Zoning and the distribution of location rents: an empirical analysis of Harris County, Texas

Authors :: Groves, Jeremy R.
Helland, Eric
Source :: Land Economics. Feb, 2002, Vol. 78 Issue 1, p28, 17 p.
Publication Year :: 2002
Abstract: The article examines the link between municipal zoning and overall land values. Findings indicate that under zoning, property suitable for commercial use experiences a value decline, while property suitable for residential use experiences a value gain.

Subjects :: Harris County, Texas -- Economic aspects
Rents (Property) -- Demographic aspects
Income distribution -- Demographic aspects
Zoning -- Economic aspects
Real property -- Valuation
Valuation -- Methods
Agricultural industry
Economics
Environmental issues

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