| Sumario: | The article focuses on the "development motivation gap," which describes the differing priorities between developers and cities in urban growth. Developers prioritize financial feasibility, requiring projects to meet specific economic thresholds to proceed, while cities emphasize long-term community impacts such as infrastructure capacity, public services, and adherence to planning goals. This inherent tension is not a flaw but a necessary balance within the development system, with each side fulfilling distinct roles. Effective communication, early engagement, transparency, and intermediary roles like development facilitators can help bridge this gap by fostering mutual understanding of financial and regulatory constraints. The article argues that recognizing and working through this tension is essential for sustainable and successful development outcomes.
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