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NYT Journalist Shares Why America Should Sprawl

The Strong Towns Podcast

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Rethinking Urban Development in Los Angeles

This chapter examines the underground housing dynamics in Los Angeles, focusing on Latino builders' potential to disrupt the market. It discusses the complexities of urban planning, zoning laws, and the contrast between YIMBY and NIMBY movements, advocating for adaptive and innovative solutions. Personal reflections on historical context and urban theorists like Jane Jacobs enrich the conversation, emphasizing the need for vibrant, community-oriented development.

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