Best places to build affordable housing: Yardi Matrix

Developers should seek out areas with both strong demand and less robust competition from market-rate properties, according to new research from the real estate intelligence firm.

By Julie Strupp • Sept. 17, 2025

California set to allow denser housing by transit

Gov. Gavin Newsom will soon review SB 79, which will make it easier to build multifamily housing near major train stops and rapid bus lines.

By Julie Strupp • Sept. 16, 2025

Judge temporarily blocks new HUD housing grant criteria

“The irreparable harm is that these funds would be lost forever by anybody that intends to apply,” U.S. District Judge Mary S. McElroy said.

By Ryan Kushner • Updated Sept. 16, 2025

Why JPI went back into the Southeast

By using creative financing structures, VP Jake Fortune-Greeley says the developer can start projects in North Carolina and Tennessee, as well as its other core metros.

By Leslie Shaver • Sept. 12, 2025

With an executive order, Maryland aims to build more houses faster

Gov. Wes Moore wants to shrink permitting timelines, set housing production targets and use state land for transit-oriented development.

By Ryan Kushner • Sept. 11, 2025

How student housing companies are navigating Trump policies

Changes in immigration and financial rules have operators focused on flexibility in the 2025 school year.

By Leslie Shaver • Sept. 10, 2025

Oregon moves toward state-level zoning in push for ‘missing middle’ housing

“We have to cut red tape and get out of our own way,” Gov. Tina Kotek said in signing two bipartisan measures into law.

By Ryan Kushner • Sept. 5, 2025

Chicago eases parking mandates to spur affordable housing development

Developments near public transit can reduce the amount of off-street parking by up to 100% without administrative approval.

By Ryan Kushner • Sept. 5, 2025

100% bonus depreciation is back for apartment executives

Investors can take advantage of the changes from the One Big Beautiful Bill Act passed last month, according to a multifamily attorney.

By Brad Butler • Sept. 2, 2025

In Colorado, most residential zoning codes block affordable housing

Restrictive zoning laws prohibit multifamily dwellings throughout much of the state, a recent study found. 

By Ryan Kushner • Aug. 25, 2025

Justice Department, Greystar reach proposed settlement on algorithmic pricing

Under the terms of the agreement, the nation’s largest apartment provider would be barred from using nonpublic competitor data in rent-setting software.

By Mary Salmonsen • Aug. 12, 2025

Cityview’s CEO on how new legislation could lead to more housing in California

While Sean Burton is hopeful for more development opportunities in his home state, the firm is also looking eastward for opportunities.

By Leslie Shaver • Aug. 11, 2025

Issues in Los Angeles weigh on Essex’s second quarter

More than five years after COVID-19 hit the U.S., eviction moratoriums are still a drag on the REIT’s performance.

By Leslie Shaver • Aug. 5, 2025

Greystar to pay $1.4M to resolve servicemember fee issue

The Department of Justice alleges that the company unlawfully charged lease termination fees for military personnel ordered to relocate.

By Mary Salmonsen • July 28, 2025

Maine clears the way for more multifamily housing, ADUs

New laws in Maine ban parking minimums and relax zoning rules as it joins a growing list of states adopting top-down strategies to drive housing growth.

By Danielle McLean • July 28, 2025

From red tape to green light: How California’s CEQA reforms will speed up projects

Two new laws, which went into effect at the end of June, should fast track infill and other high-priority projects, writes a land use and environmental policy attorney.

By William Sloan • July 28, 2025

Multifamily developer overcomes South Florida’s challenges

Rene Bello encounters hurdles with labor, insurance and interest rates when trying to pencil out new projects.

By Leslie Shaver • July 15, 2025

Loss of 179D deduction could derail office conversions

Although the deduction is about making commercial buildings energy efficient, it’s been key to owners’ willingness to invest in obsolete and financially distressed properties, supporters say.

By Robert Freedman • July 9, 2025

California walks back environmental law for housing, advanced manufacturing

The changes to the California Environmental Quality Act could greatly speed up the issuance of building permits.

By Matthew Thibault • July 8, 2025

HUD proposes ending Green Mortgage Insurance Premium Reduction

The agency aims to extend an incentive previously reserved for energy-efficient projects to all of its multifamily loans.

By Mary Salmonsen • July 7, 2025

New Texas law allows apartments in some nonresidential zones

Senate Bill 840 requires local governments to approve any project that meets its qualifications.

By Mary Salmonsen • July 7, 2025

Washington AG sues owners, operator for senior housing conditions

The attorney general alleges the companies deceived tenants about rent increases and apartment features.

By Mary Salmonsen • June 18, 2025

How the potential end of Energy Star could affect apartment operators

The program is widely used across the industry and its demise could lead to a massive disruption in operations, according to experts.

By Mary Salmonsen • June 16, 2025

Funding upheaval leaves GRRP recipients in limbo

While HUD’s Green and Resilient Retrofit Program gave out almost 270 awards, only 20 projects received funding before it was halted, according to an attorney.

By Mary Salmonsen • June 16, 2025

AvalonBay sued for alleged housing discrimination at Washington, DC, property

The plaintiff claims AVB illegally advertised bedrooms without windows at AVA NoMa, making the units unrentable with housing vouchers.

By Mary Salmonsen • June 12, 2025