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NYC Voters Back Affordability — Now Comes The Hard Part
New Yorkers have voted for change. Four sweeping housing charter amendments promise faster reviews, digital mapping, and more affordability—but the real battle begins as City Hall, the Council, and Albany clash over control.
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Arizona’s New Water Framework Revives Housing Prospects
After a yearlong construction freeze, Arizona finally has a path forward. A new water framework could unlock 60,000 homes — and redefine how growth happens in the desert.
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Oklahoma City’s Boom Triggers Suburban Housing Demand Surge
A diversifying economy and billions in new investment are reshaping Oklahoma City. But rapid growth has created a housing shortfall that’s now spreading to the suburbs.
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Texas Pro Housing Advocates Flip The Script On Local NIMBYs
As Dallas and other municipalities work to re-engineer zoning to thwart state-legislated higher-density, multifamily neighborhood development, affordability champions point to California as a cautionary tale.
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Nashville Leaders Unite Behind Density Push, Critics Push Back
Music CIty advances a sweeping zoning reform plan to allow “missing middle” housing types citywide, aimed at adding 91,000 new homes. Supporters say it's a step to address affordability and inclusion. Critics warn the city is overstating growth projections and favoring developers.
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NYC Voters Back Affordability — Now Comes The Hard Part
New Yorkers have voted for change. Four sweeping housing charter amendments promise faster reviews, digital mapping, and more affordability—but the real battle begins as City Hall, the Council, and Albany clash over control.
Policy 10.27.25
Arizona’s New Water Framework Revives Housing Prospects
After a yearlong construction freeze, Arizona finally has a path forward. A new water framework could unlock 60,000 homes — and redefine how growth happens in the desert.
Policy 10.22.25
Oklahoma City’s Boom Triggers Suburban Housing Demand Surge
A diversifying economy and billions in new investment are reshaping Oklahoma City. But rapid growth has created a housing shortfall that’s now spreading to the suburbs.
Policy 10.22.25
Texas Pro Housing Advocates Flip The Script On Local NIMBYs
As Dallas and other municipalities work to re-engineer zoning to thwart state-legislated higher-density, multifamily neighborhood development, affordability champions point to California as a cautionary tale.
Policy 10.20.25
Nashville Leaders Unite Behind Density Push, Critics Push Back
Music CIty advances a sweeping zoning reform plan to allow “missing middle” housing types citywide, aimed at adding 91,000 new homes. Supporters say it's a step to address affordability and inclusion. Critics warn the city is overstating growth projections and favoring developers.
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