AllTradesJournal

Urban Development

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A vibrant construction site of a new multifamily apartment building, with cranes and workers, contrasted with a less active area representing stalled single-family home construction.

Multifamily boosts US construction starts, but broad recovery stalls

In June, construction of multifamily buildings with five or more units soared an astonishing 76.

Rick Donovan·July 18, 2026

Chicago skyline at dusk with the Greyhound bus terminal in the foreground, symbolizing urban renewal and transit investment.

Chicago City Council Approves $19M Greyhound Station Purchase

Chicago's City Council approved a $19.

Rick Donovan·June 23, 2026

A vibrant, modern public park in Saudi Arabia, showcasing green spaces and recreational areas, symbolizing new private sector development opportunities.

Saudi Arabia tenders 50 public parks for development

Fifty public parks across Saudi Arabia are now on the block for private companies to rehabilitate, operate, and maintain for 15 years.

Rick Donovan·May 20, 2026

Diverse volunteers working in a Detroit community garden, utilizing tools from the new Ford and Carhartt sponsored ToolBank.

Ford and Carhartt Launch Detroit ToolBank to Aid Community Projects

For just 2 cents, a Detroit community group can now rent a paint can key.

Scott Ramirez·May 3, 2026