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“Market Urbanism” refers to the synthesis of classical liberal economics and ethics (market), with an appreciation of the urban way of life and its benefits to society (urbanism). We advocate for the emergence of bottom up solutions to urban issues, as opposed to ones imposed from the top down.

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New Report by CMU and AHLA: The Case for Ending Parking Requirements in Downtown Los Angeles

May 3, 2018 By Adam Hengels

The Center for Market Urbanism released its first policy report in partnership with Abundant Housing Los Angeles.  The paper, written by The Center for Market Urbanism's Nolan Gray and Emily Hamilton, recommends eliminating minimum parking requirements as part of DTLA 2040, a process which will … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Announcements, Los Angeles, parking, planning, Policy Tagged With: Abundant Housing LA, AHLA, Los Angeles, minimum parking requirements, parking

Market Urbanism Sessions at #FEEcon 2017

May 16, 2017 By Adam Hengels

We've finalized the lineup for the Market Urbanism track at #FEEcon 2017 in Atlanta June 15-17.  It's loaded with great sessions from urbanists, economists, and activists.  Don't forget, you can use the code MU40off for a 40% discount.Recently added: "The Great Urbanism vs Suburbanism Debate" … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Announcements Tagged With: #FEEcon

Sandy Ikeda’s “Eyes on Brooklyn Heights” Jane’s Walk this Sunday

May 4, 2017 By Adam Hengels

Sandy Ikeda has led a Brooklyn Heights Jane's Walk every year since 2011 in celebration of Jane Jacobs' 101st birthday.  Meet at the steps of Borough Hall (facing the Plaza and fountain) Sunday May 7th at 12:15. When you think of a city you like, what comes to mind? Can a city be a work of art? How … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Announcements, Jane Jacobs Tagged With: brooklyn, Brooklyn Heights, Downtown Brooklyn, Jane Jacobs, Janes Walk, sanford ikeda

Burrowing Owls, Comic Books, and Telling Stories That Change the World

January 11, 2017 By Jeff Fong

[This article, originally published on the site Tech for Housing, has been updated. Mai-Cutler's kickstarter has a few days left. You can donate here.] How Burrowing Owls Lead To Vomiting Anarchists (Or SF’s Housing Crisis Explained) is Kim Mai-Cutler’s 2014 TechCrunch masterpiece exploring the … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Announcements, housing

Join us in Brooklyn for Jane’s Walk 2014

May 1, 2014 By Adam Hengels

In addition to Sandy's traditional walks in Brooklyn Heights, I will be hosting a walk through Downtown Brooklyn preceding Sandy's Sunday walk.Here's a link to my walk, although they mistakenly listed it for Saturday morning instead of Sunday morning.  Hopefully, they can fix this, because I … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Announcements, Jane Jacobs Tagged With: Author: Sandy Ikeda, Brooklyn Heights, broooklyn, Downtown Brooklyn, Janes Walk

Market Urbanist Meetup [Manhattan Edition] March 22, 2014

March 12, 2014 By Adam Hengels

Market Urbanists will be gathering again in New York City for an informal meet up.  Last year, we explored the fascinating ethnic neighborhoods of Williamsburg, Brooklyn.  This year, we'll meet in Midtown Manhattan, where some ethnic enclaves are nestled amongst towers and bustling streets.Come … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Announcements Tagged With: Herald Square, meetup, nyc

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