by Meg Dunn | Jul 24, 2018 | Affordability, Built Environment, Growth & Density, Historic Preservation
aOn July 17th, Historic Denver hosted a tour of ADUs (Accessory Dwelling Units) in the Curtis Park Historic District. “Accessory Dwelling Unit” is a technical term that refers to any additional living space on a lot other than the main dwelling. So if a...
by Meg Dunn | May 29, 2018 | Bikes & Peds, Built Environment, Transportation, Transportation Effects Development
“Blessed are the pedestrians, for they have inherited a world made for motorists.”
by Meg Dunn | Apr 22, 2018 | Built Environment, Resource Management, Waste Storage
“The ultimate test of man’s conscience may be his willingness to sacrifice something today for future generations whose words of thanks will not be heard.” ― Gaylord Nelson, founder of Earth Day. Humans have been reusing and recycling hand-made goods for...
by Meg Dunn | Mar 28, 2018 | Built Environment, Economic Sustainability, Environmental Sustainability, Infrastructure, Planning & Design, Transportation
I recently returned from a trip to Uganda and Kenya where I was impressed with how frequently roundabouts were used as opposed to traffic signals. It struck me that in an up-and-coming third world country, where resources aren’t alway readily available but...
by Meg Dunn | Feb 9, 2018 | Built Environment, Transportation, Transportation Effects Development
Last week I had the pleasure of attending Saving Places, a three day conference that looks at historic preservation as a means of enlivening communities, strengthening economies, and giving story to the lives and cultures of past and present residents. Transportation...
by Meg Dunn | Jan 14, 2018 | Planning & Design, Regulation & Education
It’s easy to take Fort Collins for granted. When I ride to the store, I don’t have to worry about where I’ll park my bike. There’s almost always a bike rack nearby. When I take a walk, there are usually decent sidewalks the whole way. Trees...
