Market Urbanism

Liberalizing cities | From the bottom up

“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.

Planned Manufacturing Districts: Planning the Life Out of Districts

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They are called different things in different cities, but they are similar in form and intent among the cities where they are found.  For simplicity's sake, a Planned Manufacturing District (PMD), as they are called in Chicago, is an area of land, defined by zoning, that prohibits residential … [Read more...]

NYC 20-Somethings’ Stagnant Wages and Higher Cost of Living

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I need help with this one. Is this a phenomenon of statistical cherry-picking or a true trend that should worry us? New York Observer - A Yoke for the White Collar New York’s college grads now hustle for jobs paying 1970s wages. Meet their coping mechanism—massive debt! A younger New Yorker … [Read more...]

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