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NYC politics
fromwww.housingwire.com
1 week ago

Democrats put housing front and center in NYC mayoral debate

Candidates discussed affordable housing solutions as a key issue, with varied proposals and experiences presented at a debate in New York City.
US news
fromThe Washington Post
1 month ago

Proposed cuts to housing programs could affect millions, experts warn

Proposed cuts to federal housing funding could severely impact millions during an existing affordability and supply crisis.
NYC real estate
fromtherealdeal.com
1 week ago

NYC Opportunity Zones disproportionately helped higher-income developments, not affordable housing: report

Opportunity Zones, while framed as a housing initiative, predominantly lead to market-rate housing rather than affordable options.
NYC politics
fromCity Limits
1 week ago

Opinion: NYC Needs Land and Housing for People, Not Profit

Community Land Trusts (CLTs) provide a sustainable solution for affordable housing while combating systemic inequalities.
NYC politics
fromwww.housingwire.com
1 week ago

Democrats put housing front and center in NYC mayoral debate

Candidates discussed affordable housing solutions as a key issue, with varied proposals and experiences presented at a debate in New York City.
US news
fromThe Washington Post
1 month ago

Proposed cuts to housing programs could affect millions, experts warn

Proposed cuts to federal housing funding could severely impact millions during an existing affordability and supply crisis.
NYC real estate
fromtherealdeal.com
1 week ago

NYC Opportunity Zones disproportionately helped higher-income developments, not affordable housing: report

Opportunity Zones, while framed as a housing initiative, predominantly lead to market-rate housing rather than affordable options.
NYC politics
fromCity Limits
1 week ago

Opinion: NYC Needs Land and Housing for People, Not Profit

Community Land Trusts (CLTs) provide a sustainable solution for affordable housing while combating systemic inequalities.
#rent-pressure-zones
Real estate
fromIndependent
6 days ago

Entire country to become Rent Pressure Zone within weeks in scramble to stop landlords hiking rents before new rules

The Government aims to implement Rent Pressure Zones to curb rent increases across the country.
fromIndependent
6 days ago
Real estate

'No messing around' - Entire country to become Rent Pressure Zone within weeks in scramble to stop rent hikes

Real estate
fromIndependent
6 days ago

Entire country to become Rent Pressure Zone within weeks in scramble to stop landlords hiking rents before new rules

The Government aims to implement Rent Pressure Zones to curb rent increases across the country.
fromIndependent
6 days ago
Real estate

'No messing around' - Entire country to become Rent Pressure Zone within weeks in scramble to stop rent hikes

#legislation
NYC politics
fromQNS
3 weeks ago

Gianaris, Rosenthal introduce legislation to reshape NYC Rent Guidelines Board, describe system as 'broken' - QNS

Sen. Gianaris and Assembly Member Rosenthal propose reforms to the Rent Guidelines Board to prevent excessive rent increases on stabilized apartments.
San Francisco
fromKqed
1 week ago

Controversial Housing-Near-Transit Bill Advances to Next Stop in Legislature | KQED

California's SB 79 aims to allow more multi-unit housing near transit, amidst affordability concerns and opposition regarding local control.
fromIndependent
3 days ago
Renovation

'I just couldn't get my head around it' - government ministers admit they don't understand new rent reform plan

NYC politics
fromQNS
3 weeks ago

Gianaris, Rosenthal introduce legislation to reshape NYC Rent Guidelines Board, describe system as 'broken' - QNS

Sen. Gianaris and Assembly Member Rosenthal propose reforms to the Rent Guidelines Board to prevent excessive rent increases on stabilized apartments.
San Francisco
fromKqed
1 week ago

Controversial Housing-Near-Transit Bill Advances to Next Stop in Legislature | KQED

California's SB 79 aims to allow more multi-unit housing near transit, amidst affordability concerns and opposition regarding local control.
fromIndependent
3 days ago
Renovation

'I just couldn't get my head around it' - government ministers admit they don't understand new rent reform plan

#homelessness
NYC politics
fromCity Limits
1 week ago

What Happened This Week in NYC Housing? June 6, 2025

The Trump administration's budget could severely cut NYC housing programs, adversely affecting low-income renters.
Advocates are pushing for social housing to promote community land trusts and nonprofit ownership.
New law will require landlords to disclose rent-stabilization status in properties to assist tenants.
Social justice
fromKqed
1 week ago

A New Book Makes the Case for Housing as a Human Right

The lack of political will is the biggest barrier to solving homelessness.
NYC politics
fromThe Nation
4 days ago

How Andrew Cuomo Made Homelessness Worse

Cuomo's mayoral campaign attempts to address the homeless crisis while ignoring the consequences of his own prior policies.
NYC politics
fromwww.amny.com
2 weeks ago

Op-Ed | Stop Mayor Adams' rent hike on vulnerable families | amNewYork

Mayor Adams' proposed rent hike for CityFHEPS vouchers risks increasing homelessness and financial strain on families in New York City.
NYC politics
fromCity Limits
1 week ago

What Happened This Week in NYC Housing? June 6, 2025

The Trump administration's budget could severely cut NYC housing programs, adversely affecting low-income renters.
Advocates are pushing for social housing to promote community land trusts and nonprofit ownership.
New law will require landlords to disclose rent-stabilization status in properties to assist tenants.
Social justice
fromKqed
1 week ago

A New Book Makes the Case for Housing as a Human Right

The lack of political will is the biggest barrier to solving homelessness.
NYC politics
fromThe Nation
4 days ago

How Andrew Cuomo Made Homelessness Worse

Cuomo's mayoral campaign attempts to address the homeless crisis while ignoring the consequences of his own prior policies.
NYC politics
fromwww.amny.com
2 weeks ago

Op-Ed | Stop Mayor Adams' rent hike on vulnerable families | amNewYork

Mayor Adams' proposed rent hike for CityFHEPS vouchers risks increasing homelessness and financial strain on families in New York City.
#rental-market
fromIrish Independent
1 week ago
UK politics

New rent controls: Landlords face increased fines for breaking rules; eviction ban won't apply to half of all tenancies, opposition warns

fromIrish Independent
1 week ago
UK politics

New rent controls: Landlords face increased fines for breaking rules; eviction ban won't apply to half of all tenancies, opposition warns

#rent-increases
fromCbsnews
3 weeks ago
NYC real estate

NYC Rent Guidelines Board votes to lower range for rent increase on 2-year leases

Brooklyn
fromBKReader
3 weeks ago

Rent Guidelines Board Lowers Likely Rent Increases on 2-Yr Leases

The Rent Guidelines Board has reduced the allowable rent increases for two-year leases of rent-stabilized apartments.
NYC real estate
fromCbsnews
3 weeks ago

NYC Rent Guidelines Board votes to lower range for rent increase on 2-year leases

NYC Rent Guidelines Board revises potential rent increase range amidst tenant concerns and rising landlord profits.
NYC real estate
fromtherealdeal.com
4 days ago

The Daily Dirt: Rent board rookie makes valiant but naive case to activists

Rent increases by RGB have been below inflation for the past decade, affecting rent-stabilized tenants.
Low rent hikes result in increased distress among tenants living in pre-1974 buildings.
#rent-control
NYC politics
fromNew York Post
4 weeks ago

Progressive Manhattan lawmakers again push 'rent control for the rich'

A proposed bill to limit rent for wealthy co-op owners raises concerns over contract rights and potential negative impacts on New York's business climate.
NYC politics
fromNew York Post
4 weeks ago

Progressive Manhattan lawmakers again push 'rent control for the rich'

A proposed bill to limit rent for wealthy co-op owners raises concerns over contract rights and potential negative impacts on New York's business climate.
from48 hills
6 days ago

Lurie doesn't say the words 'Sanctuary City' at supes meeting - 48 hills

As mayor my goal is to keep everyone safe. These tactics are intended to instill fear that makes the city less safe.
San Francisco
#real-estate
fromtherealdeal.com
1 week ago
NYC real estate

Judge declines to halt NYC's broker fee bill

The FARE Act mandates landlords pay broker fees, shifting costs from tenants to landlords, while a legal challenge by REBNY has been denied.
fromwww.housingwire.com
4 weeks ago
NYC real estate

NAR: Americans want a tax plan that supports the American dream

A significant majority of voters support tax incentives that enhance homeownership and real estate investment.
Brooklyn
fromBrooklyn Eagle
3 weeks ago

Rent Guideline Board slightly scales back proposed rent hikes

Rent Guidelines Board re-votes to lower proposed rent increases for NYC rent-stabilized apartments.
NYC real estate
fromGothamist
1 week ago

Federal judge clears way for NYC broker fee ban to begin

A ban on broker fees for New York City renters takes effect, reducing upfront costs for moving.
Judge Abrams' ruling supports tenants' rights by allowing broker fee ban despite opposition.
NYC real estate
fromtherealdeal.com
1 week ago

Judge declines to halt NYC's broker fee bill

The FARE Act mandates landlords pay broker fees, shifting costs from tenants to landlords, while a legal challenge by REBNY has been denied.
#rental-assistance
NYC parents
fromwww.npr.org
1 week ago

The Trump administration is working on a plan for time limits on rental aid

HUD plans to limit federal rental subsidies duration and add work requirements, impacting millions of low-income families.
NYC politics
fromCity Limits
1 week ago

City Cuts Key Incentive For Landlords to Take CityFHEPS Housing Vouchers

New York City has eliminated landlords' one-month rent incentive for housing vouchers, making it harder for voucher holders to secure apartments.
NYC parents
fromwww.npr.org
1 week ago

The Trump administration is working on a plan for time limits on rental aid

HUD plans to limit federal rental subsidies duration and add work requirements, impacting millions of low-income families.
NYC politics
fromCity Limits
1 week ago

City Cuts Key Incentive For Landlords to Take CityFHEPS Housing Vouchers

New York City has eliminated landlords' one-month rent incentive for housing vouchers, making it harder for voucher holders to secure apartments.
fromIndependent
1 week ago

Gabija Gataveckaite: Fianna Fail say they are the party of home ownership yet they are now U-turning on build-to-rents

Fianna Fáil highlights its commitment to home ownership, showcasing its 'Housing for All' initiative aimed at building 300,000 new homes by 2030.
Real estate
US news
fromwww.npr.org
1 week ago

Should federal rental aid come with a time limit? Here's how it works in one place

Federal housing subsidies can promote self-sufficiency but impose strict time limits that may not effectively help recipients find stability.
#local-government
fromBoston.com
1 week ago
Boston real estate

Milton becomes 'interim compliant' with MBTA Communities Act after years-long standoff

fromBoston.com
1 week ago
Boston real estate

Milton becomes 'interim compliant' with MBTA Communities Act after years-long standoff

NYC politics
fromwww.housingwire.com
1 week ago

HUD plans new time limits, work requirements for rental assistance

Limitations on public housing benefits should come with supportive measures like fixed rent and automatic savings accounts.
#urban-development
London politics
fromwww.standard.co.uk
1 month ago

Sadiq Khan explains his controversial U-turn to back green belt house-building

Sadiq Khan's plan to build homes on London's green belt represents a significant policy shift to address housing shortages.
fromPadailypost
1 week ago
Silicon Valley real estate

Becker votes for bill that would allow 7-story buildings near train stations, bus stops

London politics
fromwww.standard.co.uk
1 month ago

Sadiq Khan explains his controversial U-turn to back green belt house-building

Sadiq Khan's plan to build homes on London's green belt represents a significant policy shift to address housing shortages.
fromPadailypost
1 week ago
Silicon Valley real estate

Becker votes for bill that would allow 7-story buildings near train stations, bus stops

#labour-party
#new-york-city
NYC politics
fromThe New York Sun
2 weeks ago

Danger Ahead in New York's Mayoral Race as Pandering Politicians Cater to the Rent-Freeze Voting Bloc

Rent freezes could lead to detrimental outcomes for New York's housing market and living conditions.
NYC politics
fromwww.amny.com
3 weeks ago

NYC Rent Guidelines Board scales back proposed two-year lease hike, but rent-stabilized tenants still face increases | amNewYork

The New York City Rent Guidelines Board has lowered the proposed rent increase for two-year leases on rent-stabilized apartments in a rare revote.
NYC politics
fromThe New York Sun
2 weeks ago

Danger Ahead in New York's Mayoral Race as Pandering Politicians Cater to the Rent-Freeze Voting Bloc

Rent freezes could lead to detrimental outcomes for New York's housing market and living conditions.
NYC politics
fromwww.amny.com
3 weeks ago

NYC Rent Guidelines Board scales back proposed two-year lease hike, but rent-stabilized tenants still face increases | amNewYork

The New York City Rent Guidelines Board has lowered the proposed rent increase for two-year leases on rent-stabilized apartments in a rare revote.
fromIrish Independent
2 weeks ago

Attic conversions and extensions for elderly family to be exempt from planning rules in memo going before cabinet

Ministers will consider changes to planning rules including attic conversions and external wall insulation, aimed at improving residential adaptability and efficiency.
UK politics
#san-jose
fromwww.housingwire.com
2 weeks ago

HUD walks back mortgage default guidance as too burdensome'

Through the new guidance, HUD is providing lenders with more flexibility in borrower engagement while adjusting certain requirements established under ML 2024-24.
Remodel
#developers
UK politics
fromHomebuilding
2 weeks ago

Starmer gets tough on housebuilders - but are they villains or scapegoats?

Labour's housing policy imposes tough penalties on developers failing to deliver promised homes.
Countryside charity CPRE critiques the government's housing approach, warning against weakening local democracy.
UK politics
fromHomebuilding
2 weeks ago

Starmer gets tough on housebuilders - but are they villains or scapegoats?

Labour's housing policy imposes tough penalties on developers failing to deliver promised homes.
Countryside charity CPRE critiques the government's housing approach, warning against weakening local democracy.
fromThe Mercury News
3 weeks ago

Letters: Cortese plan to use taxpayer credit to fund housing is a bad risk

It is not fair to keep making ordinary citizens subsidize the profits of large developers. High-risk pools should pay the real costs of their projects by themselves.
Left-wing politics
#mayo-county-council
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 weeks ago

Owners of second homes in Wales are having to sell up. That's no disaster: it's a godsend | Will Hayward

The changes have led to something of an exodus of some second-home owners, which reflects the success of the policy aimed to address housing issues.
UK news
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago

Latest line: A good week for Buffy Wicks, a bad week for Jesse Arreguin

Buffy Wicks, the Assemblywoman from Oakland, has gained significant recognition with an early endorsement from Governor Gavin Newsom for her bill AB 609, which aims to facilitate residential construction by exempting it from the California Environmental Quality Act.
East Bay (California)
fromThe Mercury News
1 month ago

Gov. Newsom picks housing over CEQA in 2 bills aimed at speeding construction

"It's time to get serious about this issue, period, full stop," Newsom said this morning. "If you care about your kids you care about getting this done. This is the biggest opportunity to do something big and bold and the only impediment is us."
NYC politics
Silicon Valley real estate
fromStreetsblog
1 month ago

Wiener's Controversial Legislation to Upzone Near Transit Keeps Moving with One Major Change - Streetsblog California

SB 79 aims to facilitate housing near high-quality transit locations, allowing for taller buildings.
The bill's journey reflects unusual bipartisan support despite opposition from key committee chairs.
US news
fromThe Washington Post
1 month ago

60,000 people set to prematurely lose federal housing assistance

NEarly 60,000 people in the U.S. face imminent eviction as federal housing assistance funding runs out prematurely.
fromwww.housingwire.com
1 month ago

HUD secretary defends repeal of fair housing rule

The AFFH rule, requiring local governments to analyze housing disparities, was criticized as a major federal intrusion by Secretary Turner, who emphasized the excessive regulatory burdens it imposed.
NYC politics
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