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Texas Lawmakers Move Ahead On Bill Triggering Smaller Lots
The new state law -- somewhat trimmed in its ambitions -- would reduce lot-size minimums to 3,000 square feet in cities with a population of at least 150,000 and counties with a population of at least 300,000.
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Big Texas Lot Reform Measure Inches Forward — With A Catch
Texas passed legislation that shrinks lot sizes, spurring hopes for more housing supply and better affordability. But first, it must run the procedural gauntlet through reconciliation.
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Colorado’s Housing Crisis: Lower Barriers, Raise Capability
With a builder's legacy, a bipartisan movement gains momentum to reform regulations and spark housing affordability solutions.
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How Climate-Forward Rules Trip Up California Affordability Push
California has struggled with housing shortages and affordability. Pursuing climate policies focused on infill development only could be making the struggle worse.
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'Missing Middle' Gains Ground As Localities Face Housing Dearth
Washington state’s sweeping zoning reform signals momentum for restoring housing options that were once common but have since been zoned out of existence. As home prices soar and housing shortages deepen, localities face legal hurdles and community pushback as they strive to add density solutions.
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Policy 06.03.25
Texas Lawmakers Move Ahead On Bill Triggering Smaller Lots
The new state law -- somewhat trimmed in its ambitions -- would reduce lot-size minimums to 3,000 square feet in cities with a population of at least 150,000 and counties with a population of at least 300,000.
Policy 05.29.25
Big Texas Lot Reform Measure Inches Forward — With A Catch
Texas passed legislation that shrinks lot sizes, spurring hopes for more housing supply and better affordability. But first, it must run the procedural gauntlet through reconciliation.
Policy 04.01.25
Colorado’s Housing Crisis: Lower Barriers, Raise Capability
With a builder's legacy, a bipartisan movement gains momentum to reform regulations and spark housing affordability solutions.
Policy 03.18.25
How Climate-Forward Rules Trip Up California Affordability Push
California has struggled with housing shortages and affordability. Pursuing climate policies focused on infill development only could be making the struggle worse.
Policy 02.21.25
'Missing Middle' Gains Ground As Localities Face Housing Dearth
Washington state’s sweeping zoning reform signals momentum for restoring housing options that were once common but have since been zoned out of existence. As home prices soar and housing shortages deepen, localities face legal hurdles and community pushback as they strive to add density solutions.
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