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North Carolina Bill Flip-Turns Into Statewide Housing Reform
A swimming pool bill became a sweeping housing reform, under state government authority. The “Save the American Dream Act” shifts zoning authority away from localities that seek Home Rule.
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A Missing Middle Breakthrough In Heartland USA: Vision, Grit, Toilets
A high-risk land bid, a $2,000 toilet, and a mayor’s green light launched a walkable housing model in Papillion. Now, it’s proof that a missing-middle housing future is possible—even in suburbia.
Policy
New York City Puts Housing Reform to Voters In November
The November ballot could reshape how NYC approves housing. A new “expedited review” process aims to unlock modest-scale development.
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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.
Land
Bell Labs Sites Reimagined As Suburban Mixed-Use Hubs
Once innovation powerhouses, two former Bell Labs campuses are being reborn as metro burbs—dynamic town-center models that blend workplace, homes, and lifestyle. Builders like Toll Brothers and Pulte are anchoring the shift.
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Policy 07.29.25
North Carolina Bill Flip-Turns Into Statewide Housing Reform
A swimming pool bill became a sweeping housing reform, under state government authority. The “Save the American Dream Act” shifts zoning authority away from localities that seek Home Rule.
Policy 07.17.25
A Missing Middle Breakthrough In Heartland USA: Vision, Grit, Toilets
A high-risk land bid, a $2,000 toilet, and a mayor’s green light launched a walkable housing model in Papillion. Now, it’s proof that a missing-middle housing future is possible—even in suburbia.
Policy 07.11.25
New York City Puts Housing Reform to Voters In November
The November ballot could reshape how NYC approves housing. A new “expedited review” process aims to unlock modest-scale development.
Policy 06.27.25
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.
Land 06.16.25
Bell Labs Sites Reimagined As Suburban Mixed-Use Hubs
Once innovation powerhouses, two former Bell Labs campuses are being reborn as metro burbs—dynamic town-center models that blend workplace, homes, and lifestyle. Builders like Toll Brothers and Pulte are anchoring the shift.
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