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fromStreetsblog
2 days ago

Analysis: How to Leverage 'City of Yes' Zoning to Create More Housing Near Subways - Streetsblog New York City

Streetsblog analyzed the potential for transit-oriented development at outer borough stations ripe for increased neighborhood density, focusing on population, travel time, and zoning.
New York City
fromwww.bloomberg.com
3 days ago

New York Is the Front Line of the War on Cities

Amalgamated Housing Cooperative in the Bronx was established as the first limited equity cooperative in the US, providing affordable housing for union members.
fromtherealdeal.com
4 days ago

The Daily Dirt: Here's the latest on those federal housing cuts

The Senate Appropriations Committee approved the fiscal year 2026 spending plan, which preserves housing assistance, allocating $37.4 billion for Section 8 vouchers and $4.4 billion for CDBG.
US politics
fromwww.cbc.ca
4 days ago

Federal funding to house asylum seekers in hotels will end in September, IRCC says | CBC News

Asylum seekers in federally-funded hotels must leave as funding ends in September, raising concerns about housing availability.
#land-use
NYC real estate
fromCity Limits
3 weeks ago

NYC Housing Calendar, July 7-14

Upcoming public hearings and affordable housing lotteries in NYC are essential for community engagement and access to housing opportunities.
NYC real estate
fromCity Limits
4 weeks ago

NYC Housing Calendar, June 30-July 7

Upcoming housing events and public hearings in NYC are crucial for residents to engage in local development and land use decisions.
fromFortune
5 days ago

Americans spend an entire week's worth of pay on rent every month-and in some cities, a full two weeks of income is just going to housing

U.S. median rent has increased significantly, surpassing $1,300, causing Americans to spend more income on housing.
#homelessness
fromKqed
1 week ago
San Francisco

SF Homeless Agency Walks Back More Restrictive Policy on Family Shelter Stays | KQED

fromKqed
1 week ago
San Francisco

SF Homeless Agency Walks Back More Restrictive Policy on Family Shelter Stays | KQED

fromThe Walrus
6 days ago

Letters to the Editor: May 2025 | The Walrus

Wells attributes rising costs of living to COVID-19 supply chains and Loblaw's price gouging, neglecting to address how personal consumption habits can mitigate inflation.
Canada news
fromLos Angeles Times
6 days ago

Americans may aspire to single-family homes, but in South Korea, apartments are king

The 2,000-plus units of Lee Chang-hee's complex reflect South Korea's middle-class dream of home ownership, often likened to a house with a white picket fence.
Los Angeles
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Young men in UK more likely than women to live with parents

Data from the Office for National Statistics indicated that 33.7% of men aged 20-34 in the UK lived with their parents in 2024, compared to 22.1% of women.
UK news
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Tories say Starmer has a disconnect from reality' over housing asylum seekers UK politics live

I'm the shadow housing secretary. In opposition, structures are different and requirements are different. And in terms of deputy prime minister, I think that's a job title, rather than a job - an excuse to have an even more bloated Civil Service hierarchy at the centre of Westminster.
UK politics
fromIrish Independent
1 week ago

The Irish Independent's View: With budgets, big numbers do nothing but bamboozle

The plan "seeks to bamboozle with the budget to disguise the paucity of both commitments and detail," said the Social Democrats' spokesman on public expenditure, Cian O'Callaghan.
Miscellaneous
fromTime Out New York
1 week ago

NYC may let you build a tiny house in your backyard

New rules will allow homeowners to legally create accessory dwelling units (ADUs) in New York City, subject to specific safety and zoning criteria.
#new-york-city
fromPadailypost
1 week ago

Liccardo co-sponsors bill to make it easier to finance ADUs

"With access to capital, we can empower homeowners to become home providers for thousands of renters in every metropolitan area."
Real estate
fromwww.bbc.com
1 week ago

Broken lift leaves disabled boy's mum 'exhausted'

Alexander's mother, Victoria, stated that carrying him and his younger brother up the stairs multiple times a day has left their family exhausted.
Public health
Real estate
fromMission Local
1 week ago

S.F. public housing residents sued their property manager. Now, it's leaving.

Silvio Ocampo will testify against his landlord and property manager amidst ongoing health issues and a pending lawsuit involving unsafe living conditions.
UK news
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

I'm 91 and have cancer but a London council let me live in a soaking, mouldy flat for a year

Wandsworth council has failed to address a severe leak affecting a 91-year-old leaseholder's home, worsening health conditions.
#real-estate
#california
US news
fromThe Washington Post
4 weeks ago

California weakens major environmental law to make way for more housing

California developers receive exemptions from environmental concerns in urban housing construction, altering the California Environmental Quality Act to combat housing shortages.
California
fromThe Mercury News
1 month ago

Letters: California is a national model. There's no going back.

California, despite its challenges, is a national model offering diverse benefits like personal freedoms and innovative policies.
#affordability
fromIrish Independent
1 week ago

Dublin City Council agrees to raise local property tax for the first time

Dublin city applies a baseline rate property tax for the first time since its introduction in 2013.
NYC real estate
fromCity Limits
1 week ago

What Happened This Week in NYC Housing? July 18, 2025

Nonprofit legal providers have gone on strike over wages and caseloads amidst a more worker-friendly political climate.
fromIrish Independent
1 week ago

Taoiseach insists housing fall-off expected after record levy waiver impact

Housing commencement notices are at a record low with only 1,356 lodged in June 2025, a significant drop from 34,581 in June 2024.
#construction
Real estate
fromIndependent
1 week ago

Senior council official who called for boycott of holiday homes told to switch off his phone to avoid commenting on controversy

Call for permanent housing solutions rather than seasonal accommodations.
#transportation
fromStreetsblog
1 month ago
Alternative transportation

Caltrans Continues Outreach on "Vision 980" for Oakland - Streetsblog San Francisco

fromStreetsblog
1 month ago
Alternative transportation

Caltrans Continues Outreach on "Vision 980" for Oakland - Streetsblog San Francisco

#hmo
San Francisco
fromThesanjoseblog
2 weeks ago

New Condos Rising on West San Carlos: A Fresh Boost for San Jose Living

The 1470 West San Carlos Street development will create 180 condominiums and mixed-use facilities, enriching San Jose's urban landscape.
fromLos Angeles Times
2 weeks ago

Trump accuses Schiff of mortgage fraud, which Schiff calls false 'political retaliation'

Trump accused Schiff of mortgage fraud, asserting misleading lenders for personal gain.
Brooklyn
fromBrooklyn Paper
2 weeks ago

Locals split over proposed mixed-use development, Monitor Point, near Bushwick Inlet Park * Brooklyn Paper

A controversial mixed-use development called Monitor Point is proposed in Bushwick, featuring 1,150 apartments and community spaces.
#london
Renovation
fromHomebuilding
2 weeks ago

How many homes have Labour managed to build in their first year in power?

The Labour government has pledged to build 1.5 million new homes by 2029 but has significantly under-delivered in its first year.
#toronto
fromwww.cbc.ca
2 weeks ago
Canada news

Toronto risks losing $30M in federal funding after vote against sixplexes citywide | CBC News

fromwww.cbc.ca
3 weeks ago
Toronto

Red, yellow, green: why this Toronto group wants a new system for rating landlords | CBC News

fromwww.cbc.ca
3 weeks ago
Toronto

Toronto releases pre-approved designs for garden, laneway suites in bid to boost housing | CBC News

fromwww.cbc.ca
2 weeks ago
Canada news

Toronto risks losing $30M in federal funding after vote against sixplexes citywide | CBC News

fromwww.cbc.ca
3 weeks ago
Toronto

Red, yellow, green: why this Toronto group wants a new system for rating landlords | CBC News

fromwww.cbc.ca
3 weeks ago
Toronto

Toronto releases pre-approved designs for garden, laneway suites in bid to boost housing | CBC News

#urban-development
Digital life
fromComputerWeekly.com
2 weeks ago

Pobl Group builds on managed SD-WAN for housing development | Computer Weekly

Pobl Group aims to transform housing in Wales by investing in diverse, adaptable living solutions and integrating advanced technology.
fromFortune
2 weeks ago

Americans are eyeing up 1 homes in Europe to escape the broken economy-no Visa needed, but it's not all dolce vita

Americans are leaving the U.S. due to political and economic factors, often seeking affordable housing in Europe.
fromBoston.com
2 weeks ago

What issues do you care about in Boston's mayoral election?

Incumbent Boston Mayor Michelle Wu is facing a challenge from Josh Kraft, who has never held political office but has experience with the Boys & Girls Club of Boston.
Boston
fromIndependent
3 weeks ago

Senan Molony: James Browne faces barrage of questions on first appearance before Dail's housing committee

Housing Minister aims to accelerate housing delivery but faces multifaceted challenges.
Renovation
fromwww.mercurynews.com
3 weeks ago

Developer pulls out of Berkeley's California Theatre redevelopment

California Theatre redevelopment plans are at risk after Gilbane Development Company withdraws from the project.
fromBoston Condos For Sale Ford Realty
3 weeks ago

Boston Condo Brokers Story About Fear Boston Condos For Sale Ford Realty

The story illustrates that often, the need for a push can lead individuals to accomplish tasks they initially perceive as unachievable.
Boston real estate
NYC politics
fromqns.com
3 weeks ago

Mayor Adams hears community concerns on housing, e-bikes, education at Bayside town hall QNS

Mayor Eric Adams hosted a community conversation addressing local issues like housing and public safety, reflecting on achievements since taking office.
#development
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago
UK news

Trevor Hendy obituary

Trevor Hendy significantly improved housing conditions and developed housing solutions during his tenure at UKHT and through his consultancy.
fromBoston.com
1 month ago
Boston real estate

Lab space no more: New vision for old Needham car dealership include housing and a hotel

Bulfinch plans to pivot from lab space to mixed-use housing at the Muzi Ford site due to changing market demands.
fromBoston.com
1 month ago
Boston real estate

Lab space no more: New vision for old Needham car dealership include housing and a hotel

US politics
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 weeks ago

16 Mayors on What It's Like to Run a U.S. City Now Under Trump

Mayors express deep uncertainty over federal funding amid rising concerns about costs, housing affordability, homelessness, and political incivility.
fromwww.hamhigh.co.uk
3 weeks ago

'I'm scared I'll die - hot water pipes make my floorboards burning hot'

Two years ago the weather was hot and I told Haringey I was burning up. This year is worse and I complained and they ignored it. The pipes are on the floor and 24 hours a day they are very hot, even in winter it's boiling.
Public health
Canada news
fromBoston.com
4 weeks ago

Mass. to ban forced broker fees 'in coming days,' Healey says

Tenants in Massachusetts will no longer have to pay broker's fees, allowing for fewer financial barriers when moving.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
4 weeks ago

Warning issued to government over building 1.5 million homes pledge

"A staggering 76 percent of construction firms are struggling to recruit the skilled personnel they need, highlighting a critical shortage in the industry."
Canada news
fromwww.standard.co.uk
4 weeks ago

Haringey landlord hit with 10,000 fine for failing to licence property

A landlord in Haringey was fined £10,000 for failing to license a rental property amid evidence of disrepair and tenant harassment.
fromwww.standard.co.uk
4 weeks ago

Tenant renting Soho flat on AirBnB after secret move to France among 1million of fraud against London council

Fraud investigation revealed unauthorized subletting and salary fraud in a Central London council.
#san-francisco
fromCity Limits
4 weeks ago

SNAP Under Attack: What Federal Cuts to Food Aid Would Mean for NYC

Food and housing are absolutely related," NYC Department of Social Services Commissioner Molly Wasow Park tells City Limits. "When people are in a choice between paying for food or paying rent, people are going to naturally choose food."
NYC politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 month ago

A third of renters could be forced out' by average rent rise, research finds

The Independent prioritizes accessible journalism while highlighting urgent issues facing renters amid upcoming legislative changes.
fromCity Limits
1 month ago

CityFHEPS Voucher Holders & Legal Aid Sue to Preserve Landlord Incentive

"The city provided absolutely no rationale for this decision, which rescinds a long standing, extremely successful incentive, leaving vulnerable families in a worse situation."
NYC real estate
Real estate
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Are rents affordable in Amsterdam? Not if you are a newcomer | Amber Howard

Amsterdam's housing market has become increasingly unaffordable due to shifts in policies favoring private housing over social housing.
#berkeley
fromKqed
1 month ago
East Bay real estate

Berkeley Considers Middle Housing Plan That Could Reshape Neighborhoods | KQED

fromKqed
1 month ago
East Bay real estate

Berkeley Considers Middle Housing Plan That Could Reshape Neighborhoods | KQED

fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago

Despite $12 billion state budget shortfall, Newsom and California Dems defer major spending cuts

Assembly Speaker Robert Rivas emphasized that the budget protects California by cutting red tape for housing, preserving investments in health care, education, and public safety.
California
fromThe Mercury News
1 month ago

Letters: San Jose airport is travelers' best option

Having just flown through San Jose, I saw lots of new restaurants, great signage and new visual technologies deployed. San Jose International remains one of the very easiest in and out airports in our region.
SF politics
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago

Letters: San Jose airport is travelers' best option

"San Jose International Airport, despite having lower passenger traffic than pre-pandemic levels, stands out with new amenities and superior on-time performance, making it a favorite for travelers."
San Jose Sharks
fromApartment Therapy
1 month ago

This Creative Couple's Dreamy 100-Year-Old LA Apartment Helped Launch a Netflix Series

The couple's journey in their Silver Lake apartment underscores the importance of community support and creative opportunities in shaping their lives.
fromNews 12 - Default
1 month ago

Affordable housing coming to Downtown Brooklyn with arrival of The Maxwell

The Maxwell offers a significant new housing option in Downtown Brooklyn, featuring 69 affordable units amidst high demand.
fromABC7 San Francisco
1 month ago

Tiny home village opens at East Bay shelter for victims of domestic violence and human trafficking

Betty's Village is the first domestic violence shelter with tiny homes, supporting victims with privacy and resources.
fromwww.archdaily.com
1 month ago

UH INFONAVIT Iztacalco Housing Unit and Public Space / AMASA Estudio

Since the mid-20th century, the capital of Mexico has begun a long tradition of building collective housing through the development of housing complexes.
LA real estate
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