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Sagrada Família awaits Barcelona's urban planning approval for Glory Facade and access stairs

The Sagrada Família basilica in Barcelona is awaiting municipal approval for its Glory Facade and access stairs, a project requiring demolition of surrounding buildings and relocation of residents. Despite ongoing negotiations and a seemingly favorable stance from the current mayor, Jaume Collboni, progress is slow, with the basilica seeking concrete urban planning changes from the City Council.

La Vanguardia

Syrian residents protest controversial urban planning decree

Urgent

Politics·6/2/2026AI summary

Syrian residents protest controversial urban planning decree

Residents displaced by Damascus's Decree 66, which created "Basilia City" and "Marota City," are protesting its impact. They demand the decree's annulment and the return of their confiscated properties, alleging demographic change and unfair compensation.

دويتشه فيله

Holistic Urban Renewal Proposal for Yau Ma Tei Emphasizes Culture, Connectivity, and Community

NEWS

5/26/2026AI summary

Holistic Urban Renewal Proposal for Yau Ma Tei Emphasizes Culture, Connectivity, and Community

A cross-disciplinary team proposes a holistic urban renewal plan for Yau Ma Tei, focusing on Culture, Connectivity, and Community (3Cs) through a "Cultural Belt"/Civic Node, enhancing street life, walkability, and heritage preservation.

SCMP Economy

Migration, not emergency, is key to urban success, IOM official says

Developing

World·5/21/2026AI summary

Migration, not emergency, is key to urban success, IOM official says

An IOM official warned that treating migration as a temporary emergency hinders urban development. At the World Urban Forum in Baku, speakers emphasized integrating migrants, prioritizing housing, and using domestic finance for reconstruction. Azerbaijan presented its post-conflict rebuilding efforts as a model.

Euronews News

Developing

Environment·5/20/2026AI summary

Visy paper recycling plant's odour issue plagues Reservoir residents

Reservoir residents are suffering from persistent, unpleasant odours emanating from the Visy paper recycling plant. Despite the company's efforts and upgrades, the smell continues to affect quality of life, leading to calls for better zoning and potential relocation of the facility.

ABC Top Stories

Developing

Environment·5/20/2026AI summary

Visy paper recycling plant's odour problem in Reservoir

Residents of Reservoir, Australia, are complaining about persistent foul odours from the Visy paper recycling plant, affecting their quality of life and health. Despite Visy's efforts and EPA consultation, the problem remains, leading to calls for zoning reform and potential relocation of the plant.

ABC Top Stories

Peru's informal settlements grapple with climate crisis and urban planning

Developing

World·5/18/2026AI summary

Peru's informal settlements grapple with climate crisis and urban planning

Thousands in Peru's informal settlements like Mollepata live in high-risk areas vulnerable to extreme weather. Despite a deadly 2009 flood, new settlements grow, straining resources and urban planning efforts.

Guardian International