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Jacobs Entertainment now wants two skyways.
Elevated pedestrian walkways like those proposed by Jacobs Entertainment can have major implications for the vitality and safety of the surrounding…
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A data center community meeting, Jacobs Entertainment's I-80 sign sails through & more
Local development news for the City of Reno for the week of August 3, 2026
Aug 3
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July 2026
A solid course of action for Reno's Lear Theater
The City of Reno outlines a thoughtful strategy to secure the successful preservation of the 1939 First Church of Christ, Scientist building designed by…
Jul 27
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Alicia Barber
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Property tax, trees, campaign finance & more
The latest in City of Reno development news for the week of July 20, 2026
Jul 20
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Alicia Barber
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What do/should city code & the law allow?
Numerous decisions & discussions this week seek to clarify key City of Reno policies with respect to city code, standards, allowable programs, and land…
Jul 11
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Alicia Barber
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Jacobs Entertainment's application for a massive sign along I-80 should be denied.
The proposed "Reno's Neon Line District" structure is an off-premises sign advertising one company's private interests, not a decorative sign…
Jul 9
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June 2026
Updating Reno's top development issues, Pt. 2
Checking in on some of our hottest local topics, plus more calls for public input.
Jun 29
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Alicia Barber
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UPDATE: Reno's top development issues & current public input opportunities
The latest in local urban development news for the week of June 22, 2026
Jun 22
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Alicia Barber
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Reno's Primary Election Results, Sierra Reflections & Redevelopment
The latest local development updates, news & previews for the week of June 15, 2026
Jun 14
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Alicia Barber
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Reno development news: Week of June 8, 2026
Meeting previews & updates, data center developments, and a bit more on the City Plaza
Jun 8
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Alicia Barber
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Public Space, Planning & Reno's City Plaza
Why The Eddy's proposal for City Plaza hit such a nerve and what can be done about it
Jun 5
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Alicia Barber
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READ BY JUNE 1: Reno City Council to vote on a data center moratorium + more news
A proposed pause on data center applications, a preview of the June 3 Council meeting, The Eddy's proposed move to City Plaza & the latest in local…
Jun 1
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Alicia Barber
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