expert offers market solutions for its future.
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