Real estate leaders praise federal housing plans

"Supply side takes time to come online, he said. You don't really have federal control over supply at the local level, because it's all about how the local municipalities are going to respond. You can do things to incentivize, you can do things to nudge, but if the not in my backyard' mindset continues at the local level, you're not going to push through that with federal zoning."

"Solving our nation's housing crisis is going to demand a holistic approach at the federal, state and local level, he said. After 25-plus years in real estate, I've seen how housing challenges whether affordability or supply are often impacted by government programs and regulations. Zoning, permitting and workforce availability vary widely but directly impact the ability to build new houses and expand the use of existing properties. Ultimately, while these federal proposals show promise, it's important to remember they're still in the early stages."

National policy cannot rapidly resolve deeply local housing shortages because supply increases take time and local municipalities ultimately control approvals. Local opposition and NIMBY mindsets can block development despite federal incentives or zoning. Using federal land for new housing is generally a long-term strategy requiring years and often involves remote locations. Zoning, permitting, and workforce availability directly affect the ability to build new houses and repurpose existing properties. Legislative efforts like the ROAD to Housing Act of 2025 propose grants, an innovation fund, and faster permitting, while smaller bills and zoning frameworks aim to cut red tape and accelerate construction.

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