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A morning read to consider: yes - absolutely, the importance of parks should never be diminished. Many of our Neighbourhood Plan clients are town, parish and community councils who maintain these wonderful community assets themselves and are keen to see good quality, nature-friendly, design when new parks are built as part of development. Spending some time thinking about what open green space should be provided when new sites are developed is best done at a very local level, with the people who know the area, and what is needed, best. https://lnkd.in/eteryp89

As we step into the New Year, Treveth is delighted to share an update on the ongoing works at St Anthony Gardens. These improvements are now well underway, and we’re on track to complete them by mid-to-late Spring 2025. Here’s what’s happening in the gardens: 👍 Retaining most of the original walls and relocating the iconic archway to a more accessible spot ✅ Introducing British Standard-compliant access routes for all users 🌊 Enhancing seating and enjoyment of views across both bays 👥 Creating event spaces and lawns for community activities and wellbeing 🎳 Adding two boules courts 🌷 Revitalising planting to increase biodiversity ⛲️ Reinstating the existing fountain for it to be fully operational Once the gardens are complete, we’ll begin the next phase of the project—transforming the former Taylor’s Garage site at Coinagehall Street into a vibrant mixed-use development of homes and business spaces. After working closely with the local community to gather feedback and amend proposals, this regeneration will include: 🏡 36 new homes: 11 affordable homes (including shared ownership) 16 open market rental homes for locals 9 open market sale homes (restricted to prevent holiday lets) 🏢 7 business spaces to support local enterprises. 🌱 The works on the gardens and surrounding public spaces have been supported by Future High Street Funding, and in line with Treveth’s ethos, the development will feature low-carbon technologies to reduce running costs for residents and businesses. We’ll keep you updated on progress throughout the year. #Treveth #Regeneration #Penzance #CommunityFirst #SustainableLiving

Spotlight On: Brandon Hembree, Mayor, City of Sugar Hill 3 min read October 2024 — Brandon Hembree, mayor of the city of Sugar Hill, sat down with #Focus: to discuss Sugar Hill’s value proposition to the Metro #Atlanta area, the importance of active prioritization of #green spaces and #recreational areas, tackling low inventory of affordable #housing and more. READ MORE: https://lnkd.in/g2aXHDYv

There is a tenure shift in the UK moving more towards rental and away from ownership. Interesting discussion around how this is being addressed, the need for the planning system to catch up and the role of Build to Rent in Garden Communities. Building Garden Communities Conference #BuildtoRent

𝗖𝗥𝗘𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗔 𝗖𝗢𝗠𝗠𝗨𝗡𝗜𝗧𝗬 𝗣𝗔𝗥𝗞: What do you do with 5-10 acres of idle land if you don't want to sell or farm it? Create a community park. Not a mini-park. This is where a Master Plan comes in. What is it? It's a vision board for your park. A Master Plan is more than just a blueprint, it's a community bond. Picture this: • A small lake for fishing • Playgrounds for the kids • Walking trails, and outdoor exercise equipment for all ages • Picnic areas for family gatherings • A stage for outdoor concerts or performances • A community garden, and maybe even a farmer's market 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗽𝗼𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗯𝗶𝗹𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗲𝘀 𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝗲𝗻𝗱𝗹𝗲𝘀𝘀. Creating a Master Plan doesn't have to be expensive. Here are some tips: • Collaborate with local businesses, community organizations, and city officials • Tap into grant programs for funding • Engage with landscape architects and construction companies in your area for the best deals This is your chance to turn idle land into a thriving 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗵𝘂𝗯 that brings people together. Start with a Master Plan, and watch your community grow. Check Out PodCity Small Parks Initiative (SPI) https://lnkd.in/d6i4KCED

Austin Parks Ranked No. 3 in Texas in the annual 2024 ParkScore Index by Trust for Public Land. Did you know?: -69% of residents live within a 10-minute walk of a park -Austin's investment in parks stands at $198 per capita, well above the national average of $124. -11% of our land is dedicated to parks and recreation This recognition underscores why Austin is such an attractive place to live, work, and play. Enhancing our quality of life through accessible and well-funded green spaces helps make our city a vibrant hub for businesses and families alike. Learn more: https://hubs.la/Q02Gtx6N0

The Hudson River Park, a remarkable 500-acre development extending 4 miles along Manhattan's waterfront, stands as the largest park project in Manhattan since Central Park. Created on a previously neglected and perilous area, this park has revitalized the Hudson River estuary, safeguarded maritime commerce, and provided recreational opportunities to millions, significantly boosting tourism and the city's reputation. Additionally, it has spurred economic redevelopment in neighboring districts. However, the park's future faces uncertainty without continued community engagement and a focus on public benefit. Its inception followed the collapse of the Westway project—an ambitious $2.3 billion initiative proposed in 1974 to replace deteriorating infrastructure and introduce commercial and residential spaces topped with a park. The project's failure led to a more community-focused redevelopment process starting in 1986, culminating in the establishment of the Hudson River Park by the 1998 Hudson River Park Act. Despite the initial public investment and creation of the Hudson River Park Trust to manage the park, subsequent leadership, including mayors Giuliani and Bloomberg, shifted focus towards commercial real estate development, often neglecting the park's funding needs. This approach was exemplified by the Trust's strategy to enforce self-sufficiency for the park, further endangering its financial sustainability. The Friends of Hudson River Park, a nonprofit formed in 1999, has played a crucial role in advocating for the park, raising funds, and ensuring its preservation and enhancement. Yet, recent leadership changes and legislative amendments have intensified pressures to commercialize the park, risking its integrity and public accessibility. As the park approaches its 25th anniversary amidst these challenges, there is a pressing need to reestablish a dedicated funding mechanism, such as a park improvement district, to ensure its long-term maintenance and benefit to the community. This will require renewed civic engagement and governmental commitment to protect and prioritize this vital public space. #HudsonRiverPark #ManhattanWaterfront #CommunityEngagement #PublicSpaces #UrbanGreenSpace #EnvironmentalProtection #NYCRecreation https://lnkd.in/etg8qy5R

So, we're not sure what happened on Friday to day five of our #FestiveCountdown? 🤔 We think the elves may have been playing their games or perhaps the team Christmas parties started too early 🥳 .....anyway, it's never too late to post so here goes, and we’re in Leeds with our growing team there, celebrating a great year with some fantastic highlights: 🎄 As session partners to UKREiiF, we welcomed more than 250 of our clients, collaborators and colleagues to our event at Bomba Paella as part of the fringe programme.  🎄 We shared our experience of creating resilient neighbourhoods at Climate Innovation District, the UK’s largest sustainable urban living project with fbe Leeds  🎄 We reached exciting milestones at our projects across Yorkshire, including:   - The opening of the penultimate building as part of the refurbishment of Wakefield’s Grade II* listed Rutland Mills into a creative hub, Tileyard North;   Topping out at The Store House, the new retail and student development at Briggate in Leeds  - Completing the restoration of Doncaster Corn Exchange, bringing it back to its former glory  - Sustainable housing at Ordnance Lane in York receiving the green light, a project that will deliver healthy, low carbon homes and green space for the community #Leeds #engineers #sustainability #structures #Yorkshire #transport #urbaninfrastructure #civils Leah Stuart Paul Morris Andrew Elder Billy Brand Hannah Keighley

A new development in Chiswick House with more capacity for community and educational activities.

One of the best things about where I live is the green space that our cities are intentionally preserving during development. I live a short bike ride from a 1,032-acre metro park. It’s not just a “feel-good” effort, it’s now good business. Still need proof? 📈 60% rise in new businesses in Boise after doubling park investments since 2011. 💸 Plano saves $21M annually on healthcare due to park spending. 🏢 Boston’s Rose Kennedy Greenway real estate has a 30% rent premium. 🌳 Dallas passed a $345M park initiative (Proposition B). 🏞 Plano passed an $81M Proposition B in 2021 to expand parks. 🌲Fort Worth is following suit by setting aside 10,000 acres of green space in five years. It’s exciting to see cities balancing their development needs with the benefits of nature. 🏗️❤️🌿