Transit-Induced Gentrification or Vice Versa?

Problem, research strategy, and findings In the 1990s, some cities across United States invested significantly in expanding light rail transit (LRT) systems. As a result, transit-oriented development (TOD) near new stations became desirable planning goal for local governments lucrative to developers. this study we examined evidence of gentrification all LRT station areas before after opening these stations. We also tested prevalence specifically characterized as TODs. Longitudinal data seven regions, from 1970 2010, demonstrated signs proximity compared with control areas. By 2000, share White population grew stations, whereas percentage Black residents remained flat. From 1990 found based on both demographic economic indicators, including low-income populations. relationship among built environment variables index, which revealed positive correlation walkability, density, diversity variables. Our did not include compare differences effectiveness between market-rate versus affordable housing, should be part future research.Takeaway practice The results aid planners policymakers understanding patterns Planners concerned negative effects well open. provides need expand housing job opportunities mixed-use critical strategy reduce