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Recent stories about housing
Regional collaboration still desired, despite Edmonton Global exodus: Knack
Although several municipalities have left Edmonton Global, mayors in the metro region remain dedicated to regional economic development rather than going their own way, says Edmonton Mayor Andrew Knack.
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Edmonton's zoning reforms, partnerships draw praise at housing symposium
While Edmonton's zoning reforms, collaborative housing programs, and modern construction methods are earning national praise, the city still struggles to meet the growing demand for affordable housing.
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A moment in history: Dec. 12, 1979
On this day in 1979, the city's plan for naming the roads in Riverbend's new neighbourhoods came to light.
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Heritage experts suggest residents pursue preservation
Heritage experts who spoke during a Taproot Exchange event said Edmonton's future will include infill but that keeping people on board will mean being sensitive to the character of mature neighbourhoods.
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How Edmonton is managing infill garbage-cart creep
The city is adapting how it collects waste from infill housing to address concerns about alleyways becoming cluttered with garbage carts.
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Groups target turning character homes into co-ops to protect neighbourhood heritage
Some residents of mature Edmonton neighbourhoods are working to create ways to preserve the character of their neighbourhoods by converting older homes into co-op housing.
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Warehouse Park begins mission to activate downtown with opening celebrations
The City of Edmonton is preparing to open the 1.81-hectare O-day'min Park on Nov. 7, with events planned until Nov. 16 at the new facility.
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Warehouse Park, other incentives spur up to 1,800 housing units downtown
Several developers say the "black hole" created by the many surface parking lots that surround Warehouse Park downtown is finally set to change, with up to 1,800 housing units proposed.
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Edmonton city council passed big decisions and final motions before ending its term
The 2021-2025 council has met for the final time, and the official campaign period for the municipal election on Oct. 20 has begun. But before calling it a day, the current council tackled several big policy changes, agreements, and final motions that may get lost in the election campaign.
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