Managing Growth: Some Cities Take Action

Some cities in Georgia are creating their own long-term strategies to combat urban sprawl. Critics argue that some "smart growth" ordinances violate property rights and cause other problems.

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January 3, 2001, 11:00 AM PST

By Abhijeet Chavan @http://twitter.com/legalaidtech

"[T]he future of growth in any area is rarely a one-sided debate. Critics arguethat certain anti-sprawl measures - including restricting building density in outlying areas - violate property rights. Some say that restricted development results in unaffordable housing and high property taxes...Here's a look at three communities trying to enact 'smart-growth' principles through different means..."

Thanks to Abhijeet Chavan

FULL STORY: Managing growth: Some cities have taken action

Wednesday, January 3, 2001 in Savannah Morning News

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