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NYC real estate
fromtherealdeal.com
2 days ago

The Daily Dirt: Council greenlights Hudson Yards rezoning

The City Council approved a redevelopment plan for Western Rail Yards that includes housing and public amenities, but without a casino.
Brooklyn
fromBKReader
3 weeks ago

Plan to Bring Thousands of Affordable Homes and Upgrades to Brooklyn

The Atlantic Avenue Mixed-Use Plan will bring 4,600 homes, with 1,900 being permanently affordable, crucial for community development in Central Brooklyn.
NYC real estate
fromGothamist
1 month ago

New 72-story tower eyed to replace city-owned 'eyesore' in Brooklyn

The Adams administration plans a 72-story housing project at 395 Flatbush Ave., aiming to provide 1,200 new housing units, including affordable ones.
Boston real estate
fromSFGATE
1 week ago

New England State Frees Up 450 Acres of Land To Build New Affordable Housing for Residents: 'We Are Already Getting Shovels in the Ground'

Massachusetts is allocating 450 acres of state land for the construction of 3,500 affordable housing units.
Silicon Valley real estate
fromwww.mercurynews.com
3 weeks ago

A Silicon Valley senator is proposing to insure multifamily development loans. Could it help spur more construction?

California faces a critical shortage of affordable housing, prompting proposed legislation to improve financing conditions for multifamily developments.
NYC real estate
fromtherealdeal.com
2 days ago

The Daily Dirt: Council greenlights Hudson Yards rezoning

The City Council approved a redevelopment plan for Western Rail Yards that includes housing and public amenities, but without a casino.
Brooklyn
fromBKReader
3 weeks ago

Plan to Bring Thousands of Affordable Homes and Upgrades to Brooklyn

The Atlantic Avenue Mixed-Use Plan will bring 4,600 homes, with 1,900 being permanently affordable, crucial for community development in Central Brooklyn.
NYC real estate
fromGothamist
1 month ago

New 72-story tower eyed to replace city-owned 'eyesore' in Brooklyn

The Adams administration plans a 72-story housing project at 395 Flatbush Ave., aiming to provide 1,200 new housing units, including affordable ones.
Boston real estate
fromSFGATE
1 week ago

New England State Frees Up 450 Acres of Land To Build New Affordable Housing for Residents: 'We Are Already Getting Shovels in the Ground'

Massachusetts is allocating 450 acres of state land for the construction of 3,500 affordable housing units.
Silicon Valley real estate
fromwww.mercurynews.com
3 weeks ago

A Silicon Valley senator is proposing to insure multifamily development loans. Could it help spur more construction?

California faces a critical shortage of affordable housing, prompting proposed legislation to improve financing conditions for multifamily developments.
#urban-planning
NYC politics
fromQNS
3 weeks ago

OneLIC Neighborhood Plan aims to reshape Long Island City with housing, jobs and cultural preservation - QNS

Long Island City is set for significant transformation with a new rezoning plan, adding thousands of housing units and jobs.
Silicon Valley real estate
fromwww.mercurynews.com
4 weeks ago

Massive housing development breaks ground in North San Jose at site of former Japanese-American farm

San Jose's multifamily housing incentive program aims to overcome housing shortages by waiving fees and taxes, promoting new developments despite economic challenges.
Environment
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Planning bill could allow developers to build without replacing local nature

Housing developers can now build on protected green spaces without local nature offsets, raising concerns about environmental impacts and community access.
London politics
fromianVisits
1 month ago

One million new homes: London Mayor targets 'grey belt' land in housing push

The Mayor of London aims to double housing construction by expanding into degraded greenbelt land.
NYC politics
fromQNS
3 weeks ago

OneLIC Neighborhood Plan aims to reshape Long Island City with housing, jobs and cultural preservation - QNS

Long Island City is set for significant transformation with a new rezoning plan, adding thousands of housing units and jobs.
Silicon Valley real estate
fromwww.mercurynews.com
4 weeks ago

Massive housing development breaks ground in North San Jose at site of former Japanese-American farm

San Jose's multifamily housing incentive program aims to overcome housing shortages by waiving fees and taxes, promoting new developments despite economic challenges.
Environment
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Planning bill could allow developers to build without replacing local nature

Housing developers can now build on protected green spaces without local nature offsets, raising concerns about environmental impacts and community access.
London politics
fromianVisits
1 month ago

One million new homes: London Mayor targets 'grey belt' land in housing push

The Mayor of London aims to double housing construction by expanding into degraded greenbelt land.
#infrastructure
NYC real estate
fromCity & State NY
4 weeks ago

Opinion: An innovative proposal to fund housing development at the Western Yards

Hudson Yards has established a model for funding infrastructure through real estate tax revenue, successfully boosting community investment and housing solutions.
NYC politics
fromCurbed
3 days ago

Brad Lander's Gowanus Victory Lap

Brad Lander emphasizes infrastructure reform in Gowanus to combat runoff during his mayoral campaign amidst intense competition.
#environmental-policy
fromAustin Monitor
4 days ago
Online Community Development

Council OKs water, wastewater extension to environmentally sensitive property - Austin Monitor

fromAustin Monitor
4 days ago
Online Community Development

Council OKs water, wastewater extension to environmentally sensitive property - Austin Monitor

fromwww.bbc.com
4 days ago

Could this be London's property hotspot in 2040?

"Our priority for Thamesmead in particular is the DLR extension. We have already got commitment from the mayor and there is commitment from Tfl for the initial stage of funding," he told BBC London.
London politics
#menlo-park
Boston real estate
fromBoston.com
4 days ago

Mass. Superior Court rejects towns' claim that MBTA housing law is an 'unfunded mandate'

Massachusetts court dismisses lawsuits from nine towns challenging MBTA Communities Act for lacking concrete evidence and specificity in claims.
#community-engagement
NYC politics
fromBrooklyn Eagle
1 week ago

Borough President Reynoso confronts city on Brooklyn Marine Terminal Project

Borough President Reynoso is pushing for community clarity on the NYCEDC's Brooklyn Marine Terminal redevelopment plan, emphasizing its transformative potential for housing and industry.
#community-opposition
fromSan Jose Spotlight
1 week ago

Housing project across from Los Gatos High moves forward - San Jose Spotlight

The town council’s decision to approve the housing development sparked concerns about student safety, emphasizing the existing traffic congestion issues near Los Gatos High School.
Silicon Valley real estate
#labour-party
#san-francisco
San Francisco
fromMission Local
3 weeks ago

S.F. supervisors want tax breaks for developers retrofitting downtown offices into housing

San Francisco supervisors support tax incentives for converting offices to housing, aiming to revitalize downtown.
fromKqed
2 weeks ago
San Francisco

SF Planned to Improve Treasure Island's Transit. Trump Took Back the Funds | KQED

fromsfist.com
1 month ago
NYC politics

SF Planning Department Director Rich Hillis Resigns, May Have Been Nudged Out by Lurie

San Francisco
fromMission Local
3 weeks ago

S.F. supervisors want tax breaks for developers retrofitting downtown offices into housing

San Francisco supervisors support tax incentives for converting offices to housing, aiming to revitalize downtown.
fromKqed
2 weeks ago
San Francisco

SF Planned to Improve Treasure Island's Transit. Trump Took Back the Funds | KQED

fromsfist.com
1 month ago
NYC politics

SF Planning Department Director Rich Hillis Resigns, May Have Been Nudged Out by Lurie

#google
fromThe Mercury News
2 weeks ago
Silicon Valley real estate

Google seeks to sell some Mountain View sites that may become housing

Google is selling 40 acres in Mountain View for possible housing developments to enhance efficiency and meet the needs of its workforce.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 weeks ago
Silicon Valley real estate

Google seeks to sell some Mountain View sites that may become housing

Google is selling 40 acres in Mountain View for housing development as part of a strategic pivot to optimize real estate.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 weeks ago

Government intervenes over new reservoirs amid water supply fears

The government has intervened in the planning of two major reservoir projects in East Anglia and Lincolnshire, transferring authority to ensure efficient construction amidst water supply concerns.
UK news
#environmental-regulations
fromwww.npr.org
3 weeks ago

Proposed Muslim development in Texas brings inquiries by DOJ and state officials; community members feel stereotyped

I'm able to do this without getting into traffic or thinking about jumping into a car, walking distance. I mean, it's all about honestly convenience and then the consistency with which we're able to practice our faith.
US news
fromwww.ianvisits.co.uk
3 weeks ago

The London Buzz 21st May 2025

Royal Free Radio is celebrating its 55th anniversary, broadcasting to patients in four North London hospitals, marking a significant milestone in community health engagement.
London politics
#san-jose
fromSan Jose Spotlight
1 month ago
Silicon Valley real estate

Hundreds of homes coming to North San Jose - San Jose Spotlight

SummerHill Homes is constructing 292 apartments and 42 townhomes in North San Jose to meet housing demands.
fromSFGATE
1 month ago
Silicon Valley real estate

Housing hopes for old Fry's Electronics dead under Bay Area tech company's plan

Supermicro's purchase of the Fry's Electronics site marks a shift from proposed housing development to a technology manufacturing campus.
Silicon Valley real estate
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago

San Jose towers deal leaves notorious real estate empire near collapse

New ownership of the San Jose housing towers provides hope for improvement after years of issues.
Machine Investment Group plans to revitalize the complex amidst a history of mismanagement and problems.
fromSFGATE
1 month ago
Silicon Valley real estate

Housing hopes for old Fry's Electronics dead under Bay Area tech company's plan

fromwww.housingwire.com
3 weeks ago

HUD secretary tours Nevada federal land to talk housing development

The urgent need for swift, coordinated action and smart agreements is critical to address developmental barriers to housing in Nevada, according to state officials.
SF politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 weeks ago

Residents of village that inspired Thomas Hardy fight back against expansion

Thomas Hardy's literary legacy influences current residents’ opposition to housing developments in Marnhull, where locals argue for preserving its unique heritage established in his works.
UK news
#community-planning
NYC real estate
fromsilive
1 month ago

NYC announces 500-unit waterfront housing development for Staten Island's North Shore

New York City is investing $400 million in a mixed-income housing development on the North Shore waterfront.
Construction will utilize mass timber materials to promote sustainability.
fromwww.housingwire.com
1 month ago

House bill would push sale of federal land for housing development

"Unnecessarily restrict disposition debates, particularly for housing development, need to be addressed as the population centers are encumbered by federal land," said Maloy.
SF politics
fromBoston.com
1 month ago

Zoning board rejects 70-unit building in South Boston over lack of parking

Even without parking, the plans align with the city's goal of adding more housing near transit hubs, with two Red Line stops nearby.
Boston real estate
Silicon Valley real estate
fromKqed
1 month ago

California Bill to Expand Rent Control Is Pulled for the Year by Bay Area Lawmaker | KQED

California's proposed bill to lower rent increase caps has stalled but advocacy for tenant protection continues.
fromIrish Independent
1 month ago

The Irish Independent's View: Let's hope latest move by Government on housing isn't just a buck-passing exercise

Changing this goes beyond any one pay cheque or top-level appointment. The Cabinet has to apply a strict "all-in" vision directing policy.
UK politics
fromwww.romfordrecorder.co.uk
1 month ago

Harold Hill landlady 'left in limbo' and told 'nothing' about pub's demolition

"I live here - so I'm losing my job and my home," Sandy said. "But they [the council] are not bothered. I found out about the demolition because I read it in the paper..."
London politics
fromwww.enfieldindependent.co.uk
1 month ago

Cheers as plans for flats that were 'too close' to existing homes thrown out

Labour committee chair Cllr Mahym Bedekova stated the plan was too close to neighbouring homes and would become too overcrowded. Conservative committee member Cllr Michael Rye agreed. He said: It's overdevelopment for the site, the car-free element cannot be justified given that there's no controlled parking zone (CPZ) in place. This will add parking stress, which is already an issue on the road.
London politics
fromABC7 San Francisco
1 month ago

Antioch father, son charged with bribery for allegedly giving councilmember mug with $5K in cash

Attempting to bribe a public official is a blatant attack on the integrity of our government and the trust of the communities we serve, says FBI Special Agent Sanjay Virmani.
NYC politics
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