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University students, along with professors, have advocated for this change, arguing that living in bedrooms without windows is unhealthy.

Austin spends a lot of time and money informing neighbors about projects, but a lot of those notices get overlooked.

Austin has uncommonly strict rules on constructing tall buildings near residential homes. That could soon change.

Citing public safety concerns, Austin City Council moved last week to eliminate required parking spaces at cocktail lounges. Advocates applauded the city's efforts to get folks to leave their cars at home and to ease the burden on small businesses.