Archive: Housing

Is “Universal” Zoning Variance an Answer to America’s Housing Shortage?
The policy is a “universal” zoning variance that would waive most land use regulations for projects that fit criteria codified by state or municipal lawmakers.
Nick Zaiac | February 12, 2019
Two Ways Atlanta Can Legalize a Bigger, Better Midtown
Aligning existing zoning with future plans is a political choice for Atlanta policymakers.
Nick Zaiac | January 21, 2019
Act Now to Keep Housing Affordable
As housing prices rise in Salt Lake City, so too does the cost of living, making it more difficult for businesses to attract employees.
January 15, 2019
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January 1, 2019
NIMBY or YIMBY?
Would you support or oppose denser housing developments?
December 19, 2018
Nick Zaiac | December 18, 2018
Should Chicago Officials Have the Power to Stop Development Projects?
The power to approve or disapprove of particular projects is a power to determine property rights for landowners.
Nick Zaiac | December 3, 2018
How Much is Government Housing Policy Costing You?
Take our quiz to find out just how much housing policy drives up the cost of rent.
November 28, 2018
A California Transit Agency Might Help Solve the Housing Crisis
Bill Makes BART City Planner of Last Resort for Station-Adjacent Land
Nick Zaiac | November 8, 2018
How Much Do You Know about the Love Gov Episode “A Room Without a View”?
Bound by a restraining order, Scott “Gov” Govinski has an epiphany: Why focus on just one person if you can “help” far more?
October 23, 2018
Jackpot!
If Rent Control is Like Winning the Lottery, Who Buys the Losing Tickets?
Ben Wilterdink | October 10, 2018
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