Commentary on William Fischel’s The Evolution of Zoning Since the 1980s: The Persistence of Localism

Abstract

William Fischel occupies a premier niche in the pantheon of American scholars of land use policy. Over the course of his distinguished career, he has exhibited an exceptional knack for bringing theory to reality and reality to theory. His chapter exhibits many of his characteristic strengths-a command of a wide range of literatures, a holistic and sophisticated view of local government, and an engaging and down-to-earth writing style.