Mediating Land Use Disputes: Pros and Cons

by Lawrence E. Susskind, Mieke van der Wansem, Armand Ciccarelli

Land use planning in America began with a concern for the efficient allocation of land, but has shifted to a concern for procedural fairness in allocating public resources, which requires increased stakeholder participation. As outlined in this policy focus report, research has shown that consensus building produces more satisfying outcomes by preparing parties to deal with their differences in the future, gain confidence in the role of government, and empower themselves and others to take greater responsibility for land use decisions that affect them.

40 pages, Paperback

First published April 28, 2000