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Expensive Cities Aren't Attractive Cities: Follow Up

Erdmann Housing Tracker • 273 implied HN points • 16 Dec 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Housing policy Urban Development Economic Inequality Land use Real Estate
  1. Expensive cities are usually not as desirable as people think. They often have high rents and limited growth due to strict building rules.
  2. Increasing the number of homes over time can help lower housing costs, but this process takes years and won't cause quick drops in prices.
  3. Arguments against the YIMBY (Yes In My Backyard) movement often rely on unproven claims. In reality, cities that allow more development can remain affordable and vibrant.

The Physiocratic Platform: Land Tax

Contemplations on the Tree of Woe • 1108 implied HN points • 27 Oct 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Tax policy Government Structure Economic Theory Land use Political Reform
  1. A land value tax (LVT) is different from a property tax because it only taxes the value of the land itself, not any buildings on it. This means it encourages landowners to use their land efficiently.
  2. Implementing a 2% LVT could raise a lot of money for government services while avoiding economic issues that other taxes might cause. It's seen as a less harmful option for funding government needs.
  3. There are ways to protect homeowners from being forced out of their homes due to rising land taxes, like exemptions for primary residences or allowing tax deferrals until the property is sold.

Dallas vs. Austin: Brief Clarification

Erdmann Housing Tracker • 21 implied HN points • 24 Jan 25
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Housing policy Urban Development Economic Trends Land use
  1. Dallas and Austin are two different cities with their own unique characteristics. It's good to know what sets them apart when considering living or investing there.
  2. Understanding the housing market in both cities can help you make better decisions. Each area has different trends and demands.
  3. Comparing these cities can provide insights into job opportunities and lifestyle options. It’s important to think about what matters most to you.

Let the sunshine in

Klement on Investing • 2 implied HN points • 10 Feb 25
🌞 Climate & Environment Renewable Energy Agriculture Electricity Land use Environmental Policy
  1. Solar farms in New York State have helped increase farmland prices by 18% from 2015 to 2021. This shows that renewable energy can positively affect local economies.
  2. Farmland close to electric substations saw the most price increases. Locations far from the grid didn't benefit as much, making it more challenging for solar developers.
  3. Higher local electricity prices led to even greater appreciation in land values. Proper planning for renewable energy can improve lives and reduce electricity costs.

Why Is The US Media Ignoring America's Greatest Diamond Discovery?

C.O.P. Central Organizing Principle. • 18 implied HN points • 06 Dec 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Media Class Economics Land use Social Issues
  1. A person found several valuable diamonds on their land in Martha's Vineyard, but the media hasn't shown much interest in the discovery. This diamond discovery could lead to a significant economic boom for the area.
  2. There are concerns that wealthy property owners don't want a diamond rush because it might disrupt their luxury lifestyle and increase competition for land. This creates tension between working-class property owners and the wealthy elite.
  3. The potential for a diamond boom could benefit many local landowners and stimulate job growth, but it faces resistance from local councils focused on maintaining their image rather than addressing community needs.
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70% Renewable Energy By 2035? Physics Vs. Politics

Japan Economy Watch • 219 implied HN points • 21 Jul 23
🌞 Climate & Environment Renewable Energy Land use Government Policy Technology Carbon Emissions
  1. Achieving 70% renewable energy in Japan by 2035 is technically and economically feasible.
  2. Japan's Ministry of Economy, Trade, and Industry (METI) has a more pessimistic view on renewable energy due to geographical and physical challenges, suggesting the need for more modest goals and continued reliance on nuclear and fossil fuels.
  3. Regulations, business practices, and government policies are the main hurdles to faster adoption of renewable energy in Japan, not geographical limitations or costs.

The Need to Prioritize | YIMBYtown 2024

Cornerstone • 59 implied HN points • 08 Mar 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Legislation Land use
  1. Not everything can be the best use of time and energy, prioritizing tasks is necessary to achieve goals efficiently.
  2. When advocating for housing reform, it's important to consider the trade-offs between policies with political power and those that directly impact housing production and affordability.
  3. In the realm of housing policies, prioritizing ADUs, mid-rise housing, and transit-oriented development can lead to significant positive impacts on housing availability and affordability.

Biofuels: the US could switch to electric cars and solar power on just a fraction of the land

Sustainability by numbers • 296 implied HN points • 05 Sep 23
🌞 Climate & Environment Energy Sustainability Renewables Transportation Land use
  1. Growing biofuels in the US is a poor use of land, especially when solar energy needs much less land and could power the country three times over.
  2. Biofuels may not have as positive an impact on the environment as initially assumed, with some studies suggesting they could increase emissions.
  3. Switching from biofuels to solar power for electric cars in the US could significantly reduce land use and still meet transportation needs.

Tuoro Land Use Institute Podcast Interview

Erdmann Housing Tracker • 0 implied HN points • 28 Feb 25
🎙 Podcasts Interviews Education Community Housing Land use
  1. The Touro Land Use Institute hosts a podcast that covers important land use topics. It's a good resource for anyone interested in how land is planned and used.
  2. Kevin Erdmann participated in a podcast interview discussing current housing and land use issues. His insights might help listeners understand the challenges in the housing market.
  3. The podcast features discussions with experts like Michael Lewyn and Jennifer Casey, providing valuable perspectives on land use in areas like Long Island. Listening can broaden your understanding of local land issues.

The Problem With YIMBY Economics

Informer • 0 implied HN points • 24 Sep 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Political divide Land use Economic Impact
  1. YIMBYs advocate for expanding US housing supply, but removing private housing development restrictions may not be the solution.
  2. There is a significant shift on the Left towards supporting pro-density public policy for affordable housing.
  3. Economists like Ed Glaeser and Matt Yglesias argue that restrictive land-use policies hinder affordable housing in big cities.

Part II. The quest to figure out the origin of rain: weather in digital worlds

Climate Water Project • 0 implied HN points • 08 Aug 23
🔬 Science Climate Weather Models Land use
  1. Air behaves like a fluid and follows laws of fluid dynamics, crucial for weather forecasting and climate modeling.
  2. Adding the water cycle to simulations was complex due to phase changes of water, but approximations were used to model convection and rain interaction with land.
  3. Research shows that land plays a significant role in precipitation recycling, affecting rain patterns globally, and maps have been created to illustrate this relationship.