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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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Rethinking Local Governance and Housing Development

This chapter examines the inefficiencies of the current permissioning system in local governance, highlighting the impact of outdated property tax policies on housing and business development. It discusses the challenges of encouraging community support for new projects while balancing fairness and pragmatism in compensation models. The hosts propose innovative reforms to incentivize better outcomes and promote urban planning that aligns with community needs.

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