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Patrick F. Fox
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Strategic advocacy, land use politics and survey research when not consuming news and exuding sarcasm.
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How to Identify When a Competitor Is Secretly Fighting Your Project

Competitor-generated opposition is widespread, sophisticated, and almost always covert. And it’s far more dangerous than typical NIMBY resistance because it’s supported by real resources: lawyers, engineers, organizers, and somet
How to Identify When a Competitor Is Secretly Fighting Your Project
Competitor-generated opposition is widespread, sophisticated, and almost always covert. And it’s far more dangerous than typical NIMBY resistance because it’s supported by real resources: lawyers, engineers, organizers, and sometimes entire PR firms. The post How to Identify When a Competitor Is Secretly Fighting Your Project appeared first on Consensus Strategies.
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December 16, 2025 at 9:25 AM
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Truth Isn’t Enough: Why Developers Keep Losing Land Use Fights

Unfortunately, in land use politics, truth is necessary for developers—but optional for opponents. The post Truth Isn’t Enough: Why Developers Keep Losing Land Use Fights appeared first on Consensus Strategies.
Truth Isn’t Enough: Why Developers Keep Losing Land Use Fights
Unfortunately, in land use politics, truth is necessary for developers—but optional for opponents. The post Truth Isn’t Enough: Why Developers Keep Losing Land Use Fights appeared first on Consensus Strategies.
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December 10, 2025 at 7:31 AM
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#cre #landusepolitics #nimby | Consensus Strategies
Elected officials are unlikely to stand up against a room full of passionate and angry constituents - regardless of promises & assurances made. https://lnkd.in/gn9ix4Bq #CRE #LandUsePolitics #NIMBY
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December 9, 2025 at 6:01 PM
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#cre #landusepolitics #nimby | Consensus Strategies
Odds are stacked against new development in the US. 73% of Americans do not want new projects in their communities and most believe the system is unfair. https://lnkd.in/gn9ix4Bq #CRE #LandUsePolitics #NIMBY
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December 4, 2025 at 4:18 PM
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The Myth of Fake Protesters & the Real Force Developers Ignore

When a room fills with angry residents, the first question developers often ask is: “Are these people paid?” The post The Myth of Fake Protesters & the Real Force Developers Ignore appeared first on Consensus Strategies.
The Myth of Fake Protesters & the Real Force Developers Ignore
When a room fills with angry residents, the first question developers often ask is: “Are these people paid?” The post The Myth of Fake Protesters & the Real Force Developers Ignore appeared first on Consensus Strategies.
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December 2, 2025 at 8:33 AM
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They are not here to negotiate or suggest improvements. The goal is to obstruct, delay and destroy.
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November 25, 2025 at 5:45 PM
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Why Good Projects Fail and How Strategic Advocacy Can Save Them

“Every development project…is inherently political. A zoning approval or environmental review is not just a box to check; it’s a flashpoint for debate.” The post Why Good Projects Fail and How Strategic Advocacy Can Save Them appeare
Why Good Projects Fail and How Strategic Advocacy Can Save Them
“Every development project…is inherently political. A zoning approval or environmental review is not just a box to check; it’s a flashpoint for debate.” The post Why Good Projects Fail and How Strategic Advocacy Can Save Them appeared first on Consensus Strategies.
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November 24, 2025 at 9:13 PM
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There's no crying in Land Use Politics!
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November 24, 2025 at 2:21 PM
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You have tpo be ready for them. They show up at virtually every public hearing. No surprises & the strategy for dealing with each is different.
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November 22, 2025 at 11:10 AM
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#cre #landusepolitics #nimby | Consensus Strategies
Elected officials are unlikely to stand up against a room full of passionate and angry constituents - regardless of promises & assurances made. https://lnkd.in/gn9ix4Bq #CRE #LandUsePolitics #NIMBY
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November 11, 2025 at 6:01 PM
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#cre #landusepolitics #nimby | Consensus Strategies
Odds are stacked against new development in the US. 73% of Americans do not want new projects in their communities and most believe the system is unfair. https://lnkd.in/gn9ix4Bq #CRE #LandUsePolitics #NIMBY
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November 6, 2025 at 4:18 PM
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They are not here to negotiate or suggest improvements. The goal is to obstruct, delay and destroy.
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October 28, 2025 at 4:46 PM
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There's no crying in Land Use Politics!
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October 27, 2025 at 1:21 PM
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You have tpo be ready for them. They show up at virtually every public hearing. No surprises & the strategy for dealing with each is different.
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October 25, 2025 at 10:10 AM
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#cre #landusepolitics #nimby | Consensus Strategies
Elected officials are unlikely to stand up against a room full of passionate and angry constituents - regardless of promises & assurances made. https://lnkd.in/gn9ix4Bq #CRE #LandUsePolitics #NIMBY
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October 14, 2025 at 5:01 PM
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#cre #landusepolitics #nimby | Consensus Strategies
Odds are stacked against new development in the US. 73% of Americans do not want new projects in their communities and most believe the system is unfair. https://lnkd.in/gn9ix4Bq #CRE #LandUsePolitics #NIMBY
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October 9, 2025 at 3:18 PM
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They are not here to negotiate or suggest improvements. The goal is to obstruct, delay and destroy.
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September 30, 2025 at 4:45 PM
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There's no crying in Land Use Politics!
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September 29, 2025 at 1:21 PM
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You have tpo be ready for them. They show up at virtually every public hearing. No surprises & the strategy for dealing with each is different.
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September 27, 2025 at 10:10 AM
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September 16, 2025 at 5:01 PM
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September 11, 2025 at 3:17 PM
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They are not here to negotiate or suggest improvements. The goal is to obstruct, delay and destroy.
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September 2, 2025 at 4:46 PM
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There's no crying in Land Use Politics!
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September 1, 2025 at 1:22 PM
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You have tpo be ready for them. They show up at virtually every public hearing. No surprises & the strategy for dealing with each is different.
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August 30, 2025 at 10:11 AM
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The Independent Institute of California is awarding NIMBY groups with an award that highlights their part in creating and exacerbating the state’s severe housing crisis. Great way to highlight the insanity.
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Not in Anybody’s Backyard: News Release - Independent Institute
Oakland, CA—Once a champion of growth, California has become the face of anti-development obstruction. The housing crisis in the once-Golden State has
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August 27, 2025 at 9:28 PM