An Even Better Way to Zone: Achieving More Affordable, Equitable, and Sustainable Communities | Synapse
June 26, 2026
An Even Better Way to Zone: Achieving More Affordable, Equitable, and Sustainable Communities
Key Points
The primary aim is to assess how zoning can be reformed to foster more affordable and sustainable communities.
Analysis of current zoning practices and their impact on housing affordability.
Comparative review of effective zoning reforms in various municipalities.
Stakeholder engagement to gather diverse perspectives on zoning needs.
Proposes new zoning strategies that increase housing supply while enhancing community sustainability.
Identifies key barriers to effective zoning reform, including political and economic challenges.
Highlights successful case studies that demonstrate improved affordability and equity.
Abstract
Zoning, arguably the most important tool in the land use planner’s toolbox, has recently come under fire, receiving blame for the nation’s affordable housing crisis, sprawling urban landscape, and ...