Captain Sandy Yawn has applied to demolish a LaVilla building that was assumed to be a fire station by many throughout the community. Landmark designation could save the 1926-built structure built for the Sims Tire Company. In preparing a landmark designation application, the Planning and Development Department has found the application to meet four of the seven criteria. Will the Jacksonville Historic Preservation Commission spare it from the wrecking ball? Read More
Jacksonville City Council is currently debating the Keep Our Families Together Act, which would allow accessory dwelling units – garage apartments, detached suites, etc. – to be built in more neighborhoods. Here’s why it’s exactly the kind of thing local leaders should be pursuing to help fight the housing crisis. Read More
Transit oriented development projects continue to mushroom into reality around the Utah Transit Authority's (UTA) TRAX light rail system. This collection of photographs illustrate the impact of Salt Lake City's decision to invest in light rail, 22 years after the original line began operation. Today, Salt Lake City's mass transit investment and complementary land use decisions can serve as a positive example for low density sunbelt cities like Jacksonville, that have yet to seriously invest in proven rapid mass transit strategies. Read More
