#HousingPolicy is an active hashtag on Bluesky. In the last 30 days, 51 people shared 123 posts with it — around 4 a day. Activity is up 35% versus the previous week, peaking on Jul 10 with 9 posts.
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pearlsandirritations.com
The unfairness we've learned to walk past
Allowing homelessness to continue is a choice. Ending it must become one too.
www.bbc.com
Shared ownership: 'It was sold as a dream but became a nightmare'
Londoners, including couple Chris and Diana, share their experiences of shared ownership.
drduru.com
What Happened In the Housing Market - No Escape Velocity
Housing data showed no escape from stagnation as builder sentiment improved but home sales, permits, and starts remained trapped in ranges.
www.noahpinion.blog
Harris has the right idea on housing
It has to be managed as both a consumer good and as an asset class.
shelterforce.org
Everyone Supports Aging in Place. But Can We Actually Deliver It? — Shelterforce
Helping older adults remain in their homes has become a policy goal across the country. Making it happen is far more complicated.
www.spreaker.com
Jasmine Crockett Backlash, Trump’s Housing Fight & Democrats at a Crossroads
On this episode of Poli Alert, we break down the political controversies, policy fights, and party debates shaping the national conversation. Rep. Jasmine Crockett faces backlash over comments made at the Essence Festival, raising new questions about political messaging, representation, and the intense scrutiny placed on prominent Black elected officials. The episode also examines the latest fight over President Trump’s housing bill and what its potential impact could mean for American families, renters, and homeowners. The conversation turns to Maine, where Graham Platner has withdrawn from the Senate race amid growing controversy. Charles Booker also joins the discussion on investment, economic opportunity, and the future direction of Democratic politics. Plus, the Poli Alert Lightning Round covers the biggest political headlines you need to know—and why they matter beyond the news cycle. In this episode: • Rep. Jasmine Crockett’s Essence Festival controversy • The battle over Trump’s housing bill • Graham Platner’s exit from Maine’s Senate race • Charles Booker on investment and Democratic politics • A rapid-fire breakdown of the week’s biggest political stories
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This New York law was supposed to protect tenants but is hiking rents instead | Brian Phillips, CRS,CIPS,C2EX,AHWD,NYRS,ABR,SRS,SFR,CNE,
💰📈 The rent increase you fear might be happening because of a law meant to prevent it. A growing debate is emerging around New York State’s Good Cause Eviction law, which took effect in 2024. The leg...
lloydalter.substack.com
The demographic time bomb is about to detonate
Attention must be paid: there are now more old people than young.
citizenportal.ai
Commission discusses ADU rules, setbacks, septic limits and privacy concerns
Commissioners reviewed state guidance and local constraints on accessory dwelling units (ADUs): the state requires allowing ADUs, there is no state maximum per property, and local code must address septic, setbacks, parking and privacy (window treatments). The commission agreed to clarify ADU definitions and setbacks in the redline.
citizenportal.ai
Board debates Housing Albemarle review, committee structure and incentives
Staff updated the Board on Housing Albemarle achievements and remaining needs — 5,439 affordable units produced toward a 10,070 target and $46 million committed — and supervisors pushed for clearer metrics, a strong advisory committee charter, and consideration of incentives such as tap‑fee relief and tax relief expansions.
citizenportal.ai
Board OKs Formal Recognition of Existing Three‑Family at 7 Haines Street
Attorney Andy Sullivan told the board the third basement unit at 7 Haines Street has existed for decades; the board granted a conditional use permit to formalize the three‑family occupancy, finding CUP criteria satisfied and including standard subsequent conditions.
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New York City Homeowners Sue Over Mamdani’s Pied-à-Terre Tax Rollout | Brian Phillips, CRS,CIPS,C2EX,AHWD,NYRS,ABR,SRS,SFR,CNE,
⚖️📬 The letters went out. Now NYC’s luxury second home tax is facing its first legal test. Only weeks after New York City began mailing notices to homeowners who may be subject to the new pied-à-terr...
www.newzealandmagazine.com
Election Policies Could Influence Post-Vote Property Market Activity
The upcoming election introduces uncertainty into New Zealand's property market, with two key policy proposals potentially impacting sales and prices.
citizenportal.ai
Commission votes to submit draft housing element to state with minor revision
The commission voted to send the draft 2026 comprehensive plan housing element to the state for review, removing the phrase 'by right' from the neighborhood-sizing schedule as requested by commissioners.
citizenportal.ai
Boards weigh HUD-based occupancy limits and narrower income bands for restricted units
Staff recommended HUD-style occupancy limits with allowances for minor children and proposed narrowing income ranges for eligibility; members requested impact data and asked staff to return with counts of affected units before final action.
citizenportal.ai
Committee discusses BUILD Act, middle housing mandates and local control
Committee members summarized intercounty discussion of the BUILD Act, noting emphasis on middle-housing mandates and accessory dwelling units and a shared preference for preserving local control over siting decisions.
citizenportal.ai
Commission recommends against allowing ADU occupancy before primary dwelling is completed; aligns with state ADU lot mandate
Commissioners recommended that city council adopt state-required changes (detached ADUs permitted on lots ≥11,000 sq ft) but voted against allowing occupancy of an ADU before the primary dwelling is finished, citing utility, safety and enforcement concerns.
shelterforce.org
Everyone Supports Aging in Place. But Can We Actually Deliver It? — Shelterforce
Helping older adults remain in their homes has become a policy goal across the country. Making it happen is far more complicated.
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