Cities Navigate Divergent Paths on Homelessness Post-Grants Pass Ruling
Three years after the Supreme Court's Grants Pass v. Johnson decision, cities are adopting contrasting strategies for addressing homelessness, with some increasing…
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US Homelessness Surges 27% Since 2013, HUD Report Highlights Shifting Trends
A new report from the US Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) reveals a significant long-term increase in homelessness, despite a…
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Charleston Aims for 3,500 Affordable Homes by 2032 with Accelerated Strategy
Charleston Aims for 3,500 Affordable Homes by 2032 with Accelerated Strategy
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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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The Urbanist Announces June Housing Forum and July Fundraiser
The Urbanist is hosting a candidate forum on housing policy and a summer fundraiser event, bringing together candidates and supporters to discuss…
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US Homelessness Sees Modest Drop Following Record Highs, HUD Report Indicates
The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) has released its annual report, showing a 3% decrease in homelessness nationwide. This…
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Palo Alto Pursues ‘Pro-Housing’ Designation Amidst Shifting Stance on Density
The Californian city, historically resistant to growth, is seeking a state designation that could unlock significant funding for housing projects by demonstrating…
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Wisconsin’s Largest Private Affordable Housing Complex Highlights Funding Complexities
A new $197 million housing development in Milwaukee, set to become Wisconsin's largest private affordable housing complex, underscores the intricate financial mechanisms…
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Pacific Northwest Grapples with “Right to Cooling” Amidst Rising Heat Extremes
Tenant advocates are pushing for legislation requiring landlords to install cooling systems as extreme heat events become more frequent, while some progress…
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Bellevue eyes expansion of housing incentives for developers
The city of Bellevue is considering extending a successful incentive program that encourages apartment construction by offering reduced affordability requirements to more…
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Seattle Debates Deep Cuts to Housing Affordability Fees Amidst Development Slowdown
A proposal to drastically reduce fees that fund affordable housing in Seattle is facing strong opposition, as advocates argue it could cripple…
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Denver Pioneers Sewage-Powered Thermal Energy Network
Denver is repurposing its historic steam heating system to use wastewater heat for 11 downtown buildings, aiming for significant cost savings and…
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