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Parking Rules Are Changing Fast | Concord News
Cities across the U.S. are ditching decades-old parking mandates that once forced developers to build massive lots—now seen as a major driver of housing costs. Since 2019, 14 states and over 100 cities have rolled back or eliminated these rules, sparking a housing affordability revolution. Developers see it as a way to save money and build better amenities, while environmentalists applaud less pavement and cleaner waterways. California led the charge in 2023 by banning parking requirements near transit, followed by Oregon, Connecticut, and North Carolina. Critics worry about congestion, lost…
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