Could Ithaca’s Zoning Overhaul Offer Solutions for London’s Housing Crisis?
As London grapples with a persistent housing shortage and escalating costs, the city of Ithaca, New York, is implementing a comprehensive zoning…
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Minneapolis’s Housing Strategy: Lessons for London’s Rent Inflation Battle?
Minneapolis's approach to zoning and housing density, which has reportedly helped stabilise rents amidst population growth, offers potential insights for similar challenges…
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Massachusetts Eases Housing Variance Rules to Spur New Home Construction
New legislation in Massachusetts aims to accelerate housing development by simplifying the process for obtaining variances, a move intended to unlock the…
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US Housing Act Passes Without Presidential Signature, Aiming to Boost Supply and Lower Costs
A significant housing reform bill, the 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act, has become law in the United States following the President's…
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Tacoma Sees 62% Surge in Housing Pipeline Post-Zoning Overhaul
A year after implementing significant zoning changes, Tacoma has experienced a substantial increase in housing permits, indicating a positive response to relaxed…
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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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Massachusetts ADU Law Falls Short of Housing Production Goals
A new state law intended to boost accessory dwelling unit (ADU) construction in Massachusetts has produced fewer new homes than anticipated, with…
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Chicago’s Equitable Transit-Oriented Development Plan Shows Progress in Affordable Housing and Urban Vibrancy
A new report highlights significant progress in Chicago's Equitable Transit-Oriented Development (ETOD) plan, five years after its adoption. The initiative aims to…
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Editorial Debate: ‘Builders’ Mouthpiece’ Accusation Highlights Tensions in US Urban Development Discourse
A recent editorial in *The Urbanist* addresses being labelled a "builders' media mouthpiece" by *The Seattle Times*, revealing deeper tensions and differing…
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