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Sunday, November 26, 2017

the density delusion



In places with land use regulations there will be a tendency towards prohibitions on density. So, paradoxically, if density if desired, then zoning codes have to be abolished. But what about Houston? 
This is from the city website:

The Department checks subdivision plats for the proper subdivision of land and for adequate street or right-of-way, building lines and for compliance with Chapter 42, the City’s land development ordinance. Development site plans are checked for compliance with regulations that include parking, tree and shrub requirements, setbacks, and access.

So, contrary to some claims, Houston does have ordinances that tends to encourage lower density--just like Manhattan. And, both are prone to flooding in certain areas. 

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