END 301 Lecture Notes - Lecture 3: Lenape, Open Space Technology, Pike Place Market
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Tragedy of commons ex) no regulation over fish in ocean not belonging to anyone, fish become extinct because it is free (apart from paying for means of getting fish) Ex) robert moses plan for highways in nyc; skyway in buffalo cutting through park system. Organized opposition to proposed land uses proximate to existing residential communities. Nimby-ism can be reflected in zoning ordinances: ex) delaware"s quality of life act (1988) had delaware"s 3 counties encourage more affordable housing in their comprehensive land use planning. Lulu: locally unwanted land uses: additional houses, adult uses, religious uses, mining, non-retain in retail districts, billboards, mobile home, political signs, large-scale retails, consequences: Local citizens can vote to reelect the public officials. Have personal and psychological investments in the community. Public investments determine a framework (streets, squares, parks, public buildings) The public: ex) community boards in nyc (n=59) Consists of 50 unsalaried members appointed by the borough presidents (half nominated by district"s city council members)