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Park ambitions

Dream big. Two of Houston’s heaviest-hitting business groups — the Greater Houston Partnership and the Quality of Life Coalition — are promoting an ambitious master plan to develop land along 10 of Harris County’s major bayous, creating an enormous system … Continue reading

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Irving’s sign ordinance

Here’s an interesting story about the experience the city of Irving has had with its new ordinance that restricted signage by businesses. Strict new rules regarding business signs in Irving were enacted to literally remake the city’s image. The goal … Continue reading

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The case for conformity

Max Watson and Ed Wulfe of the Houston Quality of Life Coalition make the case in the Chron for Houston to be more like some other cities. Last week’s new sign ordinance addressed roof, wall and window signs throughout the … Continue reading

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