Richard Lawson

Richard Lawson

Journalist/writer/storyteller

Richard Lawson is an award-winning journalist on housing and adaptive reuse.

Can Ditching the Car Unlock Pent-Up Housing Demand?

Policy

Can Ditching the Car Unlock Pent-Up Housing Demand?

A car-free lifestyle could help homebuyers afford more — and give developers a powerful new lever near transit hubs. It's part of a 'missing middle' solutions set.

Timing Demand: Why Investors Choose To Buy Apartments Vs. Building

Capital

Timing Demand: Why Investors Choose To Buy Apartments Vs. Building

A construction slowdown today is setting up an undersupply tomorrow. Opportunistic, patient investors are already pivoting to seize future market growth catalysts.

California Breaks CEQA Barrier To Reignite Housing Production

Policy

California Breaks CEQA Barrier To Reignite Housing Production

Championed aggressively by Gov. Gavin Newsom, the historic environmental law reform unlocks the potential for infill housing—and could become a model for other high-barrier states.

Governor’s Veto Derails Connecticut Upzoning Push

Policy

Governor’s Veto Derails Connecticut Upzoning Push

State leaders aim to regroup for a fall special session after a housing bill faces resistance from local zoning defenders.

Can California Clear A Better Path To Housing Stability?

Policy

Can California Clear A Better Path To Housing Stability?

Berkeley’s 8-year “step-up” project exposes the true cost of building even the simplest housing. A test case in transition: When red tape meets a desperate need for shelter.

Can Ditching the Car Unlock Pent-Up Housing Demand?

Policy

Can Ditching the Car Unlock Pent-Up Housing Demand?

A car-free lifestyle could help homebuyers afford more — and give developers a powerful new lever near transit hubs. It's part of a 'missing middle' solutions set.

Timing Demand: Why Investors Choose To Buy Apartments Vs. Building

Capital

Timing Demand: Why Investors Choose To Buy Apartments Vs. Building

A construction slowdown today is setting up an undersupply tomorrow. Opportunistic, patient investors are already pivoting to seize future market growth catalysts.

California Breaks CEQA Barrier To Reignite Housing Production

Policy

California Breaks CEQA Barrier To Reignite Housing Production

Championed aggressively by Gov. Gavin Newsom, the historic environmental law reform unlocks the potential for infill housing—and could become a model for other high-barrier states.

Governor’s Veto Derails Connecticut Upzoning Push

Policy

Governor’s Veto Derails Connecticut Upzoning Push

State leaders aim to regroup for a fall special session after a housing bill faces resistance from local zoning defenders.

Can California Clear A Better Path To Housing Stability?

Policy

Can California Clear A Better Path To Housing Stability?

Berkeley’s 8-year “step-up” project exposes the true cost of building even the simplest housing. A test case in transition: When red tape meets a desperate need for shelter.