Future Forward: Meet a Siloam Springs City Planner
Meet Benjamin Rhoads, Senior Planner for the City of Siloam Springs
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Letters to the Editor: Rogers Zoning Code Update
In July 2024, the City of Rogers took a significant step forward by approving a complete overhaul of its Unified Development Code (UDC), setting a bold precedent for Northwest Arkansas. As housing affordability and production shortages continue to challenge the region, Rogers' updated UDC stands out with its forward-thinking approach to zoning, housing diversity, and sustainable urban development.
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Local Resources in Northwest Arkansas
Discover resources and organizations that enhance housing accessibility in Northwest Arkansas.
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Missing Middle Housing 101
Missing middle housing refers to a range of multi-unit and clustered housing types that are compatible on the scale of single-family homes but offer more housing density. It is more commonly known as the gap between single-family homes and large-scale apartments. This "middle ground" housing provides diverse housing options that increase density and promote walkability within communities, helping address the housing crisis by offering more affordable and flexible options. Coined by Dan Parolek, Missing Middle Housing was a featured topic of conversation at our 2024 Housing Summit.
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Groundwork Concludes Spring 2024 Community Outreach Campaign Initiative
Groundwork completed the second phase of the community outreach initiative this spring, continuing to ensure that community voices are being heard and solutions are being proposed to support the region's workforce.
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Groundwork Executive Director Duke McLarty Selected for National Housing Crisis Task Force
Duke McLarty, executive director at Groundwork, was recently named to the National Housing Crisis Task Force, a coalition working to identify and scale the most promising innovations in housing production and preservation across the United States.
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Community Partner Spotlight: The Northwest Arkansas Planning Commission
Executive Director of the Northwest Arkansas Planning Commission, Tim Conklin, discusses the organization’s role in regional planning and their goals for the future with Groundwork Intern Victoria Hudson.
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Future Forward: Meet a Bentonville City Planner
Meet Tyler Overstreet, Planning Director for the City of Bentonville.
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Community Partner Spotlight: Northwest Arkansas Land Trust
In a discussion with Groundwork Intern Samantha Kascoutas, Northwest Arkansas Land Trust Executive Director and CEO, Grady Spann discusses the importance of land protection to aid in sustainable development and growth in Northwest Arkansas.
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The Urban Land Institute’s Work to Transform Urban Landscapes Through Interdisciplinary Collaboration and Education
In a discussion with Groundwork Intern Sophie McAdara, Megan Brown, the Director of Signature Programs at the Urban Land Institute Northwest Arkansas, emphasizes the importance of education and collaboration across industries to ensure positive community growth in Northwest Arkansas. Through programs that impact schools, small cities, and urbanists everywhere, ULI is connecting many corners of Northwest Arkansas.
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An Intentional Growth Case Study: Davidson, North Carolina
On June 27, Groundwork hosted, “Thirty Years of Smart Growth: A Davidson, NC Case Study Webinar.” Davidson planning director Jason Burdette discussed the towns innovative and forward-thinking approach to urban planning, highlighting key policies and practices that have fostered economic vitality, preserved green spaces, and enhanced quality of life for residents.
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Groundwork Housing Summit: Missing Middle Housing
On May 8, Groundwork hosted "Creating Home: A Summit Exploring Policies, Practices, and Promising Solutions" where urban designer, architect, author, and founding principal of Opticos Design, Daniel Parolek presented the benefits and implications of Missing Middle Housing.
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