Furman Center Policy Briefs
March, 25 2008: The Effects of Inclusionary Zoning on Local Housing Markets: Lessons from the San Francisco, Washington DC and Suburban Boston Areas
This policy brief summarizes the Furman Center's research on the effects of Inclusionary Zoning policies on housing markets in the San Francisco, Washington D.C. and suburban Boston areas. The analysis provides local decision-makers with valuable evidence on the impacts of IZ -- a popular but often-controversial affordable housing policy.
July, 25, 2007: The Benefits of Business Improvement Districts: Evidence from New York City
This policy brief summarizies the Furman Center's empirical analysis of the effects that Business Improvement Districts have on commercial property values. This brief explores what these findings mean, and how they can be used to better understand the role these organizations play in local economic development.