Archinect

FEBRUARY 4, 2022

9 into law in September, attempt to brush off the state’s efforts to mandate zoning that would engender an increase in multi-family residential units and affordable housing. The move is potentially foreshadowing of the ways in which local governments in California will, as predicted before Governor Gavin Newsome signed S.B.

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Santa Cruz Architect

JULY 16, 2023

The State of California has a recognized housing shortage, with the result that both Sacramento and local municipalities throughout California have made myriad recent changes to the regulations governing ADUs. What is an ADU? Bathroom and full kitchen facilities can either be shared with the rest of the home or be exclusive to the JADU.)

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Brandon Donnelly

NOVEMBER 22, 2023

Here is Wikipedia’s definition of exclusionary zoning: Exclusionary zoning is the use of zoning ordinances to exclude certain types of land uses from a given community, especially to regulate racial and economic diversity. In the United States, exclusionary zoning ordinances are standard in almost all communities.

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BD+C

AUGUST 21, 2014

have loosened zoning restrictions in recent years. Regulations Codes and Standards' Driven by New Urbanism, more than two dozen communities in the U.S. Cities are opting to use form-based codes, a concept less concerned with the use of buildings and more with their appearance and the way they relate to each other.

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BD+C

APRIL 19, 2019

Treasury Department and the Internal Revenue Service released new regulations and guidelines for investments in the 8,700 distressed or lower-income census tracts that governors across the country have designated as Opportunity Zones (OZs). On Wednesday, the U.S.

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Archinect

JULY 25, 2022

Archinect Feature: Beyond the Street: ODA Proposes a Zoning Regulation To Expand the Public Space in New York The firm is now seeking to expand by advertising over on Archinect Jobs for several roles in architecture, landscape design, and interiors.

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Archinect

MARCH 10, 2024

NYT critic Michael Kimmelman also wrote of their plight last year, declaring theirs and other opposition attempts a noble attempt at restoring the city’s history in an era defined by zoning manipulation and visible inequality.

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Archinect

SEPTEMBER 20, 2023

” Among the responsibilities for the role are conducting “thorough research on site conditions, historical context, local ecology, and zoning regulations,” and developing design proposals incorporating sustainable materials, technologies, and living species. Bilbao's Abandoibarra Master Plan by Balmori Associates.

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Archinect

FEBRUARY 10, 2023

Black churches are responding to these shifts in religiousness, population change, and lack of housing by working to change land use regulations and asking how church property can serve a different function in the community. As the religious and urban landscape changes in North America, churches have had to adapt and evolve. [.] More than 4.3

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Deezen

FEBRUARY 9, 2023

The walls were painted in different colours to add character The insertion of the four movable partitions on the building's second floor allows this open space to be transformed into three smaller multipurpose zones. Building regulations also dictated some of the design decisions, such as the need to line certain walls with plywood panels.

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Archinect

AUGUST 14, 2023

Described by the design team as an “innovative model for Southern California hillside developments ,” the residence blends an adherence to strict hillside regulations with an incorporation of the site’s natural surroundings. The lower level features a guest suite and an entertainment zone ope.

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SW Oregon Architect

NOVEMBER 19, 2023

This is not a regulated view corridor. In the context of urban planning, municipalities implement view corridors through zoning regulations, building height restrictions, and other planning measures. The city implemented regulations years ago to preserve views of the surrounding mountains and waterfront.

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Archinect

DECEMBER 20, 2022

The directive will also waive the discretionary review process of all developments not requiring zoning changes. New Los Angeles mayor Karen Bass is wasting no time dismantling the regulatory process that’s long been held up as the source and exacerbator of the city’s intertwined homelessness and affordable housing crises.

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Archinect

SEPTEMBER 27, 2022

Related on Archinect: Why is America obsessed with huge homes? Changes in demand also meant the 2010s were curtains for the possibility of building a home at less than $100,000.

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BD+C

AUGUST 21, 2014

have loosened zoning restrictions in recent years. Regulations Codes and Standards' Driven by New Urbanism, more than two dozen communities in the U.S. Cities are opting to use form-based codes, a concept less concerned with the use of buildings and more with their appearance and the way they relate to each other.

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Santa Cruz Architect

NOVEMBER 9, 2024

The latest legislative additions – AB 2533, SB 1211, and SB 1077 – will take effect on January 1, 2025, and bring significant changes to ADU regulations across the state. SB 1077: New Guidance for Coastal ADUs ADU regulations in California’s Coastal Zone have long been complex due to overlapping coastal and ADU standards.

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BD+C

AUGUST 9, 2019

With housing affordability reaching crisis proportions in many cities, local officials are implementing new zoning regulations to catalyze more home construction. It has been estimated that 20% of the variation in housing growth from one area to another can be attributed to density regulations.

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Architizer

MARCH 31, 2022

As a critical step in the City’s Climate Ready Boston Initiative, Utile led the development of Boston’s first Coastal Resilience Design Guidelines and recommendations for a citywide zoning overlay in collaboration with the Boston Planning and Development Agency. © Utile, Inc. © Utile, Inc. © Utile, Inc. © Utile, Inc. © Utile, Inc.

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SW Oregon Architect

MAY 21, 2023

By stamping and signing our drawings and specifications, I am certifying that those documents comply with applicable codes, regulations, and professional standards. This includes having a solid understanding of architectural design principles, building codes, regulations, construction techniques, and industry standards.

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Clark Richardson | Architect & Sustainability

NOVEMBER 30, 2020

For folks who have a property on Lake Austin or are thinking about buying one, understanding the ins and outs of the Lake Austin (LA) Zoning Overlay and how it relates to development is critical. SF-2 or SF-3) or have no zoning and keep their lots governed only by the LA Zoning.

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SW Oregon Architect

MAY 19, 2024

For one, Euclidean land-use regulations historically downzoned urban areas, effectively banning multifamily housing while promoting suburban sprawl. Apparently, a reason for Japan's success lies in its unusual degree of national control over zoning and building rules, which overrides local housing obstructionism. Lessons from Japan?

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Archinect

FEBRUARY 14, 2023

Situated in a compact site, the new building needs to follow strict setback regulations from the surrounding neighbors, which results in a wedge-shaped zoning envelope, narrow floor plate in the west half and deep in the east half.

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SW Oregon Architect

APRIL 9, 2022

Local zoning and land use policies have also contributed to the present dilemma. Overlay districts and Special Area Zones are not the silver bullet. They can mitigate some shortcomings of Euclidean zoning, but they also add a layer of complexity to regulations most people already have difficulty understanding.

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Architizer

AUGUST 25, 2023

It could be a win-win situation if not for the red-tape bureaucracy — local building and zoning regulations — and the technical difficulties, including structural, energy/mechanical, accessibility and fire safety upgrades, among other requirements. Zoning Regulations Image by Eloi Smith via Unsplash.

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Santa Cruz Architect

SEPTEMBER 14, 2024

In the ever-evolving world of architecture and construction, obtaining a building permit is a critical step in ensuring a project complies with local regulations, codes, and safety standards. This includes researching local regulations that pertain to setbacks, building height, lot coverage, and energy efficiency.

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Bustler

OCTOBER 22, 2024

These outdated regulations have contributed to the housing crisis by limiting the diversity and affordability of housing options. However, despite its benefits, this housing typology is largely absent in North America due to stringent building codes that mandate dual staircases for buildings above two or three stories.

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Santa Cruz Architect

DECEMBER 18, 2023

Furthermore, it aligns with zoning regulations often applied to accessory dwelling units (ADUs), offering tiny houses a potential avenue for legal placement. Reduced ceiling heights, compact stairs, and flexible loft regulations are all nods to the realities of maximizing space within tiny confines.

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Archinect

JULY 8, 2022

The scenic area covers an area of 7 square kilometers, and is the ecological "green lung" of Suzhou High-tech Zone. Moreover, the original structure of the original building was complicated and could not be demolished or modified due to the usage regulations. Baimajian Lounge is located in Suzhou Baimajian Longchi Scenic Area.

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A4 Architects

SEPTEMBER 25, 2024

Construction of Homes restricted by Zoning, Historic, & Flood Requirements Another challenge facing housing construction is the complex and often contradictory nature of zoning regulations. Zoning regulations are designed to protect the character of neighborhoods and ensure that land is used appropriately.

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Santa Cruz Architect

SEPTEMBER 14, 2024

Zoning and Regulatory Challenges Local zoning regulations and building codes will influence what you can and cannot do with your home. Before moving forward, it’s essential to research any height restrictions, setback requirements, and other regulations that may apply to your project.

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Santa Cruz Architect

FEBRUARY 20, 2022

The California Coastal Commission is a state agency with quasi-judicial regulatory oversight over land use and public access in the California coastal zone. The Coastal Zone is described as the area from the Mean High Tide Line to a distance of between a couple of hundred feet in urban areas, to up to several miles in rural areas.

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BD+C

NOVEMBER 20, 2014

New zoning regulations that encourage multifamily projects are transforming downtowns in several New Jersey cities. The zoning policy shift could produce the biggest transformation of North New Jersey’s downtowns since the arrival of malls pulled shoppers away from town centers in the 1960s and 1970s, according to NorthJersey.com.

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Community Architect Daily

MARCH 8, 2024

Suburban fight against new development in Baltimore County (Photo: Baltimore Banner) Onerous regulations have been not only been a tool of separating use, race and class for a long time, they also control how many people can live in a given space, in other words: Density. Re-zoning: The hottest trend? Fear of density, however, remains.

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Architizer

JANUARY 17, 2024

The software uses site data such as topography, flood maps and building regulations as well as additional parameters set by architects, to generate layout options for a plethora of building typologies: multi-housing projects, retail stores, hotels, industrial sites and even parking lots. Learn more and review this tool > CONIX.AI

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The Architecture Designs

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

Key to navigating this complex landscape is an understanding and adherence to building codes and regulations. Environmental regulations are another crucial aspect. Non-compliance with these regulations, especially when handling hazardous materials, can lead to significant legal repercussions.

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Dwell

MARCH 7, 2024

Rather than scalpel in renovations to meet the zoning restrictions, homeowners would demolish the existing structures wholesale. The couple was able to build 18 inches beyond what their previous zoning allowed—a difference that allows furniture to fit on their reworked deck. "It In their place went oversized McMansions.

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Dwell

NOVEMBER 22, 2023

According to a New York Times story, the program will target areas of the city where zoning permits another unit to be added, but Mayor Eric Adams will be pushing for zoning changes in other areas to encourage more density.

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