Abstract
We propose a microeconomic foundation for transportation and land use choice model integration based on the theory of home production. A utility function is developed that considers both household monetary expenditure and individual time use. We introduce a parallel constrained multiple discrete-continuous extreme value (MDCEV) structure that allows for the inclusion of multi-person households in the model. An empirical application is provided for the Greater Toronto Area using a validated synthetic dataset. Empirical results demonstrate an economy of scale in time devoted to home production, analogous to scaling exhibit in market production. It was found that the mix of dwelling types (detached, apartment, etc.) has a significant influence on both time use and consumption. Finally, we provide several directions for future research to advance the practice of urban modelling and better capture the complex dynamics of household decision-making.
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