Welfare gains from removing land-use distortions: an analysis of urban change in post-apertheid South Africa

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A simplified version of the standard urban model was used to analyze the effect of eliminating apartheid land-use restrictions in South Africa. The analysis of spatial reorganization of South African cities focuses on the effects of land markets. The black population is found to compete for land near the center of employment when freedom of residential location is granted. Blacks stand to enjoy the benefit of reduced commuting expenses as a result of such a reorganization, even if housing costs continue to rise.

Models, South Africa, Metropolitan areas, Urban land use

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Spatial mismatch: an equilibrium analysis

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A research aimed at analyzing an urban equilibrium model with spatial mismatch of African-Americans and Caucasians. The spatial mismatch hypothesis claims that low incomes and high unemployment rates for black Americans is influenced by the decentralization of employment in the cities. The research's mismatch model, which places black American's residence areas in a monocentric central area, is then, put in contrast with an equilibrium model without restrictions on their place of residence.

Employment, African Americans, Commuting

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Tiebout choice and residential segregation by race in US metropolitan areas, 1980-2000

Article Abstract:

The association between Tiebout choice and racial residential segregation in United States metropolitan areas is examined. Local government fragmentation may lead to an increase in residential segregation by races.

United States, Public affairs, Social aspects

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