Dan Zack
@plannerdan.bsky.social
Urban planning consultant. I help people build walkable, fun, & inclusive cities w/abundant housing. IncDev faculty. CNU-CA Chair. Formerly w/cities of Fresno & Redwood City. https://zackurban.com
TOC — Transit-Oriented College.
October 10, 2024 at 9:19 PM
TOC — Transit-Oriented College.
Let’s build these babies everywhere!
BTW, they’re legal in Fresno, CA. Who wants to partner with me to build some? LFG!
BTW, they’re legal in Fresno, CA. Who wants to partner with me to build some? LFG!
Would you believe me if I told you these row houses were built in 2023?
We never forgot how to build missing-middle housing simply and beautifully. We just made it illegal to do so pretty much everywhere.
We never forgot how to build missing-middle housing simply and beautifully. We just made it illegal to do so pretty much everywhere.
October 8, 2024 at 1:59 PM
Let’s build these babies everywhere!
BTW, they’re legal in Fresno, CA. Who wants to partner with me to build some? LFG!
BTW, they’re legal in Fresno, CA. Who wants to partner with me to build some? LFG!
Looking forward to the eventual return of the OG.
October 8, 2024 at 1:55 PM
Looking forward to the eventual return of the OG.
Sorry if you’re trying to work and this is distracting, but the Helm Building’s facade was looking particularly radiant today.
October 8, 2024 at 1:51 PM
Sorry if you’re trying to work and this is distracting, but the Helm Building’s facade was looking particularly radiant today.
I'm sure people in other cities see me walking around taking pictures like crazy and confidently identify me as a tourist, not knowing that I do exactly the same thing in my own town. For example, these random pictures that I took yesterday on my way to the bank... #touristinyourowntown
September 17, 2024 at 11:01 PM
I'm sure people in other cities see me walking around taking pictures like crazy and confidently identify me as a tourist, not knowing that I do exactly the same thing in my own town. For example, these random pictures that I took yesterday on my way to the bank... #touristinyourowntown
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Imagine thinking there's a nefarious plot to get you not to own a car instead of the opposite.
November 8, 2023 at 11:42 PM
Imagine thinking there's a nefarious plot to get you not to own a car instead of the opposite.
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America has a thing called Trunk or Treat where people dress up, drive to a parking lot, and pretend it's ok we don't have walkable communities anymore.
October 30, 2023 at 6:53 PM
America has a thing called Trunk or Treat where people dress up, drive to a parking lot, and pretend it's ok we don't have walkable communities anymore.
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What’s wrong with speed humps?
Nothing really. Speed humps are…fine.
But they’re not the most effective intervention, can’t be installed on bus routes, and don’t reclaim any space from vehicles.
Nothing really. Speed humps are…fine.
But they’re not the most effective intervention, can’t be installed on bus routes, and don’t reclaim any space from vehicles.
October 25, 2023 at 6:58 PM
What’s wrong with speed humps?
Nothing really. Speed humps are…fine.
But they’re not the most effective intervention, can’t be installed on bus routes, and don’t reclaim any space from vehicles.
Nothing really. Speed humps are…fine.
But they’re not the most effective intervention, can’t be installed on bus routes, and don’t reclaim any space from vehicles.
New protected bike lane just dropped.
September 9, 2023 at 1:14 AM
New protected bike lane just dropped.
We had a great time at the Fulton Street Party yesterday. There was a ton of great food and live music, and it is always nice to run into all of my Downtown friends (and to make new ones!).
August 27, 2023 at 6:47 PM
We had a great time at the Fulton Street Party yesterday. There was a ton of great food and live music, and it is always nice to run into all of my Downtown friends (and to make new ones!).
We had a great workshop for the Tower District Specific Plan yesterday. Huge attendance , positive vibes, and a lot of great ideas. Tower folks love their neighborhood and are willing to put in the work to enhance it. Thanks to everyone who participated!
August 27, 2023 at 5:25 PM
We had a great workshop for the Tower District Specific Plan yesterday. Huge attendance , positive vibes, and a lot of great ideas. Tower folks love their neighborhood and are willing to put in the work to enhance it. Thanks to everyone who participated!
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Norway has one of the lowest crash death rates in the world, with fatalities dropping ~50% in the last decade.
I asked a senior Norwegian transportation official what role car technology has played enhancing safety.
Her answer: "None. We focus on road design and enforcement."
I asked a senior Norwegian transportation official what role car technology has played enhancing safety.
Her answer: "None. We focus on road design and enforcement."
August 25, 2023 at 3:05 PM
Norway has one of the lowest crash death rates in the world, with fatalities dropping ~50% in the last decade.
I asked a senior Norwegian transportation official what role car technology has played enhancing safety.
Her answer: "None. We focus on road design and enforcement."
I asked a senior Norwegian transportation official what role car technology has played enhancing safety.
Her answer: "None. We focus on road design and enforcement."
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Something I love about Oslo: This city is incredibly quiet.
Lots of people are walking/biking/scooting. And most vehicles are electric, while speed limits are typically 30 km/hr (19 mph), so engine/tire noise is negligible.
A reminder that cities aren't loud; *cars* are loud.
Lots of people are walking/biking/scooting. And most vehicles are electric, while speed limits are typically 30 km/hr (19 mph), so engine/tire noise is negligible.
A reminder that cities aren't loud; *cars* are loud.
August 23, 2023 at 3:58 PM
Something I love about Oslo: This city is incredibly quiet.
Lots of people are walking/biking/scooting. And most vehicles are electric, while speed limits are typically 30 km/hr (19 mph), so engine/tire noise is negligible.
A reminder that cities aren't loud; *cars* are loud.
Lots of people are walking/biking/scooting. And most vehicles are electric, while speed limits are typically 30 km/hr (19 mph), so engine/tire noise is negligible.
A reminder that cities aren't loud; *cars* are loud.
Whenever you see a traffic jam, the street is NOT crowded with people. It is crowded with empty voids encased in metal boxes. There is usually plenty of room for all of the people.
Not the one I was thinking of but same effect!
Just seeing that is mind boggling.
Just seeing that is mind boggling.
August 23, 2023 at 1:21 AM
Whenever you see a traffic jam, the street is NOT crowded with people. It is crowded with empty voids encased in metal boxes. There is usually plenty of room for all of the people.
Had a great time in Downtown Fresno for Art Hop last Thursday. The summer heat backed off a bit and people were out in force.
August 6, 2023 at 6:47 PM
Had a great time in Downtown Fresno for Art Hop last Thursday. The summer heat backed off a bit and people were out in force.
I’m looking forward to this sweet Art Deco canopy sign getting restored. It was hidden away under plywood for nearly my entire life. This was the first time I have ever seen it uncovered. 🤩
August 5, 2023 at 9:55 PM
I’m looking forward to this sweet Art Deco canopy sign getting restored. It was hidden away under plywood for nearly my entire life. This was the first time I have ever seen it uncovered. 🤩
This is totally going to fool everybody. No one will have a clue.
August 5, 2023 at 9:49 PM
This is totally going to fool everybody. No one will have a clue.
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Construction of the BQE required the displacement of tens of thousands of people. Designed by Robert Moses, the highway cut a 15-mile gash through some of the most densely populated neighborhoods on the planet. More info: https://www.segregationbydesign.com/brooklyn/brooklynqueens-expressway
August 4, 2023 at 9:34 AM
Construction of the BQE required the displacement of tens of thousands of people. Designed by Robert Moses, the highway cut a 15-mile gash through some of the most densely populated neighborhoods on the planet. More info: https://www.segregationbydesign.com/brooklyn/brooklynqueens-expressway