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What Makes a Strong ADU Law?
A recently released policy brief by the Mercatus Center examines the increasing role of state governments in legalizing Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) as a solution
Surplus Land: Maryland’s Long-Term Housing Challenge
Governor Wes Moore’s initiative to repurpose surplus state-owned land for affordable housing is a bold and necessary move—but it’s proving to be a complex and
There Can Be Only One: Rent Control or New Housing
There is ample evidence from cities around the country that enacting rent control reduces both overall construction and the number of available rental units by
A Legacy of Housing
Though they may not admit it, most elected officials have thought about their legacy. What impact will they make? How will they be remembered? What
Arbitrary Lines: A Move Beyond Zoning
Imagine that we could bring the United States closer to addressing debilitating housing shortages, stunted growth and innovation, persistent racial and economic segregation, and car-dependent
Bringing it Home in Salisbury
Can something as simple as tax policy spur exponential growth in housing starts? If the City of Salisbury’s experience is any guide, the answer is