> 1. Most state representatives need to please the NIMBY if they hope to state elected
NIMBYism is primarily a regional issue, even in California. There are lots of state representatives from districts in which constituents primarily care about other things. Having a jobs-to-housing ratio that is far out of balance is not at the top of the minds of voters from Fresno.
> 2. If the government does lay out a plan, it is easy enough to override with a ballot initiative.
NIMBYism is primarily a regional issue, even in California. There are lots of state representatives from districts in which constituents primarily care about other things. Having a jobs-to-housing ratio that is far out of balance is not at the top of the minds of voters from Fresno.
> 2. If the government does lay out a plan, it is easy enough to override with a ballot initiative.
It's not that easy, for the same reason.