If We Don't Build It, They Won't Come

Even as the demand for housing increases, fewer homes are being built in Southern California. The slowing economy and growth foes are blamed.

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May 24, 2001, 9:30 AM PDT

By Gwen Hilburn

Growth foes maintain that infrastructure growth has not kept pace with the population increase. Proponents of growth see this no-growth attitude as short-sighted -- growth is the sign of a healthy economy. Comprehensive government planning is needed to prevent piecemeal solutions.

Thanks to Gwenn Hilburn

FULL STORY: Fewer New Homes Go on the Block Even as Demand Swells

Monday, May 21, 2001 in The Los Angeles Times

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