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David Alpert:

We can do IZ now, and we can also push for some density increases at the same time. It's not either-or.

But I thought your whole point was that economists should accept that IZ is a great policy. I'm simply pointing out what any economist will tell you: it's a counterproductive policy, and instead of spending time arguing about how counterproductive it is, we should be pointing out the obvious policy solution.

That just happens to be (as you pointed out) removing zoning restrictions, particularly those that artificially limit density--because those restrictions make construction less profitable, make it harder to obtain financing, restrict the supply of housing, and ultimately make housing more expensive for everyone.

by Gray on Jun 19, 2012 2:29 pm • link • report

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