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Possible zoning change sparks debate

Zoning carries a high importance in the developing a community. It sets the standard as to how a community will look in the present and the near future. Many times people do not notice how important it is for a community to have a sense of order or style when it comes to building. Zoning…

Robert Moses and Jane Jacobs both had visions when it came to the concept of Urban Planning for New York City. The two had different views and ideas as to how New York City should be constructed. Moses was behind the concept of expressways, which displaced many people during the time of him being the city’s “Master Builder”.  He envisioned that New York would be a city that was built for driving. With the idea of expressways, this created revenue from the tolls. Although the tolls brought in…

There is an ongoing debate as to if help should go to distressed places or distressed people. There are many communities that are struggling due to lack of resources and funds to finance the area. On the other had there are communities that are financially stable enough to support themselves. In a article titled “People or Place?” takes a look into both sides to see if there is a correct route to take. Many factors can contribute to whether or not a place should be helped, or a…