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Cleveland Real Estate Investors Explore Opportunities in Gentrification's Shadow

Cleveland Real Estate Investors Explore Opportunities in Gentrification's Shadow

Cleveland Real Estate Investors Explore Opportunities in Gentrification's Shadow

Memphis Mayor Paul Young Outlines Housing as Core Strategy for City Growth and Community Development

Memphis Mayor Paul Young Outlines Housing as Core Strategy for City Growth and Community Development

Memphis Mayor Paul Young has highlighted housing as the foundational element of the city's growth strategy. During an episode of NAHB’s podcast, 'Housing Developments,' Mayor Young discussed key housing programs initiated to achieve the city's goal of creating 10,000 housing units in its core by 2030. He emphasized that quality housing is essential for strong schools, a growing economy, cultural vibrancy, and overall quality of life. The city is pursuing a 'Build Up, Not Out' strategy to efficiently deliver services by adding residents to established areas. This approach, however, faces challenges such as infrastructure issues in older parts of the city and an appraisal gap in historically underserved neighborhoods, where acquisition and construction costs can exceed appraised values.

Atlanta Beltline Achieves Major Land Acquisition Milestone for 22-Mile Loop

Atlanta Beltline Achieves Major Land Acquisition Milestone for 22-Mile Loop

The Atlanta Beltline project has reached a significant milestone by completing the land acquisition for its entire 22-mile loop. This achievement marks the culmination of a two-decade effort involving approximately 200 transactions to secure the necessary property. Dave Pierce, Vice President of Real Estate and Asset Management for the Atlanta Beltline, highlighted the extensive teamwork and dedication required to reach this point. With the land secured, the project will now focus on construction and expanding access to more areas of Atlanta. Upcoming developments include extending the Beltline into Buckhead, near Piedmont Hospital, a key employment center. The acquisition process faced challenges, particularly in the Northwest Atlanta section where active railroad corridors necessitated careful planning and community engagement to accommodate the Beltline while respecting existing properties.

Connecticut Ranks Last in U.S. for Housing Permits, State Officials Dispute Data Accuracy

Connecticut Ranks Last in U.S. for Housing Permits, State Officials Dispute Data Accuracy

Connecticut has been identified as ranking last in the United States for issuing building permits for new homes and apartments, according to a new report by the Lied Center for Real Estate at the University of Nevada Las Vegas. The report analyzed housing permits granted between January and August 2026, but it only accounts for permits issued, not actual construction completions. Lied Center Research Director Nicholas Irwin noted that the U.S. Census Bureau's Building Permits survey, which formed the basis of the report, is a survey and not all municipalities participate. Connecticut Department of Economic and Community Development (DECD) Commissioner Dan O’Keefe has questioned the accuracy of this preliminary report, stating that Connecticut's permit data is consistently underreported by the U.S. Census Bureau, sometimes by as much as 30%. O'Keefe highlighted that the DECD's annual report, which includes participation from every Connecticut municipality, showed a 44% growth in 2025 compared to the Census ...

City of Cambridge Honored for Decades-Long Commitment to Homebuyer Education

City of Cambridge Honored for Decades-Long Commitment to Homebuyer Education

The City of Cambridge has received a Pioneer Award from the Citizens’ Housing and Planning Association (CHAPA) through its Massachusetts Homebuyer Collaborative. This award recognizes Cambridge's more than 20-year partnership with the Collaborative in providing high-quality first-time homebuyer education. For over 25 years, Cambridge has offered CHAPA-certified workshops six times annually, serving more than 400 participants each year. These workshops provide a comprehensive overview of the homebuying process, featuring presentations from local real estate agents, mortgage lenders, home inspectors, real estate attorneys, and insurance professionals. Participants who complete the program receive a certificate that can help them access affordable mortgage products, down payment assistance programs, and first-time homebuyer opportunities available through city and partner programs. The Massachusetts Homebuyer Collaborative sets standards for certified agencies offering homebuyer education and counseling servi...

Glendale Gardens in Tuscaloosa Recognized as Historic Neighborhood with Specific Development Guidelines

Glendale Gardens in Tuscaloosa Recognized as Historic Neighborhood with Specific Development Guidelines

Glendale Gardens, a historic neighborhood in Tuscaloosa, Alabama, is characterized as one of the city's smallest and quietest historic districts. Comprising approximately 33 homes along a single tree-lined street, the neighborhood's original houses date primarily from 1939 to 1945. It is designated as a City of Tuscaloosa local historic district, meaning that exterior changes to properties require a Certificate of Appropriateness from the Historic Preservation Commission (HPC) before a building permit can be issued. This includes additions, new construction, demolition, and alterations to windows, siding, porches, and fences. Recent property sales in Glendale Gardens have ranged from approximately $320,000 to $750,000, reflecting a mix of original homes and larger rebuilds following the April 27, 2011 tornado.

Biophilic Design Integrates Nature into Homes to Enhance Well-being and Property Value

Biophilic Design Integrates Nature into Homes to Enhance Well-being and Property Value

Biophilic Design Integrates Nature into Homes to Enhance Well-being and Property Value

Bronx Organizers Protest New Developments, Citing Displacement and Unaffordable Housing

Bronx Organizers Protest New Developments, Citing Displacement and Unaffordable Housing

Housing advocates and community organizers in the Bronx recently protested new developments, arguing that they are pricing out long-term residents and failing to provide truly affordable housing. A rally, organized by the Affordable for You Campaign, gathered approximately two dozen people at Bryan Park on Fordham Road. Speakers at the event called for greater community control over housing definitions and challenged the city's and developers' criteria for 'affordable' housing. The campaign demands that 70% of units designated as affordable housing be accessible to individuals earning less than $40,000 annually, which is roughly the median income for Bronx residents. Despite the Bronx leading New York City in affordable housing production, particularly in the South and West Bronx, organizers contend that existing residents are not benefiting from these initiatives. They also criticized property management companies, such as Wavecrest Management, for alleged housing violations and neglect.

Elizabeth Mayor J. Chris Bollwage Discusses Economic Growth and Urban Challenges with Steve Adubato

Elizabeth Mayor J. Chris Bollwage Discusses Economic Growth and Urban Challenges with Steve Adubato

Elizabeth Mayor J. Chris Bollwage recently engaged in a discussion with Steve Adubato, focusing on the city's economic growth, job opportunities, and ongoing efforts to maintain cleanliness. The conversation also delved into the significant influence of Newark Airport and the Port of Elizabeth on the city's economy and future trajectory. Mayor Bollwage highlighted the strategic importance of these transportation hubs in shaping Elizabeth's development and its capacity to attract businesses and create employment. The dialogue aimed to provide insights into how Elizabeth is addressing the complexities of urban development while fostering a thriving economic environment for its residents. The discussion covered various aspects of city management, including strategies for urban improvement and community well-being.

D.C. Council Approves $275 Million Bond for Justice Department Building Conversion to Apartments

D.C. Council Approves $275 Million Bond for Justice Department Building Conversion to Apartments

D.C. Council Approves $275 Million Bond for Justice Department Building Conversion to Apartments

San Francisco Approves First Housing Development Under Mayor Lurie's Family Zoning Plan on Anza Street

San Francisco Approves First Housing Development Under Mayor Lurie's Family Zoning Plan on Anza Street

The San Francisco Planning Commission has unanimously approved the first housing development under Mayor Daniel Lurie’s new Family Zoning Plan. This project, located on Anza Street near Collins Street in the Laurel Heights neighborhood, will replace a two-story, rent-controlled, two-unit residential building with an 85-foot-tall, eight-story condominium building containing eight units. The new building will include a one-bedroom and a two-bedroom unit designated as affordable replacement units at 80% Area Median Income (AMI), in exchange for the lost rent-controlled housing. The project is exempted from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) under California State law AB130. This development is seen as a significant step in implementing the Family Zoning Plan, which aims to address San Francisco's housing shortage by allowing taller buildings along transit corridors.

CU Denver Offers Weekend Retreat-Style Classes on Gentrification and Social Equity

CU Denver Offers Weekend Retreat-Style Classes on Gentrification and Social Equity

The University of Colorado Denver's Political Science Department is offering weekend retreat-style classes in Spring 2027, focusing on local community development issues. These courses, part of the New Directions weekend program, include topics such as Social Housing & Community Ownership, Community Organizing and Development, The Social Economy & Sustainable Development, and Gentrification & Social Equity. The classes are designed to provide intensive study over six weekend days, offering flexibility for students. They aim to move beyond traditional classroom settings by incorporating community tours and instruction from experienced practitioners in the field. Both graduate and undergraduate students are eligible to enroll in these unique courses.