Megan Kimble, Author at Texas Monthly

3 Articles

Franklin Grove, which overlooks the vacant lot Anmol Mehra plans to build on.

September 15, 2022

Why Bringing More Affordable Housing to Austin Is a Block-by-Block Battle

A recent neighborhood fight demonstrates how the outsized influence of existing homeowners restricts supply in a city that badly needs 135,000 new homes.

By Megan Kimble

Travel & Outdoors|

April 11, 2022

The Great Springs Project Aims to Build a 100-Mile Hike-and-Bike Trail From Austin to San Antonio

The nonprofit effort will cost hundreds of millions and preserve 50,000 acres over the fragile Edwards Aquifer. Can it be done?

By Megan Kimble

Writing “Love Letters” Can Give Home Buyers an Edge—and Open the Door to Discrimination

News & Politics|

August 31, 2021

Writing “Love Letters” Can Give Home Buyers an Edge—and Open the Door to Discrimination

As home prices skyrocket in Texas, buyers will try anything to stand out—and neuroscience shows these letters work. But housing experts say the implications are troubling.

By and Megan Kimble