Things that are illegal to build in most American cities now (twitter.com)

Article summary

The article discusses things that are illegal to build in most American cities, but the text is not available. Commenters discuss zoning laws, deed restrictions, and land-use ordinances, with some arguing that Houston is not an example of a city without zoning. The conversation also touches on the history of zoning and its effects on urban development. The lack of affordable housing options, such as rooming houses and micro-units, is also mentioned as a contributing factor to homelessness.

Main themes

• Zoning laws and regulations
• Affordable housing and homelessness
• Urban development and planning
• Deed restrictions and land-use ordinances
• History of zoning and its effects
• Mixed-use development and micro-units
• Economic opportunity and government regulation

What commenters say

• Some argue that Houston is not an example of a city without zoning due to its deed restrictions and land-use ordinances.
• The lack of affordable housing options, such as rooming houses and micro-units, contributes to homelessness.
• Zoning laws prioritize car-centric development, leading to segregated land use and limited affordable housing options.
• Others argue that banning certain types of housing, such as those with shared living spaces, is not a solution to health hazards and may exacerbate homelessness.
• There is a need for a middle ground between 'fantastic' housing and homelessness, with more options for affordable and adequate housing.
• The history of zoning and its effects on urban development are complex and influenced by various factors, including deed restrictions and nuisance laws.
• Some cities are starting to allow for more mixed-use development and micro-units, but parking requirements and other regulations can still limit affordability.
• The relationship between zoning, housing affordability, and economic opportunity is complex and multifaceted, with different perspectives on the role of government regulation in addressing these issues.