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BBC News
3 months ago
London

Tower Hamlets has worst household recycling rate in England

Tower Hamlets has the fastest-growing population in the country, with a 22.1% increase from 2011 to 2021.
The borough struggles to provide enough recycling facilities and infrastructure due to its unique population density and housing stock. [ more ]
Boston.com
3 months ago
Boston

Median down payment tops $105k for metro Boston home buyers

Metro Boston home buyers are paying a median down payment of $105,300 for single-family homes, higher than most other metropolitan areas in the U.S.
The high costs are attributed to low housing stock, and even with zoning reform, it will take at least two years to bring new housing to the market. [ more ]
www.cbc.ca
4 months ago
Education

Ottawa planning to reduce volume of international students in certain provinces: source | CBC News

The federal government is considering reducing the number of international students in certain provinces due to issues with housing stock.
Discussions between the federal government and provinces about limiting student numbers and tightening regulations have been unfruitful. [ more ]
Austin Monitor
4 months ago
Austin

Mackenzie Kelly seeks common ground while pursuing public safety, housing goals in 2024 - Austin Monitor

Mackenzie Kelly works for all voters, not just those who selected her
Kelly aims to find common ground and represent the community better [ more ]
Austin Monitor
5 months ago
Austin

Amendments, memos point to finer steps for implementing HOME initiative - Austin Monitor

City staff analysis supports the HOME initiative to increase housing stock in Austin
Adding more housing options can help address the high home prices and improve access to community assets [ more ]
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