Category Archives: Land Use

Smart Growth for Conservatives (Part 2 of 3)

Posted on June 21, 2012 by matt ohern

Now, let’s look at the public policies that have shaped land use since World War II and view them through the prism of conservative principles. Land use codes. The underlying premise of zoning codes is that different land uses — … Continue reading →

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Governor McDonnell Signs Bill Creating Inventory of Virginia State-Owned Land

Posted on March 31, 2011 by matt ohern

Bill requires DGS to provide a listing of surplus properties on the Department’s website, to include parcel identification consistent with national spatial data standards in addition to a street address. Continue reading →

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Government Policies Increase Housing Prices

Posted on November 5, 2010 by matt ohern

How land use regulations make housing more expensive. Continue reading →

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Minimum Lot Size: What is it Good for? Absolutely Nothing.

Posted on July 21, 2010 by matt ohern

The perceived public policy benefits that are realized from zoning are all derived from the density and not necessarily the minimum lot size. Eliminating minimum lot size would allow clustering by-right, creating a number of positive outcomes. Continue reading →

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So, You Want to Build More Affordable Housing? Here's How….

Posted on June 9, 2010 by matt ohern

Everyone wants to feel like they are “pro-housing.” But, just what does that mean? Here’s an answer. Continue reading →

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