Areas Quote by George Deukmejian
“There are several ways in order to reduce the housing problem.One way is to allow a developer to buy land more cheaply if it's in an outlying area.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Policy remarks on housing, California Governor, 1988
Reducing housing shortages can involve cheaper land for developers in peripheral zones, encouraging construction outside dense cores.
In simple terms: Cheaper land in outskirts can ease housing scarcity.
Key Takeaway
Consider zoning reforms that lower land costs in outlying areas.
Themes
housing
urban planning
affordability
policy
development
Mood
pragmatic
concerned
Type
policy
strategic
When to use this quote
- City planners
- real estate developers
- local governments
- community advocates
- potential residents
Key Concepts
Land economics
regional development
housing supply
incentive structures
Questions to Reflect On
- How can we balance affordable housing with sustainable growth?
- What safeguards prevent overdevelopment in outlying areas?
A Different Perspective
May increase sprawl and strain infrastructure if not paired with transit and services.
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