housing shortage

John Bossange and Jerry Ward of Better (not bigger) Vermont criticize pro-development policies, arguing that speculative housing, environmental degradation, and wealth inequality—not a housing shortage—plague Vermont. They highlight 65,000 unoccupied homes in Vermont, mostly owned by investors, and question the affordability of new homes for residents.

Seattle is implementing a change to address climate change and a housing shortage, but State Environmental Policy Act appeals are causing significant delays. The article highlights concerns about the time lost due to these appeals.

Marsha Blackburn is a Republican candidate for Governor of Tennessee. She is currently a U.S. Senator, previously served as a congresswoman and state senator, and focuses on conservative policies for economic growth, housing affordability, and addressing homelessness through work requirements. Her campaign emphasizes limited government intervention and creating opportunities for Tennesseans.

The Massachusetts Senate proposes requiring municipalities to allow duplexes as-of-right in residentially zoned areas to address housing shortages. The measure aims to increase affordable housing supply, with advocates pushing for broader zoning reforms to permit up to five-unit developments where utilities support it.

Vermont and other states are testing 'gentle infill' to address housing shortages by building homes on vacant lots. South Bend, Indiana, constructed over 500 new homes in four years using vacant lots, partnerships with nonprofits, and pre-approved designs to streamline development.

The U.S. passed the 21st Century Road to Housing Act to address housing shortages by easing construction barriers and limiting large investors. President Trump neither signed nor vetoed the bill, allowing it to become law automatically. The law includes measures like factory-built housing incentives, zoning policy reforms, and converting commercial buildings to affordable housing.

A former office building in Midtown, the Pfizer Building, experienced structural failure during conversion to apartments, causing buckled columns. While the building is now stable, experts warn of potential financial issues and stigma, though the city's housing shortage may drive renters to move in despite concerns.

A $100 million Kansas City Regional Housing Fund, developed by MARC and LISC, aims to create or preserve 3,500-5,000 affordable housing units. The region faces a housing shortage due to rising home values and insufficient construction, with 69,000 low-income renters in unaffordable homes.

Vermont is experiencing population decline, housing shortages, and economic challenges due to aging population, rising taxes, and insufficient job creation. The state must add 13,500 workers annually and build 7,500 homes yearly to maintain stability but currently permits only 2,500 homes.

A former Navy SEAL is converting the Crawford House building in Colorado Springs into eight affordable rental units. Aaron Smith cites his military service and passion for architecture as motivations for addressing the city's housing shortage, which exceeds 27,000 units as of 2023.

Fall River Health Services in Hot Springs, South Dakota, is investing in a subdivision project to provide housing for its employees. The initiative aims to address a local housing shortage.

QXO's $3 billion junk bond sale for a takeover has drawn strong demand. Canada's population is growing rapidly due to over a million newcomers last year, exacerbating a housing shortage and prompting aggressive buyer bids.

The BUILD Act, proposed by Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker, aims to address a housing shortage by allowing small apartment buildings and accessory dwellings in residential areas, streamlining permitting processes, and limiting parking requirements. While supporters argue it will expand affordable housing, suburban mayors like those of Palos Park and Orland Park oppose it, citing concerns over local control and infrastructure impacts.

A dilapidated property in a rough neighborhood sold for $1 million, highlighting California's severe housing shortage and decades of rapidly rising housing costs.

Protestors in Madrid are addressing rising rents and housing shortages, which have become a major concern for Spanish voters. Increased demand due to tourism and immigration-driven population growth has exacerbated the issue.