Explaining the 15-Minute City
The "15-minute city" is a planning concept that has gained popularity in recent years, particularly in response to the COVID-19 pandemic....
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Sandlot Engineering
May 4, 20232 min read
The Benefits of Walkable Neighborhoods
Walking is a great way to stay active and maintain good health, but it's not just about exercise. Walkable neighborhoods offer a wide...
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Sandlot Engineering
Apr 25, 20232 min read
The Argument for Removing Parking Minimums
For decades, cities around the world have implemented minimum parking requirements for new development projects. These requirements...
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Sandlot Engineering
Sep 28, 20213 min read
City of Houston New Sidewalk Requirements
Following City Council approval of the Walkable Places Transit-Oriented Development initiative in August 2020, the City of Houston...
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Sandlot Engineering
Apr 14, 20212 min read
Get To Know Stephanie Rospigliosi
Stephanie is pursuing her Bachelor's in Civil Engineering at the University of Houston and will graduate in May 2021. Who is someone you...
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Sandlot Engineering
Apr 14, 20212 min read
Get To Know Juan Carlos Gomez
Juan Carlos brings six year of civil design experience to Sandlot Engineering and holds an Associate degree in Drafting and Design. We...
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Sandlot Engineering
Jan 13, 20212 min read
Houston's Walkable Places
For the past several decades, Houston’s Code of Ordinances has promoted development dominated by codes that mitigate traffic with...
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Sep 8, 20203 min read
City of Houston Major Thoroughfare and Freeway Plan Explained
The City of Houston Major Thoroughfare and Freeway Plan (MTFP) is a map that identifies sections of roadways that are in need of...
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Jul 16, 20202 min read
City of Houston Parking Requirements
When designing a new development, or redevelopment, parking requirements must be a major consideration in the initial planning stages if...
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Sandlot Engineering
Apr 29, 20201 min read
Complete Communities Foundation for a Prosperous Houston
Complete Communities is Mayor Sylvester Turner's plan to revitalize Houston's most under-resourced neighborhoods. The mission of Complete...
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Sandlot Engineering
Apr 23, 20204 min read
10 Houston Neighborhoods to Hike & Bike
Houston is a vibrant city full of history, culture, and diverse architecture. 10 self-guided tours around Houston that you can enjoy.
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James Roman
Sep 19, 20192 min read
What's the deal with Opportunity Zones?
Established by the 2017 Tax Cuts and Jobs Act, the Opportunity Zones program was created as an innovative economic development tool to...
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