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LA real estate
fromSFGATE
3 hours ago

Just Approved: Patience, timing, and strategy: A dream realized against the odds

A determined buyer successfully navigated the CalHFA Dream program to secure a home with minimal out-of-pocket costs.
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
1 day ago

Fairway or driveway? The furious debate over building houses on golf courses

Protesters oppose a housing development on Enderby Golf Course, emphasizing the need to preserve green spaces and affordable housing.
fromPortland Mercury
3 hours ago

Portland Moves To Shake Up Transportation Funding With New Utility Fee - Portland Mercury

"Over the last year, our committee set out to learn about asset management and the state of one of our most important assets, which is our streets and our roads. We learned that our streets are riddled with potholes, and many of the streets are failing. The condition has worsened over the last five years. We learned that if we do not act now to address the degradation of our streets, it will continue to worsen."
Portland
fromRealagriculture
2 days ago

Ontario plans to tighten rules on farmland ownership, expand farming in the Clay Belt

"Ontario farmland is an important, limited resource and it should be owned by Ontario farmers. Now more than ever we need to protect and grow our agri-food sector."
Canada news
Boston
fromSFGATE
1 day ago

Boston Council Proposes Eliminating Residential Parking Minimums Citywide

Ending residential parking minimums in Boston could increase housing viability and reshape urban development.
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
1 day ago

Greens promise 'affordable' leases to help High Streets

The Green Party plans to revive high streets by creating affordable leases for local businesses and using compulsory purchase orders for empty shops.
Real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
1 day ago

When standard DSCR falls short: What real estate investors should know about no-ratio financing

More investor deals are struggling to meet standard DSCR due to high home prices and transitional properties, leading to increased interest in No-Ratio financing.
#sustainability
Environment
fromArchDaily
1 day ago

Ideology of Performance: Sustainability and the Limits of Efficiency

Sustainability in the built environment focuses on optimizing consumption rather than reducing it, leading to continued resource consumption growth.
Environment
fromEarth911
4 days ago

How You Can Invest in Our Planet

Investing in the Earth involves collective efforts from governments, businesses, and individuals to build a sustainable green economy.
Environment
fromArchDaily
1 day ago

Ideology of Performance: Sustainability and the Limits of Efficiency

Sustainability in the built environment focuses on optimizing consumption rather than reducing it, leading to continued resource consumption growth.
Environment
fromEarth911
4 days ago

How You Can Invest in Our Planet

Investing in the Earth involves collective efforts from governments, businesses, and individuals to build a sustainable green economy.
fromThesanjoseblog
1 day ago

Arena Green Park Receives Major Makeover Next to SAP Center

The city directed $1.1 million into the project while the San Jose Sharks contributed $200,000 to help activate this key green space and strengthen connections across downtown neighborhoods.
San Jose Sharks
Miami
fromwww.businessinsider.com
1 day ago

I moved to rural Colorado for a job that didn't work out. Three years later, I'm still in the area and glad I stayed.

Moving from Miami to rural Colorado brought unexpected challenges but ultimately led to a sense of belonging and personal growth over three years.
#housing-affordability
SF politics
fromwww.housingwire.com
2 days ago

Support grows for Whitmer housing zoning reform bills in Michigan

Michigan lawmakers are prioritizing housing affordability with bipartisan support for initiatives to increase housing supply and reduce regulatory barriers.
SF politics
fromwww.housingwire.com
2 days ago

Support grows for Whitmer housing zoning reform bills in Michigan

Michigan lawmakers are prioritizing housing affordability with bipartisan support for initiatives to increase housing supply and reduce regulatory barriers.
Mission District
fromKqed
2 days ago

California Escalates Pressure on Half Moon Bay to Approve Farmworker Housing | KQED

Half Moon Bay faces pressure to approve a delayed affordable housing project for farmworkers after a mass shooting incident.
NYC real estate
fromwww.businessinsider.com
2 days ago

New York wants to tax empty second homes. Here's what happened in cities that tried it.

Mayor Mamdani proposes a tax on multimillion-dollar pieds-a-terre owned by non-residents to raise revenue for New York City.
#real-estate
Real estate
from24/7 Wall St.
6 days ago

'Accidental Landlords' Hit Near-Record Levels -- 1 Stock to Buy, 1 to Avoid

Many sellers are becoming 'accidental landlords' as home prices remain high and mortgage rates stay near 6%.
Real estate
from24/7 Wall St.
6 days ago

'Accidental Landlords' Hit Near-Record Levels -- 1 Stock to Buy, 1 to Avoid

Many sellers are becoming 'accidental landlords' as home prices remain high and mortgage rates stay near 6%.
Silicon Valley real estate
fromEngadget
3 days ago

Monterey Park, California has banned any data centers within its city limits

Monterey Park has permanently banned data center construction, citing public nuisance concerns and community pushback against a proposed facility.
East Bay food
fromMission Local
2 days ago

Richmond Buzz: Openings, closings, and composting

Richmond Buzz expands with dedicated webpage and highlights local events including Balboa Theater's 100th anniversary and upcoming music shows.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
4 days ago

Data center disputes have been local. But the midterms might change that

Data centers are crucial for economic growth but face community opposition due to environmental and cost concerns.
Healthcare
fromwww.npr.org
5 days ago

Real estate investors are buying up long-term care facilities. Residents can suffer

Pearlene Darby died from infections and bedsores after alleged neglect in a nursing home, leading to a lawsuit against the facility and its owner.
SF real estate
fromwww.businessinsider.com
5 days ago

I started buying properties with family and friends in my 20s. I've bought 10 total, and one has made over $400k on Airbnb.

Co-buying properties with friends and family can accelerate homeownership and investment opportunities.
#california
California
fromLos Angeles Times
6 days ago

What to plant (and what to remove) in California's new 'Zone Zero' fire-safety proposal

California proposed new landscaping regulations for fire-prone areas, creating a 1-foot 'Safety Zone' around homes where no burnable materials are allowed.
LA real estate
fromLos Angeles Times
6 days ago

They lost their homes to fire. Now they're rebuilding with all-electric.

Many fire survivors in California choose to rebuild all-electric homes for health, cost savings, and climate concerns despite policy rollbacks allowing gas connections.
California
fromLos Angeles Times
6 days ago

What to plant (and what to remove) in California's new 'Zone Zero' fire-safety proposal

California proposed new landscaping regulations for fire-prone areas, creating a 1-foot 'Safety Zone' around homes where no burnable materials are allowed.
LA real estate
fromLos Angeles Times
6 days ago

They lost their homes to fire. Now they're rebuilding with all-electric.

Many fire survivors in California choose to rebuild all-electric homes for health, cost savings, and climate concerns despite policy rollbacks allowing gas connections.
#affordable-housing
fromSFGATE
1 day ago
LA real estate

L.A. Redrew Its Affordable Housing Linkage Fee Map Into Smaller Neighborhood Zones. Here's What's Next

LA real estate
fromSFGATE
1 day ago

L.A. Redrew Its Affordable Housing Linkage Fee Map Into Smaller Neighborhood Zones. Here's What's Next

Los Angeles has updated its Affordable Housing Linkage Fee maps, affecting project fees and requirements based on new neighborhood-based zones.
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
1 day ago

Why should we care about housing in the local elections?

Affordable housing is a critical issue in London's local elections, with councils facing significant pressures and responsibilities.
LA real estate
fromLos Angeles Times
1 week ago

Hundreds of affordable housing units funded by new L.A. County agency

L.A. County Affordable Housing Solutions Agency approved over $100 million for affordable housing, aiming to simplify funding and expedite construction.
fromPortland Mercury
13 hours ago

Council Grills City Administrators About Unbudgeted Housing Funds During First Oversight Hearing - Portland Mercury

"We're here on behalf of the people who put us here, and who need to know that their government is accountable to them, and that we, their representatives, will ask questions and investigate discrepancies on their behalf," said District 2 Councilor Sameer Kanal.
Portland
London politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

A moment that changed me: I thought landlords were unchallengeable until I met one of mine at a party

A chance encounter with a former landlord reveals the complexities of tenant-landlord relationships and personal feelings of powerlessness.
#farmland-ownership
Agriculture
fromRealagriculture
2 days ago

Bracing for the grey tsunami, competitiveness, & land ownership rules | RealAg Radio, Apr. 22/26

Concerns about foreign and corporate ownership of farmland in Canada are growing among agricultural communities.
Agriculture
fromRealagriculture
2 weeks ago

RealAg on the Weekend: Pre-seed decision making, Agracity, & who should own farmland, Apr 4 & 5/26

Farmers have opinions on farmland ownership, and discussions include acquisitions, decision-making, and family expectations on farms.
Agriculture
fromRealagriculture
2 days ago

Bracing for the grey tsunami, competitiveness, & land ownership rules | RealAg Radio, Apr. 22/26

Concerns about foreign and corporate ownership of farmland in Canada are growing among agricultural communities.
Agriculture
fromRealagriculture
2 weeks ago

RealAg on the Weekend: Pre-seed decision making, Agracity, & who should own farmland, Apr 4 & 5/26

Farmers have opinions on farmland ownership, and discussions include acquisitions, decision-making, and family expectations on farms.
Europe news
fromArchDaily
1 week ago

Reimagining the Complete Neighborhood through Urban Renaturing

ReGreeneration project aims to transform European cities to remain livable amid climate change.
Real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
2 days ago

If you want a stronger exit, build earnings beyond real estate commissions

Brokerages should consider title ownership to enhance earnings, diversify revenue, and improve valuation beyond traditional commission-based metrics.
Environment
fromwww.housingwire.com
2 days ago

Climate risk threatens REIT revenue, First Street report finds

Severe weather events could lead to significant revenue losses for REITs, with many facing over 20% declines in extreme scenarios.
Design
fromArchDaily
1 week ago

What Lies Beneath: 10 Projects Reshaping the Ground Level

Architecture's pursuit of lightness often leads to fragmented public spaces rather than continuous, accessible ground areas.
fromIndependent
3 days ago

Meath house at centre of 20-year planning row has now been erased from landscape

The 557 sq m development in Bohermeen has now been totally demolished and removed from the landscape after a 20-year legal battle.
Boston real estate
NYC real estate
fromHoodline
2 days ago

Developers Buy Contested Atlantic Avenue Site in Brooklyn

Developers have acquired key properties in the Atlantic Avenue Mixed-Use Plan area to pursue a mixed-use project aligned with new zoning rules.
SF politics
fromStreetsblog California
3 days ago

Bill to Exempt L.A. from Housing Density Near-Transit Bill Heads to the Senate Housing Committee Tomorrow - Streetsblog California

Senate Bill 1361 aims to exempt L.A. Metro from state density mandates near transit stops, amid local opposition to previous legislation.
Bootstrapping
fromEntrepreneur
1 week ago

Watch Out for the 'Off-Grid' Problem Hiding in Your Business Model

Growth advantages can turn into liabilities when customer retention declines, increasing the burden of fixed costs on remaining users.
LA real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
21 hours ago

California court curbs Coastal Commission on building permits

California Supreme Court ruled against the Coastal Commission's denial of building permits, reinforcing local authority in housing development decisions.
#land-development
fromIndependent
3 days ago
Agriculture

'Our son wants to build on our land, but the neighbours say there's a 1960s covenant banning construction'

fromIndependent
3 days ago
Agriculture

'Our son wants to build on our land, but the neighbours say there's a 1960s covenant banning construction'

Environment
fromPsychology Today
1 day ago

Suffering from Eco-Paralysis? Here's What You Can Do

Many Americans feel climate distress and eco-paralysis, which can lead to action and improved mental health through engagement with climate emotions.
fromwww.housingwire.com
2 days ago

NAR's strategic plan gets a tune-up as leadership pushes for faster results

Nykia Wright, CEO of NAR, stated, "Rebuilding trust requires more than words—it requires visible progress. That's why we're committed to sharing clear, regular updates that show members how this work is making a real difference."
Real estate
#housing-policy
NYC real estate
fromCity Limits
3 days ago

Opinion: The Cost of Delay, And Why SEQRA Reform Matters For New Yorkers

The State Environmental Quality Review Act often hinders housing development, increasing costs and delays that negatively impact New Yorkers' access to affordable housing.
NYC real estate
from48 hills
1 week ago

The best and worst of CA housing policy, on display at UCLA conference - 48 hills

The Yimby narrative on housing is challenged by evidence showing economic inequality, not regulation, drives high housing prices.
NYC real estate
fromCity Limits
3 days ago

Opinion: The Cost of Delay, And Why SEQRA Reform Matters For New Yorkers

The State Environmental Quality Review Act often hinders housing development, increasing costs and delays that negatively impact New Yorkers' access to affordable housing.
NYC real estate
from48 hills
1 week ago

The best and worst of CA housing policy, on display at UCLA conference - 48 hills

The Yimby narrative on housing is challenged by evidence showing economic inequality, not regulation, drives high housing prices.
fromSFGATE
1 day ago

The housing trend reinventing the California suburbs

Megan Keithly's experience reflects a growing trend where new homeowners prioritize living near working farms, engaging in activities like making homemade diaper cream from local ingredients.
Agriculture
Boston real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
6 days ago

Maine enacts first state law to regulate home equity investments

Home equity investment arrangements can lead to significant future payments, prompting new legislation in Maine for consumer protection and transparency.
Agriculture
fromRealagriculture
3 days ago

FARM Act pitched as a no-cost red-tape reduction and food security solution for Liberal majority

The FARM Act aims to expedite approvals for agricultural products in Canada to enhance competitiveness and address food security.
Real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
4 days ago

The GPS for equity: Building the industry's first true navigation infrastructure

The mortgage industry must shift focus from speed to helping borrowers navigate complex financial decisions.
Real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
3 days ago

Why cost discipline is replacing cost cutting in apartment operations

Operators face rising costs and must adapt strategies to maintain resident satisfaction without overspending.
SF real estate
fromFortune
3 weeks ago

The ROAD Act passed by the Senate aims to expand America's housing supply. It's likely to shrink it instead | Fortune

The 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act aims to limit single-family home rentals to address the housing shortage.
Real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
4 days ago

Home inspection trends reshaping the 2026 housing market

The home inspection industry is evolving, impacting mortgage processes through standard thermal imaging and video walkthrough reports.
Agriculture
fromRealagriculture
6 days ago

Drone Spraying, land economics & land ownership | RealAg on the Weekend, April 18 & 19, 2026

The show features interviews on land transactions, economics, and drone spraying in Canadian agriculture.
Real estate
fromEntrepreneur
5 days ago

Here's What's Blocking You From Getting the Best Housing Deals

Real estate innovation struggles with distribution, preventing new technologies from reaching consumers despite advancements in proptech.
fromFast Company
1 month ago

If you want housing abundance, let the market work

Good urbanism should transcend politics. Socialists and capitalists can walk the same neighborhood and agree it's a pleasant place to live. They can each appreciate the tree canopy, the corner café with people spilling onto the sidewalk, the mix of ages on bikes and on foot, the architectural details of older buildings, and so on.
Philosophy
Boston real estate
fromBoston.com
3 weeks ago

Amid slowdown, developers set to sell part of dormant Dorchester megaproject

Developers are scaling back plans for Dorchester Bay City and putting a significant portion of the site up for sale due to market challenges.
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
3 weeks ago

New bin rules begin in England but not all councils are ready

New rules mandate weekly food waste collections in England, but many councils are unprepared to meet the deadline.
East Bay real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
1 month ago

California transit agency land could support 240,000 homes

California transit agencies own 2,875 parcels totaling 7,827 acres that could accommodate nearly 240,000 housing units to address the state's housing shortage.
Real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
6 days ago

America's housing shortage stems from more than overregulation

America's housing shortage is a long-term issue, with permits significantly below historical averages and a homeowner vacancy rate at a record low.
Real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
1 week ago

Sweeping residential zoning reform becomes law in Idaho

Mountain West states like Idaho experienced housing price surges due to an influx of remote workers during the pandemic, but local governments resist regulatory changes.
Agriculture
fromRealagriculture
2 weeks ago

Preserving farmland, strengthening food security: Why the Greenbelt matters

Ontario's agriculture sector must diversify and reduce reliance on U.S. trade to enhance self-reliance and capitalize on local production opportunities.
Environment
fromwww.cbc.ca
4 weeks ago

Why environmental advocates are speaking out against a planned development in northeast Pickering | CBC News

Environmental advocates oppose a planned development in northeast Pickering due to concerns about flood risk, water quality, and endangered species.
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

Campaigners celebrate after new town plans dropped

Campaigner Aysha Hawcutt stated that residents were 'not anti-homes', but believed the Adlington plan was 'the wrong proposal in the wrong place'. She expressed pride in the community's resilience against the development threats.
London politics
Environment
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

England should give over 7% of land to nature and renewables to meet environmental targets, data shows

England must allocate 7% of its land to nature, forests, and renewable energy to meet environmental targets while maintaining food production and housing capacity.
Agriculture
fromJezebel
3 weeks ago

'$26 Million Doesn't Mean a Thing': Farmer (Hero?) Who Rejected Data Center Buyout

Cattle farmers reject offers from an AI company to buy their land, valuing heritage over financial gain.
fromwww.housingwire.com
1 month ago

How Public Financing Wins Projects Before You Build

Through Community Facilities Districts (CFD), Municipal Utility Districts (MUD), Public Improvement Districts (PID), Community Development Districts (CDD) and reimbursement districts (RD), builders can potentially shift infrastructure costs off their balance sheets and onto special districts that homebuyers ultimately absorb through property taxes without potentially adding debt to the builder's books.
LA real estate
Los Angeles
fromLos Angeles Times
33 years ago

Redevelopment

Commerce's redevelopment is driven by elected officials and economic necessity, transforming an industrial landscape into a diverse economy with jobs, housing, and improved infrastructure.
#housing-development
East Bay real estate
fromLos Angeles Times
27 years ago

Housing Permits Urged for 3 Projects

Ventura Planning Commission unanimously approved three east Ventura developments totaling 245 housing units: a 100-unit apartment complex and two single-family home projects, allocating the city's limited annual housing permits.
East Bay real estate
fromLos Angeles Times
27 years ago

Housing Permits Urged for 3 Projects

Ventura Planning Commission unanimously approved three east Ventura developments totaling 245 housing units: a 100-unit apartment complex and two single-family home projects, allocating the city's limited annual housing permits.
SF real estate
fromLos Angeles Times
36 years ago

Don't Let the Neighbors Steal Your Real Estate

Neighbors can acquire permanent prescriptive easements on your property through continuous, unauthorized use for 5-21 years without payment, but granting written permission prevents this.
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

Residents to grow food on 'unloved' public land

Hounslow Council launches Right to Grow initiative allowing residents to cultivate food on unused public land, becoming only the second London council to adopt this policy.
Real estate
fromInc
1 month ago

Why Connectivity Is the New 'Location' in Commercial Real Estate

Digital infrastructure and connectivity now rival or surpass traditional location as the primary factor determining real estate value for business properties, with 96% of U.S. business leaders willing to pay premium prices for reliable connectivity.
Environment
fromEarth911
2 months ago

Guest Idea: Reusing Yard Debris

Yard debris such as leaves, branches, and grass clippings can be reused to improve soil health, reduce waste, and support sustainable landscapes.
Agriculture
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

US farmers are rejecting multimillion-dollar datacenter bids for their land: I'm not for sale'

Rural landowners are rejecting lucrative offers for datacenter development, turning down multimillion-dollar buyouts as tech firms seek vast powered land for AI infrastructure.
Agriculture
fromFortune
2 months ago

Farmer turns down $15.7 million offer from data center developers: 'It breaks my heart ... the rest of every square inch is going to get built on' | Fortune

An 86-year-old Pennsylvania farmer sold development rights for under $2 million to preserve 261 acres instead of accepting over $15 million from developers.
fromLos Angeles Times
41 years ago

Loan Arranged for Rehab Development

First Interstate Mortgage Co.'s income property division has arranged a $2.3-million construction loan and $2.6-million permanent loan for the rehabilitation of an existing three-story building in Pasadena, located at 95 N. Marengo St.
Real estate
fromwww.facilitiesdive.com
2 months ago

All eyes on utilization: How CRE leaders are rethinking building space

The global average building utilization rate dramatically jumped in 2025 to 53%, the highest since before the pandemic, validating the effectiveness of hybrid strategies in driving more in-office activity, according to CBRE. Utilization rates were 38% in 2024 and 35% in 2023, compared to the 65% that most respondents to CBRE's global workplace occupancy benchmarking program identified as their target.
Real estate
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