More homes. Broader prosperity. A real chance to make progress. Today, more than 200 national, state, and local organizations urged Congress to pass the 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act this week. Now is the moment to get housing done in Washington. upforgrowth.org/news_insight...

Decades of disinvestment left many American communities behind. The Neighborhood Homes Investment Act (#NHIA) can change that, revitalizing neighborhoods overlooked by traditional programs. Read more via @woubnews.bsky.social 👉 link.upforgrowth.org/22xRQg

“Quite jarring.” www.arlnow.com/2025/06/05/f...

Federally owned lands—Amtrak stations, USPS sites—represent untapped resources for transformative housing solutions. Let's unlock them meet America's urgent housing needs. #PublicLand #HousingAbundance link.upforgrowth.org/WVsYuv

It's almost as if supply and demand is a thing in the housing market, just like every other type of market.

Great reporting from David Gelles @nytimes.com. Insurance premiums in wildfire-prone California rose 17%, highlighting the hidden costs of climate-vulnerable land use. This issue extends beyond finances—it's about community planning. We need to rethink zoning to build compact, resilient communities.

Cities evolve. Duluth's Woodland neighborhood itself emerged only after the 1890s streetcar line—a mere blink compared to centuries-old European cities. Embracing change, including condos, is key to sustainable communities. #ZoningReform #UrbanEvolution Read more:

Housing affordability needs bold moves—like embracing single-stair buildings. They've proven safe globally, slash costs, and help cities build smarter. Let's reform outdated codes. #ProHousing #SingleStair More from @rachelmcohen.bsky.social at Vox: link.upforgrowth.org/B6QTUZ

HUD's outdated chassis rule throttles innovation in housing. Removing it could unlock factory-built homes—up to 65% cheaper and faster. It's time to modernize housing regulations. #AffordableHousing #HousingInnovation Read more from @niskanencenter.bsky.soc : link.upforgrowth.org/dzOknQ

Adequate Public Facilities Ordinances often fail communities by exacerbating housing shortages. Reform is overdue. #UrbanPlanning #Democracy More here: link.upforgrowth.org/j14aTP (And if you nerd out on housing policy as much as I do, subscribe to Homefront: www.mikekingsella.com)

We didn't just price out renters—we priced out the ability to build. It's not just an income problem; it's a structural supply crisis decades in the making. #HousingCrisis Read more:

Shocking stat: Veteran homelessness up 7% since 2023. Abundant housing is essential for those who protect us. #AffordableHousing Enjoying these insights? Subscribe to Homefront—my biweekly brief on housing supply solutions: link.upforgrowth.org/tBi9IA

Rent control may sound good, but history shows it reduces investment & shrinks housing supply. Washington State, beware. #RentControl #HousingShortage

Maryland school boards misuse enrollment numbers to block housing, hurting families. Infrastructure should unite, not divide. #ProcessReform

You know the YIMBY movement is winning when ADU builders start popping up everywhere at real estate events. Progress. #YIMBY #ADU

A town in Rhode Island is trying to seize private land — just to block affordable housing. If courts let them, it could give NIMBYs everywhere a dangerous new weapon: eminent domain. I break it down in the latest Homefront. www.mikekingsella.com

Forget Kelo v. New London—Johnston, #RhodeIsland mayor just weaponized eminent domain to block affordable housing. Using gov’t power to stop homes isn’t #NIMBYism—it’s actively pushing communities backward. We need homes, not roadblocks. link.upforgrowth.org/6x4GPP

Congressional YIMBY Caucus launches today—bipartisan effort to boost housing supply & affordability. Tune in live: link.upforgrowth.org/2VW18q #YIMBY #HousingPolicy

In Denver this weekend for APA's #NPC25 representing Up for Growth! If you’re in town or based here, let’s meet up to talk housing supply solutions. Send me a message! #Denver #MeetUps

Unlocking public lands for housing is smart policy—especially urban infill when demand for walkable urban housing is at all time highs and costs are off the charts. More on this at #APAConference with APA's Jason Jordan and NLC's Mike Wallace. #HousingSupplySolutions www.wsj.com/opinion/fede...

Arizona’s housing unaffordability comes down to one thing: not enough homes. Zoning reforms expand supply, lower costs, and boost accessibility. More options mean more affordability. Great Op-Ed from our colleagues at @weareunidosus.bsky.social and @pewresearch.org. link.upforgrowth.org/7gSo7j

Our institutions weren’t built for today’s housing crisis. Every generation is tasked with an overhaul—but ours hasn’t done it yet. Pro-housing policies are the fix. Time to step up. www.simonandschuster.com/books/Abunda...

"Austin spent 10 years trying to make neighborhood groups happy. There was nothing they would accept," says @cityjane.bsky.social of Texans for Housing. The breakthrough? Moving beyond project-by-project fights to systemic change. Hear more on @volts.wtf: link.upforgrowth.org/NIAksx

This piece captures the U.S. remote work shift well, but many non-U.S. cities saw full office returns due to social safety nets, transit funding, and norms. America’s urban centers aren’t fading for the reasons you might think.

Housing fuels growth, yet the U.S. is 3.85M homes short—stalling jobs and investment. Every 100 homes built generates $25M income, $3.6M tax revenue, 350 jobs. Time to cut red tape and build. #ProHousing

We don't have enough starter homes, but places like Washington County, Wisconsin are taking action. Their Next Generation Housing Initiative will unlock 1,000 starter homes by 2032 by tackling zoning, building costs, and down payments. Real progress. @nahb.bsky.social link.upforgrowth.org/tWPNf4

California’s Faith Lands Act (SB 4) is unlocking housing on church land. LA’s Archdiocese is building 74 homes for students & foster youth—smart policy in action. 🏠 Read more: link.upforgrowth.org/6Ka6G1 #SB4 #YIGBY #ProHousing

#Florida’s Live Local Act is turning talk into action. Palm Coast just approved its first project under the law—113 homes, 40% affordable, no public hearings required. link.upforgrowth.org/3TXKIF This is how you cut red tape and get housing built. More states should follow.

Boise’s 2023 zoning code upzoned land by default, eliminating NIMBY veto power—and it’s already delivering. 194 new homes approved with no rezones, no stall tactics. Huge win for the community! link.upforgrowth.org/rkuzkn

One house turns into three homes in Tuscaloosa, Alabama. (2013➡️2019)

In December 2024, advocates like @opennewyork.org and @chpcny.bsky.social won a major victory as #NewYorkCity passed City of Yes, legalizing ADUs, office conversions, and denser housing near transit. A big step for housing supply. link.upforgrowth.org/IdfUGr

Too often, we focus on housing fights we lose—like Newtown, CT rejecting 136 middle-income apartments due to local opposition. But across the U.S., pro-housing advocates are making real progress. This week, let’s explore & celebrate a few of these wins. link.upforgrowth.org/Pq3Bjp

American building codes are packed with costly, unexamined rules—like a fire marshal’s hunch that made U.S. elevators bigger (and 3x pricier than Europe). Reforming these codes isn’t about cutting corners—it’s about building smarter. 🔧🏗 #HousingPolicy #RegulatoryReform

By repurposing 800+ acres, Atlanta’s Affordable Housing Strike Force is targeting 20K new homes by 2026. Could your city do the same? link.upforgrowth.org/0ASuYl

US Rep. Mike Flood (R-NE) is leading pro-housing policy as Chair of the Housing & Insurance Subcommittee. His plan tackles key priorities: cutting regulatory barriers, unlocking private investment, and expanding financing. Housing supply needs federal leadership. link.upforgrowth.org/yNnepE

We need more housing, and we need it faster. BuildCasa is rethinking how ADUs get built—streamlining production and reducing costs to forge a real solution to the housing crisis. This is the kind of housing innovation that moves the needle. Read more @fastcompany.com: link.upforgrowth.org/uNb7Yl

The U.S. is short 4M homes, yet outdated codes block small, efficient apartments. Research confirms single-stair buildings are safe, cost less, and boost supply. Europe allows them—why not here? Reform codes. Build more homes. link.upforgrowth.org/S3GDO2

Back on Bluesky—big moves in federal housing policy. 🛑 Setbacks: HUD cuts, AFFH rollback. 🚀 Momentum: New pro-housing bills, Congressional YIMBY Caucus live. The stakes are high. I’ll break down legislation & regs shaping housing supply. Let’s get to work. 🏗️ #ProHousing #YIMBY #HousingPolicy

It was inspiring to connect with so many dedicated individuals in Seattle & Denver. Together, we can find solutions to the housing crisis. Thanks to our partners for making these events possible! Special thanks to our partners, YIMBY Action, NAA, NMHC and Melville Charitable Trusts.

Solving the housing crisis requires a collaborative effort. The public and private sectors must work together alongside nonprofits to find solutions. This includes state, local, and federal investment to make a real impact.

Dr. Jamie Rife makes the point that permitting reform and upzoning are essential pieces to building more housing and more affordable units

Dr. Jamie Rife argues that people who work in Denver should be able to live in Denver as well and emphasizes the importance of taking care of an aging population; we need to build a Denver that can meet the needs of its population #RegionalProHousingForum

Denver policy experts, developers and activists all agree, cost of living is the most important issue facing the region.

Matt Frommer notes that successful housing policies often start locally. Colorado is demonstrating how to scale up proven local solutions to the state level, paving the way for other states to address their own housing crises. #RegionalProHousingPolicy

Jarvie Worcester emphasizes the importance of balancing regulation with affordability. IZ has slowed production, and a lack of supply benefits those who already own property. Communities Trammel Crow works with that have fewer regulations have more investment #RegionalProHousingForum

Jonathan Capelli highlights an important challenge, even with increased funding, affordable housing production isn't keeping pace. Soaring construction costs are eating away at available resources. We need to find ways to mitigate these rising costs to make the most of our investments.

According to our panel, time is a major obstacle in housing development. Rising construction costs can quickly kill projects, hurting both developers and potential homeowners. #RegionalProHousingForum

We are thrilled to have local Denver housing leaders like Ryan Keeney (YIMBY Denver), Matt Frommer (SWEEP), Jonathan Capelli (Neighborhood Development Collaborative) and Jarvie Worcester (Trammell Crow) discussing local solutions #RegionalProHousingForum

So grateful to have YIMBY Action co-hosting the #CORegionalProHousingForum and I would like to thank Amy Klein for her leadership and partnership.

If you want to work with experts and leaders who are focused on solving America's housing affordability crisis through data driven research and evidence based policy, consider becoming a member of Up for Growth! upforgrowth.org