Land Use Zoning: The Answer to Housing Affordability? A Look at Aukland, New Zealand and Minneapolis, Minnesota

For many individuals, purchasing their first home is a monumental step which they look forward to for years. Homes are one of the most valuable assets individuals purchase within their lifetime. In the current housing market, reaching this milestone is becoming more and more difficult for individuals. Adequate and affordable housing is scarce. This is not just an issue plaguing the United States, but it is an issue many metro areas worldwide currently face.