Common Sense – Most growth-related issues are relatively simple. Sound decisions can be made on the basis of common sense, without assistance from complex technical studies, which tend to be misused and often biased.

Government Studies – Government studies of the impacts of growth and the likely effectiveness of mitigation plans provide a sound and reliable basis for decision-making.

Business/Developer Plans – Developers routinely conduct exhaustive impact studies, and prepare development plans that accurately reflect areas of concern and assess mitigation options.

Environmental Research – Research sponsored by environmental groups offers the most reliable assessment of the true cost of urban growth.

Media – Newspapers, radio, and television offer sound and objective analyses of growth management options.

Some frames center around key facts in the dispute itself:

Newcomers Don't Pay Their Way – Rules governing infrastructure development associated with population growth favor newcomers. Existing residents must absorb significant financial costs associated with growth.

Infrastructure Development Will Alleviate Congestion – Ongoing infrastructure development plans will be able to eliminate the congestion associated with growth.