Wilson, Barbara B. (Barbara Brown)2014-10-032018-01-222018-01-222014-05May 2014http://hdl.handle.net/2152/26269textInspired by the recent rise in interest surrounding the Sharing Economy, this report seeks to provide insight into the potential for sharing in cities. I focus my attention on land; as one of the scarcest resources in urban areas land holds some of the greatest potential for sharing. I strive to develop an awareness of the challenges against and opportunities for shareable approaches to land use and development of city-owned land. Through interviews and archival research I explore a variety of projects, programs and initiatives in Austin, TX and San Francisco, CA. Based on my findings I provide suggestions for the City of Austin in developing a more shareable approach to land use and development.application/pdfenSharingSharing economyShareablePublic spaceCity-owned landPublic landUrbanPlanningLand developmentLand useThesis2014-10-03