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Understanding and Overcoming the NIMBY Syndrome

Michael Dear
Pages 288-300 | Published online: 26 Nov 2007
 
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Abstract

To comprehend and overcome the NIMBY (not-in-my-backyard) syndrome, planners should understand the nature of typical opposition arguments, the factors that determine community attitudes, and the range of alternative community relations strategies available to them. This paper examines these topics in terms of human services planning.

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