A hidden rule in city planning may be quietly making housing more expensive.
In this episode, we explore how parking minimums force developers to build more parking than the market may actually need — and how those costs can flow into higher rents, bigger construction budgets, and less flexible urban design. We break down why cities are rethinking these rules, what it means for renters and real estate investors, and how parking policy connects to housing affordability, density, and the future of urban development.
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