Demand For Density

New census data suggests that St. Paul and Minneapolis aren't hollowing out at the core like many of their midwestern counterparts.

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October 11, 2002, 1:00 PM PDT

By C. Scott Smith

"My sense is that there's more of a demand for density and life in the downtowns in those cities," said Alan Berube, a researcher for the Brookings Institution and a co-author of the analysis released today. He hypothesized that reasons for a strong core include the presence of the University of Minnesota, the arts scene and regional policies promoting housing investment in the core."

Thanks to C. Scott Smith

FULL STORY: Census 2000: Minneapolis, St. Paul see population growth from inside out

Friday, October 11, 2002 in Star Tribune

Community / Economic Development Minnesota

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