How Austin’s Zoning Shift Changes Development Feasibility

Austin is considering one of its most important zoning updates in years. At first glance, it sounds technical. More housing on single-family lots. New rules for small businesses in residential areas. Looser restrictions on mixed-use development. But if you look closer, this is not just a policy update. It is a shift in how the […]
Los Angeles’ 3% Rent Cap: What It Means the City’s Housing Future

Los Angeles is once again at a crossroads — this time, over how much rent can rise in its rent-stabilized apartments. The City Council is weighing a proposal to cap annual rent increases at just 3%, a major shift that’s already sparking tension between landlords, tenants, and developers. To some, it’s a long-overdue protection for […]