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Indigo in Fort Bend: A Model for Smart Density And Market Alignment

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Indigo in Fort Bend: A Model for Smart Density And Market Alignment

Ahead of state reform, Indigo demonstrates how planning, education, and balance can deliver affordability. Cottages under $300,000 are selling out fast—proof that zoning alignment and collaboration work.

Denver Joins National Push to Scrap Parking Minimums

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Denver Joins National Push to Scrap Parking Minimums

Denver’s city council voted to eliminate parking minimums citywide, aligning with a national movement to cut costs, speed approvals, and clear the way for more housing.

Arlington Fast-Tracks Vacant Office-To-Housing Reinvention

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Arlington Fast-Tracks Vacant Office-To-Housing Reinvention

JBG Smith’s 195-unit project is the first under Arlington’s streamlined office-to-residential conversion ordinance. Richard Lawson reports on a real estate transformation with potentially sweeping national appeal.

Big Apple Politicians Clash Over Ballot 'Middle' Housing Reform

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Big Apple Politicians Clash Over Ballot 'Middle' Housing Reform

A mayoral commission-backed high-stakes ballot proposal could reshape zoning and speed affordable housing approvals. Critics argue it benefits luxury developers. TBD's Richard Lawson reports.

Ending Parking Mandates To Bend Development's Cost Curve

Policy

Ending Parking Mandates To Bend Development's Cost Curve

Parking minimums inflate housing prices by tens of thousands per unit. Chicago’s new ordinance, which eliminates parking minimums near public transit, aims to cut costs and boost affordability.

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Indigo in Fort Bend: A Model for Smart Density And Market Alignment

Policy

Indigo in Fort Bend: A Model for Smart Density And Market Alignment

Ahead of state reform, Indigo demonstrates how planning, education, and balance can deliver affordability. Cottages under $300,000 are selling out fast—proof that zoning alignment and collaboration work.

Denver Joins National Push to Scrap Parking Minimums

Policy

Denver Joins National Push to Scrap Parking Minimums

Denver’s city council voted to eliminate parking minimums citywide, aligning with a national movement to cut costs, speed approvals, and clear the way for more housing.

Arlington Fast-Tracks Vacant Office-To-Housing Reinvention

Policy

Arlington Fast-Tracks Vacant Office-To-Housing Reinvention

JBG Smith’s 195-unit project is the first under Arlington’s streamlined office-to-residential conversion ordinance. Richard Lawson reports on a real estate transformation with potentially sweeping national appeal.

Big Apple Politicians Clash Over Ballot 'Middle' Housing Reform

Policy

Big Apple Politicians Clash Over Ballot 'Middle' Housing Reform

A mayoral commission-backed high-stakes ballot proposal could reshape zoning and speed affordable housing approvals. Critics argue it benefits luxury developers. TBD's Richard Lawson reports.

Ending Parking Mandates To Bend Development's Cost Curve

Policy

Ending Parking Mandates To Bend Development's Cost Curve

Parking minimums inflate housing prices by tens of thousands per unit. Chicago’s new ordinance, which eliminates parking minimums near public transit, aims to cut costs and boost affordability.

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Indigo in Fort Bend: A Model for Smart Density And Market Alignment

Policy 08.21.25

Indigo in Fort Bend: A Model for Smart Density And Market Alignment

Ahead of state reform, Indigo demonstrates how planning, education, and balance can deliver affordability. Cottages under $300,000 are selling out fast—proof that zoning alignment and collaboration work.

Denver Joins National Push to Scrap Parking Minimums

Policy 08.19.25

Denver Joins National Push to Scrap Parking Minimums

Denver’s city council voted to eliminate parking minimums citywide, aligning with a national movement to cut costs, speed approvals, and clear the way for more housing.

Arlington Fast-Tracks Vacant Office-To-Housing Reinvention

Policy 08.12.25

Arlington Fast-Tracks Vacant Office-To-Housing Reinvention

JBG Smith’s 195-unit project is the first under Arlington’s streamlined office-to-residential conversion ordinance. Richard Lawson reports on a real estate transformation with potentially sweeping national appeal.

Big Apple Politicians Clash Over Ballot 'Middle' Housing Reform

Policy 07.30.25

Big Apple Politicians Clash Over Ballot 'Middle' Housing Reform

A mayoral commission-backed high-stakes ballot proposal could reshape zoning and speed affordable housing approvals. Critics argue it benefits luxury developers. TBD's Richard Lawson reports.

Ending Parking Mandates To Bend Development's Cost Curve

Policy 07.25.25

Ending Parking Mandates To Bend Development's Cost Curve

Parking minimums inflate housing prices by tens of thousands per unit. Chicago’s new ordinance, which eliminates parking minimums near public transit, aims to cut costs and boost affordability.