And wildcat subdivisions are very popular. A 1997 report found that over 40 percent of all new, single-family building permits issued by Pima County were for this type of development. Not surprisingly, this is costing the county a bundle. There are other options. Smart-growth can lower infrastructure costs and tax bills.
Smart growth can save taxpayers a lot of money.
In turn, reducing the subsidies hidden in water and sewer line construction will slow sprawl.