Massachusetts Town Sues State Over Housing Development on Public Land
Wellesley, Massachusetts, has filed a lawsuit challenging the state's plan to build 180 housing units on a state-owned parking lot, citing concerns…
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Bellevue’s Wilburton Rezoning Shows Promise for Housing Affordability
A year into its implementation, Bellevue's Wilburton neighbourhood rezoning policy is attracting significant housing development, with early indications that its "funded inclusionary…
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The Case for a London-Wide Zoning Reform: Streamlining Development for a Growing City
This column examines the arguments for and against a comprehensive reform of London's zoning regulations, exploring how a more flexible approach could…
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US Mayors Unite on Housing Crisis as Top Urban Priority
A bipartisan consensus emerged at the U.S. Conference of Mayors, with leaders from across the nation identifying affordable housing as the most…
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Illinois Governor Pledges Continued Housing Efforts Amidst Zoning Bill Setback
Governor Pritzker vows to pursue housing initiatives despite a recent legislative hurdle in Illinois, as a statewide zoning proposal faced opposition from…
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HUD’s Point-in-Time Count May Underestimate Homelessness by Overlooking “Doubled Up” Situations
HUD's Point-in-Time Count May Underestimate Homelessness by Overlooking "Doubled Up" Situations
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Candidates Vie for NYC Congressional Seat, Emphasising Urbanism and Federal Support
Four candidates seeking to succeed Rep. Nydia Velazquez in New York's Seventh Congressional District outline their visions for federal support of cities,…
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Chicago’s Clybourn Place Redevelopment Highlights Policy Failures in Urban Land Use
A proposed retail development in Chicago's Clybourn Place is drawing criticism for prioritizing car-centric retail over much-needed housing, revealing systemic policy issues…
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Seattle Court Ruling Imperils State Housing Reforms
A Washington Court of Appeals decision has reopened environmental review for Seattle's Comprehensive Plan, raising concerns about the effectiveness of recent state…
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Illinois Housing Plans Stall Amidst Legislative Session Wrap-up
Governor JB Pritzker's proposals for multi-unit housing in Illinois faced significant hurdles during the spring legislative session, ultimately failing to advance.
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