Helena Habitat for Humanity Aims to Build 1,000 Affordable Homes
A new Habitat for Humanity project in Helena, Mont., aims to deliver 1,000 affordable housing units and outdoor community amenities
How Eminent Domain May Be Used to Respond to Climate Crises
Eminent domain, which grants the government power to take private property for public use, has displaced thousands of Americans for the sake of infrastructure in the past, but it may be used for a better purpose in a global climate crisis
Soil Connect Is Moving Dirt and Building Relationships
Cliff Fetner created Soil Connect so builders and developers could more easily move dirt and other aggregates from jobsite to jobsite, but it has expanded to become something much more
NAHB Develops Land Use Resources for Home Builders and Buyers
NAHB Chairman's Message: An NAHB Land Development Committee working group is creating educational resources to help make land-use policy information more accessible
How to Transform a Non-View Lot Into an Eye-Catching Home Site
Not everyone can afford to pay a premium for sought-after view lots, but following these design tips can turn any basic yard into a charming outdoor living space
North Carolina Habitat for Humanity Buys 100 Acres of Land for Workforce Housing
The Sandhills, NC, office recently bought 100 acres of land to build workforce housing for hundreds of families
Outdoor Living
How to Transform a Non-View Lot Into an Eye-Catching Home Site
Not everyone can afford to pay a premium for sought-after view lots, but following these design tips can turn any basic yard into a charming outdoor living space
Land Planning
North Carolina Habitat for Humanity Buys 100 Acres of Land for Workforce Housing
The Sandhills, NC, office recently bought 100 acres of land to build workforce housing for hundreds of families
Affordability
These Are the Most Affordable Alternatives to Single-Family Homes
In a high-cost housing market, manufactured homes and vacant lots offer buyers an affordable alternative to single-family home purchases
Land Planning
Colorado HBA Receives Land Donation to Expand Workforce Development Programs
Careers in Construction Colorado recently received a land donation from the Case family valued at $2.8 million, which the nonprofit will use to expand its workforce development initiatives
Land Planning
A Lack of Vacant Land Is Leading to a Rise in Teardowns
In states where inventory is low and vacant land is scarce, builders are tearing down existing homes and starting from scratch
New-Home Sales
The Demise of the Starter Home—Here’s Why They’re Being Replaced
Rising land costs and shifting buyer preferences are forcing builders to replace entry level homes with larger, more expensive ones
Land Planning
Across the Country, Developers Are 'Fighting for Land'
A strong demand for homes and a lack of supply will mean land prices will continue to rise
Land Planning
Lot Values Reached Record Highs in 2021
Lot values for single-family detached housing starts surged to new highs across the majority of Census divisions in 2021
Land Planning
Share of Smaller Lots Rose to Record High During the Pandemic
A large share of new for-sale homes were built on smaller lots throughout the pandemic, even as buyer preferences shifted in favor of spacious living
Land Planning
The Nation’s Largest Builders Are Speeding up Land Purchases, but What Happens if the Market Cools?
Home builders across the U.S. are buying up lots at a lightning pace, but a cooling market could spell trouble for overconfident developers
