The Wall Street Journal looks at the tie between land use regulations and
- land use regulations drive up the cost of construction
- higher construction costs limits new construction to luxury construction
- the result: urban economic segregation
What protections do local governments say land use regulations provide:
- preserve the historic charm of neighborhoods
- ensure sunlight and fresh air can reach the streets
- limit congestion on sidewalks, streets and public transportation
Wall Street Journal | As Land-Use Rules Rise, Economic Mobility Slows, Research Says