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#211 – Sam Bowman on why housing still isn't fixed and what would actually work

80,000 Hours Podcast

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Empowering Communities Through Street Votes

This chapter explores the innovative concept of 'street votes', allowing residents to directly influence neighborhood design and density policies. By examining global housing initiatives, it highlights how localized decision-making can enhance community engagement and address urban development challenges. The discussion underscores the need to balance growth with preserving local character, ultimately promoting democratic participation in urban planning.

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