Topic: NIMBYs
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Has the Golden Gate Bridge Been Ruined by These 'Ugly' Sculptures?
Some San Franciscans are not happy about the new public art at Crissy Field, which they claim obstructs views and looks like "giant steel droppings."
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George Lucas's Lesson to NIMBYs: Careful What You Wish For
The filmmaker lost a long-running zoning battle with his California neighbors. Now they may get something they want even less than a movie studio in their back yard: low-income housing.
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Videos
What if You Could See a Building's Impact in 3D Before It's Built?
Using augmented reality, people can see how proposed projects could benefit or burden their neighborhood.
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Democracy in America
As America Ages, NIMBYism Could Increase
Surveys show older people are more likely to actively oppose new development
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Urban Wonk
The Case for Strengthening Urban Property Rights
We'll never escape from NIMBY sentiments, but local governments can take steps to ensure everyone benefits from new development
