This report examines the realities of older adults' housing in the U.S. It begins with demographics and data about seniors' living situations, and then dives into challenges around affordability, accessibility, and housing quality. It closes out by focusing on the special challenge that is the "dual burden" of housing and elder care on low-income households.
Read MoreThis resource collects and summarizes research on inclusionary zoning, arguing that it may not be as effective as advocates hope at closing the affordability gap, and may also have deleterious effects on market-based housing development.
Read MoreA report from the Harvard Joint Center for Housing Research on the state of rental housing in the U.S., including data about households, housing stock, markets, affordability, and the many challenges facing rental housing in 2024.
Read MoreA database which allows users to compare median incomes for specific occupations with housing costs in metro areas.
Read MoreThis brief from the National Center for Homeless Education provides basic information to help homeless service providers and homeless education staff understand each other’s role in supporting children, youth, and families experiencing homelessness, while offering tools to enhance collaboration among agencies.
Read MoreSince parking costs increase as a percentage of rent for lower priced housing, and low income households tend to own fewer vehicles, minimum parking requirements are regressive and unfair. Various parking management strategies can increase affordability, economic efficiency and equity.
Read MoreCities, towns, and counties in many regions could benefit from tackling local housing challenges on a regional basis. While regional collaboration can often be challenging, a regional perspective can provide a more comprehensive understanding of the economic conditions that contribute to local housing needs.
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The FWD #197: New executive actions aim to increase office-to-residential conversions. Can they help the difficult math pencil out?
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The FWD #184: Could the new PRICE program herald a renaissance for manufactured housing communities?
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The FWD #183: The story of Millennials and homeownership continues its ups and downs.
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