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020: Urbanism and Integrity: Navigating Change with Chris Allcorn
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In episode 20, Chris Allcorn from Specialized Real Estate Group shares his insights on urban development and navigating change in Northwest Arkansas and beyond. Chris discusses his fascinating and inspiring journey to Fayetteville, highlighting his passion for adaptive reuse, placemaking, and community-focused development. He offers valuable perspectives on balancing growth with integrity, addressing challenges in infill development and affordable housing, while emphasizing the importance of creating vibrant, walkable neighborhoods that foster a sense of community. We also explore the future of Fayetteville's growth and the significance of empowering more individuals to engage in small-scale, community-oriented development projects.
Show Links:
- Specialized Real Estate Group
- Eco Modern Flats
- South Yard
- Markham Hill
- Traditional Neighborhood Development (TND)
- FayetteForward episode with Joel Gardner from ORT
- Arkansas Small Business and Technology Development Center (ASBTDC)
- Fayetteville's Permit-Ready Building Design Program
- Combs Park Improvements
- First Street Flats in Rogers
- Guerrilla Development in Portland
- Jim Heid's Resources