Costs Quote by Glenn Kelman
“Employers are as sensitive to housing costs as their employees, which is why, when we build more houses, we create more jobs.”
About This Quote
Housing affordability affects both workers and employers; increasing supply lowers costs and stimulates employment.
In simple terms: Housing supply drives job creation.
Key Takeaway
More homes = more jobs.
Themes
economics
urban planning
labor market
housing policy
social equity
Mood
optimistic
pragmatic
Type
policy statement
economic insight
When to use this quote
- city council budgeting
- real estate development meetings
- corporate sustainability planning
- housing advocacy campaigns
Key Concepts
supply and demand
cost of living
employment generation
community development
Practical Applications
- policy briefs for affordable housing
- business case studies on workforce stability
Questions to Reflect On
- How does housing scarcity impact local economies?
- What policies best align employer interests with housing development?
