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California Lawmakers Pass Landmark Transit-Density Housing Bill

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California Lawmakers Pass Landmark Transit-Density Housing Bill

California’s Legislature has passed SB 79, a sweeping housing bill that overrides local zoning to allow multifamily housing near transit. The measure—years in the making—cements the state’s role as a national bellwether for density reforms.

From Policy Fight To Meme Furor: LA Density Conflict Rages

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From Policy Fight To Meme Furor: LA Density Conflict Rages

A viral podcast clip turns California’s density debate into a cultural flashpoint—showing just how personal and political the fight over housing has become.

Our Housing Crisis Doesn't Care Whether It's A Big City Or Not

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Our Housing Crisis Doesn't Care Whether It's A Big City Or Not

Estes Park, CO, a resort town in the Rockies, illustrates how fears of density run deep, even in the smallest of towns in a state that passes laws to encourage more density.

Housing Shortfall Meets Political Stalemate in Albuquerque

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Housing Shortfall Meets Political Stalemate in Albuquerque

A city facing a 56,000-home deficit stalls progress as opposition derails voluntary rezoning. Mayor Keller’s Housing Now agenda collides with residents’ resistance, leaving affordability goals uncertain.

Unlikely Allies In Fight To Build: Polis, DeSantis, Abbott, Newsom

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Unlikely Allies In Fight To Build: Polis, DeSantis, Abbott, Newsom

Governors across the political spectrum are finished waiting for local governments to fix America’s housing crisis. From Colorado to Florida to California to Texas, state leaders brandish hardline tactics—tying funding and overriding local authority—to accelerate new home development.

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California Lawmakers Pass Landmark Transit-Density Housing Bill

Policy

California Lawmakers Pass Landmark Transit-Density Housing Bill

California’s Legislature has passed SB 79, a sweeping housing bill that overrides local zoning to allow multifamily housing near transit. The measure—years in the making—cements the state’s role as a national bellwether for density reforms.

From Policy Fight To Meme Furor: LA Density Conflict Rages

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From Policy Fight To Meme Furor: LA Density Conflict Rages

A viral podcast clip turns California’s density debate into a cultural flashpoint—showing just how personal and political the fight over housing has become.

Our Housing Crisis Doesn't Care Whether It's A Big City Or Not

Policy

Our Housing Crisis Doesn't Care Whether It's A Big City Or Not

Estes Park, CO, a resort town in the Rockies, illustrates how fears of density run deep, even in the smallest of towns in a state that passes laws to encourage more density.

Housing Shortfall Meets Political Stalemate in Albuquerque

Policy

Housing Shortfall Meets Political Stalemate in Albuquerque

A city facing a 56,000-home deficit stalls progress as opposition derails voluntary rezoning. Mayor Keller’s Housing Now agenda collides with residents’ resistance, leaving affordability goals uncertain.

Unlikely Allies In Fight To Build: Polis, DeSantis, Abbott, Newsom

Policy

Unlikely Allies In Fight To Build: Polis, DeSantis, Abbott, Newsom

Governors across the political spectrum are finished waiting for local governments to fix America’s housing crisis. From Colorado to Florida to California to Texas, state leaders brandish hardline tactics—tying funding and overriding local authority—to accelerate new home development.

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California Lawmakers Pass Landmark Transit-Density Housing Bill

Policy 09.15.25

California Lawmakers Pass Landmark Transit-Density Housing Bill

California’s Legislature has passed SB 79, a sweeping housing bill that overrides local zoning to allow multifamily housing near transit. The measure—years in the making—cements the state’s role as a national bellwether for density reforms.

From Policy Fight To Meme Furor: LA Density Conflict Rages

Policy 09.10.25

From Policy Fight To Meme Furor: LA Density Conflict Rages

A viral podcast clip turns California’s density debate into a cultural flashpoint—showing just how personal and political the fight over housing has become.

Our Housing Crisis Doesn't Care Whether It's A Big City Or Not

Policy 09.10.25

Our Housing Crisis Doesn't Care Whether It's A Big City Or Not

Estes Park, CO, a resort town in the Rockies, illustrates how fears of density run deep, even in the smallest of towns in a state that passes laws to encourage more density.

Housing Shortfall Meets Political Stalemate in Albuquerque

Policy 09.09.25

Housing Shortfall Meets Political Stalemate in Albuquerque

A city facing a 56,000-home deficit stalls progress as opposition derails voluntary rezoning. Mayor Keller’s Housing Now agenda collides with residents’ resistance, leaving affordability goals uncertain.

Unlikely Allies In Fight To Build: Polis, DeSantis, Abbott, Newsom

Policy 09.08.25

Unlikely Allies In Fight To Build: Polis, DeSantis, Abbott, Newsom

Governors across the political spectrum are finished waiting for local governments to fix America’s housing crisis. From Colorado to Florida to California to Texas, state leaders brandish hardline tactics—tying funding and overriding local authority—to accelerate new home development.