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Frankfurt's Addiction Center Location Sparks Controversy

Frankfurt's planned addiction treatment center at Niddastraße 76, announced by Green Party's Elke Voitl on April 3rd, sparked controversy due to lack of prior consultation with residents and businesses, causing friction within the city's ruling coalition.

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Unsafe Electric Scooters Plague Greek Cities

Electric scooters in Greece are causing safety concerns due to unregulated use, lack of infrastructure (parking, designated lanes), and insufficient enforcement of traffic laws; the chaotic situation reflects broader issues in urban planning and civic responsibility.

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Sustainable Cities and Communities
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Andalusian Authorities Halt Illegal Construction in Barbate

The Junta de Andalucía sealed 53 illegally built prefabricated homes in Barbate, Cádiz, occupying two hectares of rustic land near the La Breña y Marismas Natural Park, due to environmental risks and illegal construction, coordinating with the Prosecutor's Office.

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Sustainable Cities and Communities
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Benidorm: From Fishing Village to Tourist Metropolis

The Spanish town of Benidorm, once a small fishing village, transformed into a major tourist destination in the mid-20th century due to the vision of Mayor Pedro Zaragoza and entrepreneurial spirit of individuals like Ramon Martinez, now attracting 2.7 million visitors annually.

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Kansas City's Road Diet: A Success Story Amidst Political Opposition

A car crashed into a Kansas City salon, prompting reflection on the effectiveness of road diets—a traffic-calming strategy opposed by the Trump administration but embraced by many cities to reduce accidents and increase safety, though some challenges remain.

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Sustainable Cities and Communities
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Germany's Slow Cycling Progress: A Call for Safer Infrastructure

A German article reports that bicycle usage for daily commutes increased from 9.3% in 2002 to 11.3% currently; the author, a cyclist, highlights the dangers children face cycling to school due to insufficient road infrastructure, advocating for immediate improvements to ensure safety for all cyclist...

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UK Warehouse Boom Creates 'Berlin Wall' Effect for Corby Residents

Residents of Corby, UK, are protesting the construction of massive warehouses near their homes, citing negative impacts on sunlight, property values, and quality of life, despite a court's rejection of their appeal and resulting in significant legal fees.

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Sustainable Cities and Communities
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Istanbul Housing Project Sparks Controversy Amidst Environmental Concerns

Imprisoned city planner Tayfun Kahraman criticizes a 24,000-unit housing project near Istanbul's Sazlıdere Dam, arguing it ignores environmental concerns and legal rulings, jeopardizing Istanbul's future and highlighting broader issues of urban planning and governance in Turkey.

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Madrid Demolishes Nine Illegal Homes Using Drone Technology

The Madrid regional government demolished nine illegal homes in Vega de Tajuña using drones and laser technology as part of a 2021-2024 plan to address 6,223 illegal structures in flood-prone areas, collaborating with Chinchón municipality on 43 related cases.

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Queensland Government Halts Fast-Tracked Housing Project

The Crisafulli government in Queensland is reviewing fast-tracked housing projects, halting one development in Tewantin due to community concerns and local planning issues, while approving others, reflecting a policy shift towards greater collaboration with local councils.

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Valencia Flood Highlights Infrastructure Shortcomings and Inter-Municipal Tensions

The October 29th flood in Valencia province exposed flaws in the region's water infrastructure; while the new Turia riverbed protected Valencia city, the undiverted La Saleta ravine devastated Aldaia, resulting in six deaths. Now, plans to divert La Saleta into the Turia face opposition from Valenci...

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Frankfurt's 25 Million Euro Housing Acquisition Strategy Faces Challenges

The city of Frankfurt, Germany, spent almost 25 million euros acquiring nine buildings between 2017 and 2021 to protect tenants in designated areas from displacement by developers, but faces challenges due to staff shortages, leading to property neglect and even squatting in some cases, as evidenced...

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