The Garden State Takes a New Approach to Expanding Affordable Housing
Recent legislation in New Jersey could provide inspiration for eliminating affordable housing hurdles in other places with strong housing markets
What's Standing in the Way of Building Housing Near Transit Stops
Two recent studies look at the factors hindering housing development near rapid transit
Models of Affordability: Houston, Beyond Zoning
Limited land use regulations have certainly helped the city's housing affordability, but for low-income residents, policies such as inclusionary zoning may not be enough
The Link Between Land-Use Reforms and Housing Development
Minneapolis has managed to increase housing supply while keeping rents in check. The key? New land-use regulations and policies to encourage housing construction
New Law Streamlines San Francisco's Approval Process for Housing
The Constraints Reduction Legislation aims to speed up the permitting process for the construction of much-needed housing in the city
Atlanta Urban Infill Project Innovates With Off-Site Methods
Clayton's CrossMod homes in Atlanta show how combining off-site construction with flexible urban zoning policies could move the needle for affordable housing
'Urban Dinosaurs,' 'Scamazon,' Green New Deal Among Chief Issues for U.S. Cities in 2019
In 2019, U.S. cities will continue to adapt to 10 major issues, including rising…
Reclaimed Hotels Proving as Useful Infill Solution
Over the past five years, a growing share of nonprofits, local governments, and developers are…
Minneapolis City Council Approves Upzoning Plan
The Minneapolis City Council recently approved the 2040 comprehensive plan, which would allow multi-family structures to go up in neighborhoods…
Aldermanic Prerogative's Role in Continuing the Cycle of Segregation
“A City Fragmented” is the title of pioneering analysis on the effects of the power of…
Limiting Living Large in Boulder
Boulder, Colo.'s City Council recently held an emergency vote to curb permit issuance for…
Seattle Can Move Forward With ADU Legislation
The City of Seattle and its residents have long been at odds over the value of…
San Francisco's Historic Zoning Policies Influence Today's Housing Crisis
Reporting from Collectors Weekly looks at how San Francisco’s early zoning laws led to the high-price, low-density neighborhoods…
Affordability
Much Ado About ADUs—a Popular Housing Alternative
Whether they're for extended family or a source of rental income, accessory dwelling units are a popular alternative in high-cost housing markets
Regulations
The Far Reaching Effects of Land-Use Regulation
Land-use regulations can cause headaches for more than just builders, as higher land-use regulations are undeniably linked with high rents. Rent…
