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Los Angeles Pushes Back on California Density Mandate

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Los Angeles Pushes Back on California Density Mandate

An 8–5 L.A. City Council vote rejects SB 79, siding with local control over state-driven density near transit. The clash with Sacramento underscores the tension between neighborhood character and California’s urgent housing needs.

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.

Rural Georgia Court Strikes Down Minimum Home Size Rule

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Rural Georgia Court Strikes Down Minimum Home Size Rule

The Builder's Daily's RIchard Lawson reports on a first-of-its-kind Georgia ruling against minimum home size requirements. The ruling could spark a domino-effect model to ignite zoning reform nationwide.

Nashville Pushes New Zoning to Expand 'Middle' Home Choices

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Nashville Pushes New Zoning to Expand 'Middle' Home Choices

The city clears two daunting policy hurdles to legalize more affordable, walkable, "missing middle," infill housing. Bigger challenges still lie ahead.

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Los Angeles Pushes Back on California Density Mandate

Policy

Los Angeles Pushes Back on California Density Mandate

An 8–5 L.A. City Council vote rejects SB 79, siding with local control over state-driven density near transit. The clash with Sacramento underscores the tension between neighborhood character and California’s urgent housing needs.

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.

Rural Georgia Court Strikes Down Minimum Home Size Rule

Policy

Rural Georgia Court Strikes Down Minimum Home Size Rule

The Builder's Daily's RIchard Lawson reports on a first-of-its-kind Georgia ruling against minimum home size requirements. The ruling could spark a domino-effect model to ignite zoning reform nationwide.

Nashville Pushes New Zoning to Expand 'Middle' Home Choices

Policy

Nashville Pushes New Zoning to Expand 'Middle' Home Choices

The city clears two daunting policy hurdles to legalize more affordable, walkable, "missing middle," infill housing. Bigger challenges still lie ahead.

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Los Angeles Pushes Back on California Density Mandate

Policy 08.26.25

Los Angeles Pushes Back on California Density Mandate

An 8–5 L.A. City Council vote rejects SB 79, siding with local control over state-driven density near transit. The clash with Sacramento underscores the tension between neighborhood character and California’s urgent housing needs.

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.

Rural Georgia Court Strikes Down Minimum Home Size Rule

Policy 08.08.25

Rural Georgia Court Strikes Down Minimum Home Size Rule

The Builder's Daily's RIchard Lawson reports on a first-of-its-kind Georgia ruling against minimum home size requirements. The ruling could spark a domino-effect model to ignite zoning reform nationwide.

Nashville Pushes New Zoning to Expand 'Middle' Home Choices

Policy 08.05.25

Nashville Pushes New Zoning to Expand 'Middle' Home Choices

The city clears two daunting policy hurdles to legalize more affordable, walkable, "missing middle," infill housing. Bigger challenges still lie ahead.