The Fiscal Case for Building Homes Near Jobs and Transit
Online event examined how housing policy can improve affordability, save taxpayer dollars, and strengthen local fiscal health
Building homes near jobs, transit, and existing infrastructure improves housing affordability. It can also save taxpayers money and strengthen local government finances.
New research from The Pew Charitable Trusts, developed in collaboration with the World Resources Institute and ECOnorthwest, examined how allowing more housing in already developed areas can reduce infrastructure costs, support local economies, and improve long-term fiscal health for cities and states.
Researchers, local leaders, and policy experts discussed the connection between housing growth and fiscal responsibility and explored policies that can help communities grow more efficiently.
Agenda:
Research overview on the fiscal impact of housing growth near jobs and transit
Speaker: Tushar Kansal, senior officer, housing policy initiative, The Pew Charitable Trusts
Panel discussion: How housing policy can support stronger local economies and fiscal health
Moderator: Tushar Kansal, housing policy initiative, The Pew Charitable Trusts
Panelists:
- Mayor Yadira Ramos-Herbert, New Rochelle, New York
- Charles “Chuck” Marohn, founder and president, Strong Towns
- Ben Holland, senior manager, World Resources Institute
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