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#747 - Tom Luongo & Jim Kunstler

Shaun Newman Podcast

CHAPTER

NIMBYism and Urban Planning Challenges

This chapter examines the societal issue of NIMBYism, highlighting how past urban planning decisions lead to public opposition towards new developments. It critiques the inefficiencies of local government in managing zoning, land use, and community infrastructure, emphasizing the negative consequences of overregulation. Personal anecdotes illustrate the tension between preserving nature and fostering functional urban spaces while advocating for more local autonomy and effective governance.

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