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Well-Intended Laws, Higher Rents: A Data-Driven Look

Policy

Well-Intended Laws, Higher Rents: A Data-Driven Look

A MetroSight study finds that common tenant protection laws—on evictions, vouchers, and screening—raise rents by 3% to 6%, with the steepest impacts hitting low-income renters.

California Lawmakers Pass Landmark Transit-Density Housing Bill

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California Lawmakers Pass Landmark Transit-Density Housing Bill

California’s Legislature has passed SB 79, a sweeping housing bill that overrides local zoning to allow multifamily housing near transit. The measure—years in the making—cements the state’s role as a national bellwether for density reforms.

From Policy Fight To Meme Furor: LA Density Conflict Rages

Policy

From Policy Fight To Meme Furor: LA Density Conflict Rages

A viral podcast clip turns California’s density debate into a cultural flashpoint—showing just how personal and political the fight over housing has become.

Our Housing Crisis Doesn't Care Whether It's A Big City Or Not

Policy

Our Housing Crisis Doesn't Care Whether It's A Big City Or Not

Estes Park, CO, a resort town in the Rockies, illustrates how fears of density run deep, even in the smallest of towns in a state that passes laws to encourage more density.

Housing Shortfall Meets Political Stalemate in Albuquerque

Policy

Housing Shortfall Meets Political Stalemate in Albuquerque

A city facing a 56,000-home deficit stalls progress as opposition derails voluntary rezoning. Mayor Keller’s Housing Now agenda collides with residents’ resistance, leaving affordability goals uncertain.

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Well-Intended Laws, Higher Rents: A Data-Driven Look

Policy

Well-Intended Laws, Higher Rents: A Data-Driven Look

A MetroSight study finds that common tenant protection laws—on evictions, vouchers, and screening—raise rents by 3% to 6%, with the steepest impacts hitting low-income renters.

California Lawmakers Pass Landmark Transit-Density Housing Bill

Policy

California Lawmakers Pass Landmark Transit-Density Housing Bill

California’s Legislature has passed SB 79, a sweeping housing bill that overrides local zoning to allow multifamily housing near transit. The measure—years in the making—cements the state’s role as a national bellwether for density reforms.

From Policy Fight To Meme Furor: LA Density Conflict Rages

Policy

From Policy Fight To Meme Furor: LA Density Conflict Rages

A viral podcast clip turns California’s density debate into a cultural flashpoint—showing just how personal and political the fight over housing has become.

Our Housing Crisis Doesn't Care Whether It's A Big City Or Not

Policy

Our Housing Crisis Doesn't Care Whether It's A Big City Or Not

Estes Park, CO, a resort town in the Rockies, illustrates how fears of density run deep, even in the smallest of towns in a state that passes laws to encourage more density.

Housing Shortfall Meets Political Stalemate in Albuquerque

Policy

Housing Shortfall Meets Political Stalemate in Albuquerque

A city facing a 56,000-home deficit stalls progress as opposition derails voluntary rezoning. Mayor Keller’s Housing Now agenda collides with residents’ resistance, leaving affordability goals uncertain.

affordable housing policy

Well-Intended Laws, Higher Rents: A Data-Driven Look

Policy 09.17.25

Well-Intended Laws, Higher Rents: A Data-Driven Look

A MetroSight study finds that common tenant protection laws—on evictions, vouchers, and screening—raise rents by 3% to 6%, with the steepest impacts hitting low-income renters.

California Lawmakers Pass Landmark Transit-Density Housing Bill

Policy 09.15.25

California Lawmakers Pass Landmark Transit-Density Housing Bill

California’s Legislature has passed SB 79, a sweeping housing bill that overrides local zoning to allow multifamily housing near transit. The measure—years in the making—cements the state’s role as a national bellwether for density reforms.

From Policy Fight To Meme Furor: LA Density Conflict Rages

Policy 09.10.25

From Policy Fight To Meme Furor: LA Density Conflict Rages

A viral podcast clip turns California’s density debate into a cultural flashpoint—showing just how personal and political the fight over housing has become.

Our Housing Crisis Doesn't Care Whether It's A Big City Or Not

Policy 09.10.25

Our Housing Crisis Doesn't Care Whether It's A Big City Or Not

Estes Park, CO, a resort town in the Rockies, illustrates how fears of density run deep, even in the smallest of towns in a state that passes laws to encourage more density.

Housing Shortfall Meets Political Stalemate in Albuquerque

Policy 09.09.25

Housing Shortfall Meets Political Stalemate in Albuquerque

A city facing a 56,000-home deficit stalls progress as opposition derails voluntary rezoning. Mayor Keller’s Housing Now agenda collides with residents’ resistance, leaving affordability goals uncertain.