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If Cavemen Had Zoning, We’d Still Be in Hides
If cavemen had zoning boards, we’d still be in hides. Today’s regulatory swamp punishes the productive and rewards the passive, turning progress into paperwork. What…
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Is Vermont Waging Economic Warfare on Its Own People?
Vermont’s legislature claims its policies serve the public good, but decades of restrictive regulations, rising taxes, and inaction on crime and addiction tell a different…
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Act 250: A Barrier to Vermont’s Economic Future
Act 250 was created to protect Vermont’s natural beauty, but its unintended consequences have hurt the state’s economy. By regulating housing and manufacturing out of…
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Vermont’s Housing Crisis: A Tale of Population Shifts, Overregulation, and Misguided Zoning Laws
Vermont’s housing crisis stems from uneven population shifts, restrictive zoning laws, and high development costs. Overregulation has stifled housing growth while escalating prices, leaving many…
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VT’s Landlord-Tenant Report Misses the Mark: Ignoring Reality Comes at a Cost
Vermont’s housing crisis reveals a hard truth: you can ignore reality, but not the consequences of ignoring reality. Soaring property taxes and overspending have driven…
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Around Vermont
December 6, 2024: Vermont communities tackled various challenges, including housing shortages, education reform, and legislative priorities. Addison and Franklin Counties focused on homelessness and economic…
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