Sprawl Export-Import: Flavors and Market Implications

Session: Sprawl Export and Import

April 1, 2:30 PM

Arthur C. Nelson, Ph.D, FAICP
Virginia Tech / Alexandria Center

Abstract

When sprawl in exported from one state to an adjacent state, the exporting state typically keeps the jobs but causes long commutes for workers seeking lower-cost housing. Importing states often are unprepared to handle the costly infrastructure improvements, traffic congestion, or loss of open space.

Sprawl Export-Import: Flavors and Market Implications

Author and Copyright Information

Arthur C. Nelson, Ph.D, FAICP
Professor & Director, Graduate Studies
Urban Affairs & Planning
Virginia Tech / Alexandria Center
acn@vt.edu