Changes in the housing market during the last two decades have cast neighborhood stability and physical and social change in a new light. In addition, Prop. 13, pressures on the housing stock, the aftermath of the Loma Prieta Earthquake and economic development initiatives have drawn further attention to questions of neighborhood preservation and public services. The balance of the grade will be determined by the quality of class participation and presentations.
Students are to present findings in both written form and in a final oral presentation.
Each student must consult with the instructor prior to February 15 concerning choice of neighborhood study area. In addition, strategy consultations are required for each student as research on the final paper proceeds. A written prospectus for these consultations will be prepared by each student according to specified guidelines. All reading from class texts are required. It is expected that motivated graduate students will pursue supplementary readings as class texts constitute only a minimum level of information.