6 principles for building stronger and more prosperous places.
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Want to better inform yourself — or your neighbors — on why we need more “middle housing”? Start with these 4 resources.
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The best-laid plans can fail. Knowing that should cause us to think critically about what projects we pursue, how we pursue them, and how we evaluate success.
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The way be build towns and cities in North America is a radical departure from how our ancestors did it (even a few generations ago) and how cities are built elsewhere in the world. Here are 7 key differences.
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Ponzi schemes fail because they are built on illusions: there is no there there. So what happens when an entire continent of towns and cities is caught up in a kind of Growth Ponzi Scheme? We are finding out.
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What kind of returns will your city actually get from its infrastructure and other public investment spending? These 6 resources will help you uncover the truth.
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You know what’s sexier than the latest mega-project on the far edges of town? Building a city that is resilient and prosperous, both now and into the future.
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Not only do small downtown shops provide a higher rate of tax revenue than big box stores; they're also a much lower risk investment for the community.
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Adding a second story builds community wealth without adding any expense. It's the sure way to real prosperity.
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Different approaches to building produce very different financial results that can be easily measured and contrasted.
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A basic look at financial productivity applied to the Iron Range community of Grand Rapids.
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