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Urban Evolution: Navigating Housing and Development Challenges
This chapter examines the transformative impact of Airbnb and other factors on historic cities like Florence, highlighting the tension between short-term rentals and local resident accessibility. It explores the complexities of urban development, including NIMBYism, building regulations, and the need for effective public transit systems. The discussion also contrasts urban management in cities around the world, using Shenzhen's rapid growth as a case study in successful transformation.