Tag Archive for: demographics

Building the New America: Report on trends shaping the migration of people and jobs

Report: Building the New America

How do we build a new urban model for America — one that is better aligned with the aspirations of most Americans? This newly released report examines the housing trends that are driving today's migration of people and jobs.
The "Be Someone" bridge

My Land Use without Zoning Event, TX #1 for Small Biz

by Tory Gattis — I will be speaking at "Land Use without Zoning: Putting Ideas into Practice", hosted by the Mercatus Center. Understanding how to navigate and remove land-use regulation barriers allows for a dynamic housing market and successful community development.
Winter freeze and power outage in TexasTerry Hammonds, CC 2.0 License

Grid Resilience, Repurposing River Oaks Theater, TX Migration and More

by Tory Gattis — Texas can improve grid reliability without extraordinary costs: treat gas pumps like critical infrastructure during blackouts! This simple paperwork blunder left Texans cold during the deadly freeze.
Housing elasticity and prices in 20 fast-growing U.S. metrosMarket Urbanism Report

Texas Startup Manifesto 2.0, Houston housing elasticity, remote work reshaping America, and more

by Tory Gattis — How does the Houston housing market achieve elasticity? Less regulation. The city famously lacks a zoning code, and many of its suburbs are also very pro-growth.
2019 World Series Poster

World Series Houspitality, HTX #1 for entrepreneurship higher ed, cities Americans are leaving, Austin’s fantasy, and more

by Tory Gattis — Houston Region May Account for Majority of Economic Gains in Texas over the next 25 years - roughly 30% of the state's growth, which is more than Dallas' 24%, but less than DFW combined.
What $800K buys in San Francisco vs. San Antonio

Ten Worst Things About Houston, Best State Rankings, Economic Diversification, and SF vs. TX Homes

Tory Gattis covers the Ten Worst Things About Houston, Best State Rankings, Economic Diversification, and SF vs. TX Homes in this weekly roundup. Texas ranked near the top for residents that feel their state is the best place to live: standard of living and trust in state government are key reasons.