Zohran Mamdani’s insurgent mayoral campaign focuses on housing, transit, and childcare amid coordinated, bigoted attacks. The post Who’s afraid of Zohran Mamdani? appeared first on San Francisco Bay View.| San Francisco Bay View
Los Angeles will become the mega events capital of the world over the next several years. During 2026 through 2028, our city will host—among other events—the FIFA World Cup, the Super Bowl, and the Olympic and Paralympic Games. Such mega events and the massive investments required to make them happen should have a positive impact […]| UNITE HERE Local 11
An overview of how developers finance affordable housing projects, including key considerations, associated risks, and tools available through the development process. The post Making Homes Make Cents: How Affordable Housing is Financed appeared first on The Sycamore Institute.| The Sycamore Institute
The post Green mentioned in a story about efforts to rebuild Asheville, North Carolina, after Tropical Storm Helene appeared first on USC Price.| USC Price
A public hearing will be set to consider a new set of zoning changes meant to encourage new housing built by small local developers. I| BridgeDetroit
Communities across Canada are learning more about new and evolving tools at their disposal to make climate-smart infrastructure decisions using a suite of services from Housing, Infrastructure and Communities Canada (HICC). The Climate Toolkit for Housing and Infrastructure combines three coordinated services — the Climate Help Desk, the Climate Insight Platform, and the Climate-Ready Infrastructure […] The post A closer look at Canada’s Climate Toolkit for Housing and Infrastructure ap...| Environmental Science & Engineering Magazine
Co-authored by Jens von Bergmann and cross-posted at MountainMath Residential floor space offers a common denominator for trying to standardize across a range of housing metrics (e.g. price pe…| Home: Free Sociology!
The era of simple decisions regarding window treatments is over. Where homeowners once navigated the binary choice between blinds and curtains, modern options now demand a strategic look at integrated technology, advanced functionality, and contemporary design. This evolution reflects a fundamental shift: window coverings are no longer mere accessories for privacy and shade but active […] The post What’s Next in Window Treatment Trends: Tech, Style, and Efficiency appeared first on Intell...| Intelligent Living
The dream of a new pool often peaks as summer approaches, but realizing that vision requires more than just enthusiasm. Transforming a backyard into a luxurious swimming retreat, particularly in the competitive Del Mar pol market, is a complex process. This project involves stringent permitting, detailed design work, and a significant pool construction timeline that […] The post Why Del Mar Pool Builders Recommend Early Planning for Summer Projects appeared first on Intelligent Living.| Intelligent Living
Modern Australian homes celebrate spacious, light-filled interiors, with open-plan living designed to connect spaces and people. This sense of freedom and flow is desirable, but it often presents a unique challenge. Without defined walls, how do you prevent a large, multifunctional area from feeling cold, impersonal, or undefined? The solution is found in deliberate and […] The post Adding Warmth and Personality to Modern Australian Open-Plan Homes appeared first on Intelligent Living.| Intelligent Living
A comfortable and well-heated home is a necessity during cold weather. Controlling high heating bills and environmental concerns makes energy efficiency a vital goal for every household. A warm home that uses energy wisely feels pleasant and reduces strain on your heating system. It also operates more smoothly throughout the season. Preparing before winter prevents […] The post 8 Smart Ways to Keep Your Home Warm and Save Energy this Winter appeared first on Intelligent Living.| Intelligent Living
(Daily Caller News Foundation) – Atlanta appears to have become the poster child for a nationwide surge in rental-application fraud, and landlords are paying the price. Rent for a two-bedroom apartment now hovers near $2,000 a month — well above what most residents can afford, The Wall Street Journal (WSJ) reported. As the city’s housing market overheats, a growing number of renters … Read more The post Rent prices ballooning in major US city following pervasive fraud by bums with l...| The Heartlander
Cuts at the state level mean the city’s initiative will be operating in a more financially constrained environment. The crux of the new effort will rely on the state’s Mass Save program, which funds energy efficiency upgrades around the state through ratepayer charges.| CommonWealth Beacon
WHEN silence falls after the storm, the real story begins. In Gaza, the bombs have gone quiet, but the sound of the rubble is louder than ever. The once lively streets have turned into narrow corridors between crumbling walls, where people walk cautiously, carrying their worries and their dreams. People are now returning to the […] The post Gaza Will Be Rebuilt! Israeli Occupation Has Failed! – Says Hamas! appeared first on Workers Revolutionary Party.| Workers Revolutionary Party
“Residents are sort of thinking, ‘If you can do that to Parkside, what about us?’” Outlier Media · Aaron Mondry · Neighborhood nonprofit attempts to stall $180M project on Detroit’s eastside| Outlier Media
GOEO and partners recently presented study findings to the Economic Development and Workforce Services Interim Committee The post Utah Resource and Infrastructure Housing Capacity Analysis appeared first on Governor's Office of Economic Opportunity.| Governor's Office of Economic Opportunity
EXCLUSIVE: ‘”Rome wasn’t built in a day”, but it never took this long’. More broken promises from the Paris-based developers as their housing scheme for the town centre is delayed again. By STEVEN DOWNES Their planning application was supposed to … Continue reading →| Inside Croydon
Once a decade, the census provides us with the unique opportunity to ask questions of the whole population of England and Wales. The information gathered from this monumental exercise is vital for the functioning of our society. But planning for a census is many years in the making. As Jason Zawadzki explains, first and foremost we need to ensure the topics we ask about reflect the needs of our users and meet the wider needs of society.| National Statistical
Jason M. Barr and Ronan C. Lyons October 22, 2025 The citizens of New York City are gearing up to pick a new mayor. On one side stands a candidate riding a wave of anger among those struggling to pay the rent and make ends meet. Realizing that land is at the| Building the Skyline - The Birth & Growth of Manhattan's Skyscrapers
Editor’s note: This article is adapted from a version published July 28, 2025, by the Minnesota Women’s Press. Two cities both intertwined and distinct, Minneapolis and Saint Paul have different approaches to solving similar housing problems — whether through city and county services, direct community aid, or both. Housing needs are a prominent issue in both the Minneapolis and Saint Paul mayoral races this year, as well as city council races. This story focuses on two major iss...| Streets.mn
Developer Acorn wants to build 45 homes on the brownfield site, but celebrities are leading a fierce opposition campaign, arguing it will harm Blackheath's "traditional low-rise, village character".| Salamander News - Community, climate and nature for Lewisham.
Phoenix delivers its second scheme in Lewisham which meets the highly sustainable, low energy building standard. This will reduce residents' energy bills and reduce greenhouse gas emissions.| Salamander News - Community, climate and nature for Lewisham.
Landsec's plans to redevelop Lewisham Shopping Centre and replace it with more than 1,700 homes plus co-living and student accommodation, have been recommended for approval by officers.| Salamander News - Community, climate and nature for Lewisham.
In this interview, we speak with Alícia HOMS, Member of the European Parliament (MEP). She has been part of the Disability Intergroup since joining the Parliament in 2019. Through her work in the Committees on Employment and Social Affairs, Transport and Tourism, and on the Housing Crisis, MEP Homs regularly raises the concerns of persons with […] The post Interview with MEP Alícia HOMS: “By prioritising accessible, affordable, and inclusive housing, the EU can empower persons with dis...| European Disability Forum
Across the U.S., more people than ever are searching for mortgage relief — a sign that some homeowners are feeling real financial pressure. According to MarketWatch, Google searches for “need help with my mortgage” recently hit their highest level since 2009. It’s definitely a trend we’re watching closely. But here’s why this isn’t a repeat […] The post Mortgage Relief Searches Hit 2009 Levels, But This Time Is Different appeared first on Huntsville Business Journal.| Huntsville Business Journal
Boom-Bust, Boom-Bust?| Wolf Street
September marks third year in a row of sales wobbling along crushed levels.| Wolf Street
Waiting for even lower mortgage rates comes on top of all the big issues that crush demand in the housing market.| Wolf Street
The Condo Bust is spreading, after the most extraordinary Condo Bubble maybe ever.| Wolf Street
Oakland, Austin, Cape Coral, New Orleans, San Francisco, Birmingham, Fort Myers, Washington DC, Sarasota, Denver, Hayward, Portland, Phoenix, Naples, St. Petersburg.| Wolf Street
Jackson Mayor John Horhn says he sees opportunities for growth even as the capital city faces housing and infrastructure challenges.| Mississippi Free Press
LEXINGTON, Ky. – Yesterday, the YMCA of Central Kentucky Board of Directors voted to move forward with the sale of its High Street property in its entirety to Florida-based developer Tramell Webb Partners, Inc. The decision follows a September 24 vote authorizing YMCA leadership to sign a contract with the developer and evaluate two options: […] The post YMCA Board approves selling entirety of its High Street property to student housing developer appeared first on Lane Report | Kentucky B...| Lane Report | Kentucky Business & Economic News
Younger generations are tired of being told that they merely need to cut back on avocado toast to get their foot on the first rung of the American dream.| Washington Examiner
Some federal solar credits are ending. Virginia installers rush to meet demand. | Daily Press
TRUE empowerment lies beyond the limits of capitalism, says SAFTU, the South African Federation of Trade Unions. A statement issued on Tuesday on behalf of SAFTU General Secretary Zwelinzima Vavi said: ‘The South African Federation of Trade Unions strongly opposes the Democratic Alliance’s (DA) Economic Inclusion for All Bill. ‘The DA’s proposed bill is a […] The post ‘We’ve got to get beyond the limits of capitalism’ say SAFTU trade unions appeared first on Workers Revolution...| Workers Revolutionary Party
AS A FAMILY medicine physician at Boston Medical Center, I have cared for hundreds of individuals and families experiencing homelessness over the last 20| CommonWealth Beacon
Exclusive: Funding for safety net services is evaporating in Santa Cruz County. Can local nonprofits soften the blow? | Santa Cruz Sentinel
South Florida’s housing market has slowed down from the torrid pace of the past several years. Yet, an annual ranking of global markets still ranks Miami as the riskiest in the world. However, that’s not a prediction of an impending collapse of home prices, said Jonathan Woloshin, head of U.S Real Estate Research at UBS […] The post ‘The risk levels are higher’: Miami is the number one housing market bubble in the world – again appeared first on Key Biscayne Independent.| Key Biscayne Independent
Panel flats continue to enjoy steady popularity across Hungary’s housing market, offering a broad price range that reflects both location and demand. But there are insane differences in price.| DailyNewsHungary
Hosted by Shane Phillips, the podcast continues to bridge the gap between academic research and real-world housing solutions.| UCLA Luskin
The pledge from Standard Communities’ Jeffrey Jaeger and Scott Alter will support innovative approaches to affordable housing.| UCLA Luskin
Global South urban informal settlements face evictions and weak services. Asma Banu’s story calls for secure tenure, basic services and dignity.| Urbanet
Mayor Daniel Lurie faced a tough crowd in the Sunset District last week. The packed recreation center — a last-minute venue change to take in more people — generally opposed the city’s plan to allow taller apartment buildings and denser blocks in their neighborhood and many others. The goal is to make room for 82,000 […] The post Daniel Lurie Warns of ‘Towers Everywhere’ If SF’s Housing Plan Fails appeared first on The Frisc.| The Frisc
A series of case studies to be read alongside our Pre-Approved Housing whitepaper.| Detroit Justice Center
The United States faces a severe housing shortage, compounded by affordability challenges, rising costs, population shifts, and a legacy of vacant properties. Pre-approved housing plans—standardized architectural designs vetted in advance for compliance with zoning and building codes—offer a powerful tool to accelerate construction, reduce costs, and support equitable redevelopment. | Detroit Justice Center
Columnist George Ochenski says that leaders are having to face the reality of diminishing water in the West and increased demand for housing.| Daily Montanan
The Daily Dirt details Zohran Mamdani’s sidewalk shed proposals.| The Real Deal
The first crack in the area’s suspension on new housing that relies on groundwater appears. The post Phoenix subdivision builds move ahead, despite water concerns appeared first on High Country News.| High Country News
This California county has some of the nation’s strictest protections for agricultural land, but developers are using a new exemption to house people who work the land. The post Ventura County is turning former farmland into affordable housing for farmworkers appeared first on High Country News.| High Country News
The Housing Development Economic Feasibility and Implementation Analysis for Palo Alto has concluded that not a single development prototype would be financially viable under current market conditions, reflecting the broader economic and policy gridlock paralyzing housing production across California.| Davis Vanguard
Findings from ADR Wales latest Data Insight are to be used to help develop the Welsh Government’s Migrant Integration Framework. Carried out by the ADR Wales Social Justice team, the work has looked at GP registrations of migrants in Wales. The Migrant Integration Framework for Wales was published in December 2023 and plays a key part in the Welsh Government’s...| Population Data Science
Gateway City leaders push for policies that link schools, housing, and community development to create vibrant, mixed-income neighborhoods where families and students can thrive. The post School-Centered Neighborhood Development Has Its Day on Beacon Hill first appeared on MassINC.| MassINC
Britain’s building drive faces a reality check: 1.5 million homes promised, but planning delays and local strain threaten delivery The post Getting Britain building again – but will it be enough? first appeared on North East Bylines.| North East Bylines
Wellfield School in Wingate is set to be given £437,616 as plans for 137 homes in nearby Wheatley Hill were approved The post Durham: school expansion to be funded by new homes first appeared on North East Bylines.| North East Bylines
The U.S. Senate passed the Renewing Opportunity in the American Dream (ROAD) to Housing Act of 2025 (S. 2651) on Oct. 9, as part of its version of the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA)—marking the first bipartisan, comprehensive housing package advanced in more than a decade. (MultiFamily Dive, Oct. 15) ROAD to Housing Act What’s […]| The Real Estate Roundtable
The National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) expired Oct. 1 as partisan gridlock in Washington dragged into a second week, halting new policies and renewals for millions of Americans and real estate transactions in flood-prone areas. State of Play Roundtable Advocacy Housing Impact Congressional leaders have vowed to revisit flood insurance reauthorization once the government restores […]| The Real Estate Roundtable
The real solution to traffic congestion is more housing and better public transit — not wider highways, which just lead to more driving.| Transform
If you’ve ever bought a home, you probably remember the wait. The endless signatures, the back-and-forth emails, the closing delays that somehow stretch into days. For Natalia Karayaneva, CEO of […]| Refresh Miami
The post When Your Landlord is a Frat appeared first on The Local.| The Local
Although work hasn't yet started on Surrey Canal station, development in the area is underway. The new station is considered a "critical enabler for 8,400 new homes" including Renewal's Group's vast "New Bermondsey" project.| Salamander News - Community, climate and nature for Lewisham.
Government ministers and Sadiq Khan are holding talks about reducing the affordable housing requirement on developers from 35% to 20%.| Salamander News - Community, climate and nature for Lewisham.
The Lewisham People’s Assembly is resisting the Lewisham Shopping Centre redevelopment plans, which one councillor called “abysmal”.| Salamander News - Community, climate and nature for Lewisham.
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Recently, Abacus Data partnered with the Canadian Real Estate Association (CREA) to conduct a comprehensive national survey examining the current state of housing in Canada. This report is the first in a new series exploring how Canadians are experiencing the housing crisis, with a focus on the growing challenges of affordability and accessibility that have […] The post 9 in 10 Canadians are Concerned About the State of Housing in Canada Today appeared first on Abacus Data.| Abacus Data
Landsec's "outline" plans were approved, despite concerns about the financial viability of the scheme, the low level of affordable housing and the rival application from Lewisham House No. 1.| Salamander News - Community, climate and nature for Lewisham.
The leaseholder of Lewisham House argues that its plans for the site should have been included in Landsec's Lewisham Shopping Centre masterplan, and that its scheme is "practical, viable, and ready to deliver".| Salamander News - Community, climate and nature for Lewisham.
ON SUNDAY, US president Donald Trump insisted that his ‘peace deal’ between the Palestinian resistance movement Hamas and the Israeli regime was holding despite the continued deadly strikes being carried out by Israeli Occupation Force troops in Gaza and the occupied West Bank. The Gaza Government Media Office yesterday reported that Israel has killed at […] The post Israeli regime deliberately violating ‘peace deal’ since very first day appeared first on Workers Revolutionary Party.| Workers Revolutionary Party
Homeownership is a key pathway to building wealth and stability, yet it remains inaccessible for most families of color in California.| The Greenlining Institute
This edition of The House Call explores new American Community Survey data comparing home values and rents to household incomes in Massachusetts cities. It also discusses a proposed rezoning in Boston that would allow for taller buildings downtown. The post Among Large Massachusetts Cities, Lawrence Had the Highest Home Value to Income Ratio in 2024 appeared first on Pioneer Institute.| Pioneer Institute
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Written by Yi-Ling Chen. This article traces Taiwan’s housing transformation, arguing that the state’s role remains central, and that its interventions have facilitated commodification, speculation, and inequality in Taiwan’s housing sector. It calls for restoring housing’s use value and reimagining it as a basic necessity. Continue reading| Taiwan Insight
Written by Zong-Rong Lee and Thung-Hong Lin. This article introduces the Taiwan Insight–IJTS special issue on the Topical Section “Transitions and Challenges in Taiwan’s Economy and Society.” Initiated as an open invitation to scholars worldwide, the Topical Section reflects on Taiwan’s economic transformation, convening debate on structural shifts, their consequences, and the pressing challenges shaping Taiwan’s future. Continue reading| Taiwan Insight
Tory leader Kemi Badenoch has said a future Conservative government would get rid of stamp duty. We look at what it might mean for the housing market The post Should stamp duty be scrapped? appeared first on Big Issue.| Big Issue
Nintendo’s latest Pokémon video game is out in the wild but bars on Lumiose City’s benches have sparked conversation on social media The post Pokémon Legends Z-A features anti-homeless hostile architecture: ‘Are you for real?!’ appeared first on Big Issue.| Big Issue
The head of CEO Sleepout wants us all to be angry. And to turn that into action The post Oxford university lecturers are turning to food banks. The scandal is that it’s no longer shocking appeared first on Big Issue.| Big Issue
Architects: Taillandier Architectes Associés (TAA Toulouse)Area: 5,122 m²Year: 2024Photography: Roland Halbe, Philippe RolLead Architects: Marinell Van Wyk (Associated Head of Project), Jean-Baptiste Blondel (Deputy Head of Project)Associated Architect: MR3AClient: GreenCity Immobilier | Sporting PromotionEnvironmental Certification: NF Habitat, EffinatureCity: Rue Jean Rodier, Montaudran District, ToulouseCountry: France Home Spirit by Taillandier Architectes Associés reimagines collectiv...| ArchitectureLab
Architects: Foster + PartnersArea: 96,000 m²Year: 2025Photography: Nigel Young / Foster + PartnersLead Architects: Luke Fox, Perry IpCity/Location:| Architecture Lab
Over 300 Public and Commercial Services (PCS) union members at the British Library are to strike from Monday 27 October until Sunday 9 November. The strike coincides with the two-year anniversary of a cyber-attack where staff members’ personal data was leaked on to the ‘dark web’, as well as the opening of a major new […] The post PCS pay strike at British Library and strike ballots at four Tate galleries appeared first on Workers Revolutionary Party.| Workers Revolutionary Party
Mayors, focused on housing affordability, pledge to work with Committee to strengthen bill Washington, DC – The U.S. Conference of Mayors has made housing affordability one of its top policy priorities, with mayors repeatedly visiting Washington and cities around the country to make the case for needed investment and reform to increase the supply of| United States Conference of Mayors
1 in 5 U.S. households are now millionaires. The post House Rich Millionaires appeared first on A Wealth of Common Sense. ...| A Wealth of Common Sense
The Washington Department of Commerce's appeal is the first to come directly from state government to enforce 2021's House Bill 1220, which requires cities to target future housing growth by income level. If successful, it will likely prompt a major change in how the city of nearly 9,000 plans for future residents. The post Duvall Growth Plan Faces Challenge After Disregarding New Housing Law first appeared on The Urbanist.| The Urbanist
At an October 8th forum, urbanist-backed Kirkland City Council candidates discussed housing solutions, but none of their opponents showed, clearly ceding housing leadership in the four races. Here's a recap of the solutions candidates laid out. The post Pro-Housing Kirkland Council Candidates Discuss Affordability, Opponents Skip Forum first appeared on The Urbanist.| The Urbanist
One local builder lays out the case for passing the City's Multifamily Tax Exemption Program 7 proposal, which would expand access to a wider pool of renters and encourage participation in the program. The Seattle City Council is set to vote today. The post Op-Ed: Seattle’s MFTE Program 7 Widens Access and Participation first appeared on The Urbanist.| The Urbanist
Worried about private equity ownership, residents explore purchasing parks and running them as cooperatives. Wisconsin doesn’t make it easy. Residents consider a cooperative future as manufactured housing parks go up for sale is a post from Wisconsin Watch, a non-profit investigative news site covering Wisconsin since 2009. Please consider making a contribution to support our journalism.| Wisconsin Watch
Downtown Sunnyvale might hopefully include a new 100% affordable housing complex. This exciting 122-home development project is currently in its early entitlement phase, but has already drawn the attention of Greenbelt Alliance’s Development Endorsement Program.| Greenbelt Alliance
Fordham commuter students grapple with the economic changes brought on by the MTA board and the mayoral election. The post The Fare Affairs of Commuter Students appeared first on The Observer.| The Observer
Intergenerational Foundation is an independent charity promoting intergenerational fairness, working for the interests of younger and future generations.| Intergenerational Foundation
Gidea Park, now in the London Borough of Havering, has hosted two significant housing exhibitions. Both were held to promote housing reform and innovation, better homes for new times albeit with a …| Municipal Dreams
The U.S. Census Bureau released new data in September 2025 on income, poverty, education, housing status, and health insurance coverage from 2024. The post 2024 Census Data on Education, Income, Health Insurance, and Housing in Tennessee appeared first on The Sycamore Institute.| The Sycamore Institute
The Environment Agency welcomes the publication of the New Towns Taskforce report and the government's initial response. With economic growth as the government's number one mission, we are uniquely positioned to contribute to the next generation of New Towns through our statutory role to protect and enhance the environment while supporting sustainable development.| Creating a better place
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Nobody will argue that housing is not a necessity, particular in places like Canada with a cold and wet climate. Canada had a housing crisis in the 1940s, after a decade and a half of depression and war, and with the population of its cities surging from returning soldiers, immigration, the movement of Canadians from […]| Dominion Review
Travois Village residents raise hell, form tenants union over rent hikes.| The Pulp
Emotional support dogs provide comfort and companionship to individuals with mental or emotional health conditions. While these animals can make daily life more manageable, their legal rights and public access are limited—especially when compared to trained service dogs. Below, we explain where you can and cannot take your emotional support dog, based on current laws…| ESA Pet
If you’re wondering what exactly qualifies as a service animal, how registration and certification work, or even whether your cat can legally be one — you’re in the right place. With so much confusing and often misleading information online, it’s easy to get lost in a sea of “official” registries, vests, and certification offers that…| ESA Pet
Understanding your rights under the Fair Housing Act (FHA) is crucial for renters, buyers, landlords, and property managers alike. This guide breaks down the essential protections against housing discrimination, explaining who is protected, what constitutes discrimination, and how these rules apply both nationwide and in specific states such as California and Texas. Inside, you’ll find…| ESA Pet
An Emotional Support Animal (ESA) letter is an essential legal document that formally recognizes your animal as part of your mental health treatment plan. This document confirms that your animal provides therapeutic benefits that support your emotional well-being, helping you secure housing rights under the Fair Housing Act. A professionally structured ESA letter ensures legal…| ESA Pet
Nearly 30% of adults experience anxiety disorders during their lifetime, profoundly affecting daily life, work, and relationships. These psychiatric disorders go far beyond typical worry, causing excessive fear and anxiety that can interfere with everyday functioning and overall well-being. An accurate anxiety diagnosis by a mental health professional is the crucial first step toward effective…| ESA Pet
An ESA (Emotional Support Animal) letter is an important document for people who rely on their pets for emotional support. It lets them keep their emotional support animals in housing situations. A well-crafted ESA letter is essential for patients’ well-being. The letter ensures they have the support needed to manage their emotional health. Plus, it…| ESA Pet
Well-intentioned donations may jeopardize essential benefits unless they are directed through the right tools. The good news is that with thoughtful planning, kindness can be preserved in full.| Special Needs Alliance
