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Apartment buildings wrap up $1B in HUD funds for lower utility bills and climate upgrades

When the head of the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Developmen traveled to housing sites around the country, she heard from renters in affordable housing that they felt forgotten and left out of the nation’s transition to clean energy

The Independent UK

White House asks for nearly $100B disaster relief package - Roll Call

President Joe Biden is seeking $98.6 billion in emergency disaster relief funding following a series of hurricanes this fall.

Roll Call

Ben Carson Clarifies Rumors About Joining Trump Administration

Ben Carson addresses speculations about his role in the second Trump administration and denies rumors of becoming U.S. Surgeon General.

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EPA imposes stricter standards to protect children from exposure to lead paint

The Biden administration is imposing strict new limits on dust from lead-based paint in older homes and child-care facilities

The Independent UK

On Housing Crisis, Harris Pledges Large-Scale Investment While Trump Promises Federal Land — and Targets Immigrants

As president, Trump proposed large cuts to affordable housing programs. Harris touts her record helping homeowners after the Great Recession.

Capital & Main

No Place To Go

Despite homelessness being on the rise, local governments keep cracking down on efforts to shelter those without permanent housing.

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What Happens When FEMA Buys Your House?

As hurricane damage mounts, the government is buying—and sometimes seizing—homes in flood-prone areas, sparking concerns over property rights and accusations of discrimination.

Reason

Feds Sue Another Landlord for Discriminating Against an Emotional Support Animal

Federal housing officials allege a New Hampshire landlord violated the Fair Housing Act for refusing to show a unit to two women with emotional support dogs.

Reason

Cities are clearing encampments, but this won’t solve homelessness − here’s a better way forward

Homelessness is a rare issue in American politics that does not cut neatly along party or ideological lines. It can be hard to predict who will support or oppose measures to expand affordable housing and services for people without homes.

The Conversation

Tim Scott Wants to Deregulate Manufactured Housing

Plus: An alleged slumlord gets a "tenant empowerment" grant, Seattle's affordable housing mandates lead to less housing, D.C.'s affordable housing crisis.

Reason

Biden Administration Gives $10 Million Grant to Non-Profit Accused of Running 'Inhumane' Slum Housing

The AIDS Healthcare Foundation has been dogged by accusations that it operates dangerous, dilapidated housing. Now, it'll distribute taxpayer dollars to tenant groups fighting for better living conditions.

Reason

Watch a conversation about Latino influence on national politics at the 2024 Texas Tribune Festival

Former HUD Secretary Julián Castro will speak with Maria Teresa Kumar, Mike Madrid and Luis Miranda Jr. The conversation starts at 3:15 p.m. Friday.

The Texas Tribune

A New York landlord tried to evict a tenant over her three emotional support parrots. Now she’s won $165k

The tenant has kept three parrots — Layla, Ginger, and Curtis — ‘to ameliorate the effects of anxiety and depression,’ according to court filings

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Code Games

Plus: An appeals court sides with property owners seeking compensation for the CDC's eviction ban, a Michigan court backs the would-be builders of a "green cemetery," and Kamala Harris' spotty supply-side credentials.

Fortune

FHA loan vs. conventional loan: What homebuyers should know

FHA home loans can be a good option for first-time homebuyers, as well as those with lower credit scores, as they’re backed by the federal government.

Reason

Trump Changes His Mind on Zoning. Again.

Whoever is president has very weak incentives to get zoning reform right.

International Business Times

Trump Nears VP Decision: Vance, Rubio And Burgum In The Spotlight

Beyond these three frontrunners, Trump's potential picks also include Sen. Tim Scott of South Carolina, former HUD Secretary Ben Carson, and Rep. Elise Stefanik of New York.

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Biden vs. Trump: Housing Policy Edition

How do the two major party candidates stack up on housing policy?

Fortune

Can you get a home loan with bad credit?

Lenders typically want homebuyers to have a FICO Score of at least 620, but it may still be possible to get a mortgage if your score is 500 or higher.

Reason

Gorsuch Apes NIMBY Government Lies in Supreme Court's Grants Pass Decision

Plus: A disappointing first round of "Baby YIMBY" grant awards, President Joe Biden endorses rent control, and House Republicans propose cutting housing spending.

Top News

Julian Castro Criticizes President Biden's Debate Performance As Unprepared

Former HUD Secretary Julián Castro critiques President Biden's debate performance, raising concerns about readiness and communication strategies.

Reason

Does Miami Have the Answer to Homelessness?

There may not be a perfect solution to ending homelessness, but there are some clear principles to reduce the friction for those working to do so.

Reason

Will This Bill Save or Scuttle California's Builder's Remedy?

Plus: Sen. John Fetterman introduces a new zoning reform bill, U.C. Berkeley finally beats the NIMBYs in court, and Austin's unwise "equity overlay."

The Guardian - US

Wealthy residents of Chicago may live 30 years longer than poorer ones. Can a new mayor help close the gap?

Brandon Johnson promised to tackle the city’s legacy of environmental racism, with communities of color facing disproportionate climate risks

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