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Apr 17, 20161 min read

What Are Urban Growth Boundaries and Why Do We Need Them?

Our goal at Greenbelt Alliance is to conserve the Bay Area’s natural and agricultural landscapes while promoting smart urban development...

Apr 8, 20161 min read

Tactical Urbanism: Short-Term Events for Long-Term Change

On March 9, Greenbelt Alliance hosted a community meeting at the San Jose Rose Garden Library. Attendees included members from the Buena...

Aug 30, 20141 min read

West San Carlos Street & South Bascom Avenue Urban Villages

The West San Carlos Street and South Bascom Avenue urban village plans are available for the public to read and comment on. Each document...

Nov 22, 20131 min read

Urban Parks: The Community’s Backyard

Someone once mentioned in passing to me that the 21st Century would be the century of the landscape architect. This makes sense in the...

Sep 13, 20121 min read

Complete Streets Audit and Community Engagement

A complete street is one that follows the 8-80 rule—whether you are 8 or 80 years old, the road is safe for you to use. The intersection...

Jun 6, 20121 min read

Getting A Head Start With Urban Village Planning In San Jose

On April 28, residents donned hats and comfy shoes to join Greenbelt Alliance on a walking tour of the West San Carlos-South Bascom area...