Reevluating Development In Free-market Houston

As the effects of Houston's continued outward sprawl hit suburbanites as well as those in the city, there are renewed calls to examine planning issues.

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June 14, 2005, 2:00 PM PDT

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

"While political and civic leaders in Houston's free-market culture remain averse to restraining growth, pressure from activists is leading to a more inclusive process for planning the transportation investments that influence where development occurs."

Thanks to Eric Arzola

Read the full story: As Houston adds sprawl, the consequences multiply

Monday, June 13, 2005 in The Houston Chronicle

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