UCLA Housing Voice Ep 83: Local Effects of Upzoning with Simon Büchler and Elena Lutz
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Dec 11, 2024 Simon Büchler, an Assistant Professor of Finance, and Elena Lutz, a Ph.D. candidate in Urban Planning, delve into the long-term effects of upzoning in Zurich. They discuss how relaxing land-use regulations increased housing supply by 9% without a significant rise in rents. Their research highlights the complexities of zoning reform and its impact on affordability while addressing concerns like gentrification. The guests also explore the challenges posed by large upzonings and the concept of 'bindingness' in regulations, providing valuable insights for other urban areas grappling with similar issues.
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Bern Museum Anecdote
- Paavo Monkkonen shares a positive experience visiting Bern, Switzerland.
- He highlights the museum's exhibit of Burgundian kings' looted treasure.
Upzoning Research Gap
- Research on upzoning's direct effects on housing supply is limited.
- This study provides valuable empirical evidence on this topic.
Swiss Cantons
- Switzerland's cantons, similar to US states, have significant autonomy.
- Zurich, the largest and most urban canton, faces urban sprawl challenges.