Walkability

Planning for Houston’s Future

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.

Perspective: From the Notebook of Pedestrian Pete

A lifetime thinking about his hometown and beautiful spaces across the world led him to believe in the power of place.

Remembering Pedestrian Pete

Irascible, ornery, unconventional, Pedestrian Pete pushed Houston to be better and embrace walkable urbanism.

How Can We Make Sprawling Houston Feel Urban and Walkable?

Why the city needs to revisit the city-wide code.

Los Angeles Program Pays Homeowners to Repair Sidewalks

More than 1,000 people have applied for the program that helps homeowners share sidewalk costs with the city.

In Houston, Those Crosswalk Buttons Actually Do Something

You push the button to cross the street. Then what?

In Houston, Walking For Health and Change

The local branch of GirlTrek brings together black women to do a deceptively simple thing: walk.

Architecture Firm Proposes 'Urban Trellis' to Reinvigorate Pierce Elevated

From freeway to park, it could be the perfect embodiment of a bold new Houston.

Is A Walkable Houston Possible?

Advocates say yes, but Houston has some significant challenges to face.

Houston Has Long Been A Car City. Today, Residents Are Seeking Something Else.

More than half of survey respondents say they'd prefer to live in a mixed-use area rather than a community dominated by single-family homes.

New Report Urges More Sidewalks, Less Parking in Houston

Houstonians complain about traffic all the time, but in a new report, they offer solutions.

With Bus Rapid Transit, El Paso Takes Steps Toward New Vision

Don't look now, but El Paso is positioning itself to be the next big place for transit.

Report Sheds Light on Walkability Momentum in Houston

The future of walkable urbanism in the U.S. will depend on places like Houston, Los Angeles and Miami, which have made great strides -- but still have a long way to go, according to a new study.

6 Ways to Make Downtown Houston More Pedestrian Friendly

Urban planner Jeff Speck told city officials exactly what they need to do to make downtown more walkable.

John Norquist: It's Time to Tear Down Houston's Pierce Elevated

One of the country's foremost advocates for tearing down freeways says it's time for Houston's Pierce Elevated to go.