Diana is a writer and urbanist passionate about public space, historical memory, and transportation equity. Prior to joining Planetizen, she started and managed a farmers' market and worked as a transportation planner in the bike share industry. She is Planetizen's editor as of January 2022.
NYC Budget Makes Key Building Code Change
The change could spur more housing development if accompanying reforms in the City of Yes for Housing Opportunity plan are approved.
Seattle Mayor Raises Transportation Levy by $100 Million
The proposal sent to City Council includes more funding for multimodal transportation and road safety.
Detroit Metro Testing ‘Smart Road’ Tech
Sensors installed along a segment of Interstate 94 could help improve safety, limit speeding, and alert officials to potholes and debris.
HUD Issues Fair Housing Guidance for AI
AI software used to select tenants or target housing advertisements has the potential to introduce discrimination and bias.
Cincinnati Bike Share System To Relaunch May 13
The Red Bike system suspended operations in March, but has since raised funds through a private campaign to resume service.