City living has become fashionable again. We are seeing investment in north St. Louis and across the U.S. as cities are welcoming new urban dwellers, primarily young professionals and retirees seeking easy, environmentally friendly access to entertainment, recreation and jobs.
As developers and the real estate market respond, policymakers and planners must keep affordability and equity top of mind, particularly for existing populations – often low-income and poor people – who risk being ignored…