Archive: Housing
Squatting In Homes Has Become Too Easy
New York City’s squatter laws, and America’s other “pro tenant” legislation, shows that we’re moving away from respect for property rights.
Upzoning: Only Part of the Housing Affordability Fix
Various other regulations hold back production, making upzoning bills useless or even counterproductive.
Is Dubai a YIMBY Success Story?
The wealthy emirate builds a lot, but is not a free housing market - and falls short of what it needs.
Farmer’s $370k Property Seized to Cover a $60k Tax Debt
Home equity theft is a much bigger problem than many realize.
The Folly of Urban Planning in Guatemala City
Guatemala City's “Opportunity District” plan shows the flaws of trying to predict where growth happens
Does Chicago’s Aldermanic System Work?
Chicago’s long-time debate about aldermanic privilege speaks to a larger one about whether city council elections should be ward-based or at-large
Can Granny Flats Make California Affordable?
Thousands of people want to build and rent homes in California, will this loophole help?
See How Little Housing Some U.S. Metros Permit
The supply is not meeting demand
Stop Subsidizing Homes in Flood Zones
The market will make clear what land is fit to live on
What are DAOs and Can They Run Cities?
How decentralized autonomous organizations can improve or replace local governance
Do Upzonings Increase Home Prices?
What really keeps getting in the way of building more housing?
Should Public Transit Be Free?
The "dos and don'ts" of economically viable free public transportation