September 25, 2017

PD&R Edge: Strong Economic Growth and a Tight Housing Market Strain Housing Affordability in the Oakland Housing Market Area

HUD’s Comprehensive Housing Market Analyses provide information on changes in local economies, housing markets, and populations and provide 3-year forecasts for demand…
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September 25, 2017

Press Democrat: Hoping to Help Housing Shortage, 3 Sonoma County Companies Team to Promote Granny Units

At the Sept. 28 “The Affordable Housing Crunch: Is the Answer in Your Backyard?” meeting, Berkeley City Councilman Ben Bartlett and…
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September 25, 2017

Mercury News: Berkeley Councilman Pitches Granny Flats as Affordable Housing Solution

At the Sept. 28 “The Affordable Housing Crunch: Is the Answer in Your Backyard?” meeting, Berkeley City Councilman Ben Bartlett and…
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September 24, 2017

Orange County Register: Housing Crisis: See How State Lawmakers Are Putting More Teeth – and More Money – into Reform

Housing is unaffordable for many families living in or near poverty. New state bills hope to clear the path for more…
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September 23, 2017

Mercury News: California’s Full Employment and High Housing Costs Slowing Down the State’s Economy

California has been one of the fastest growing states in the nation for most of the post-recession era, but its momentum…
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September 22, 2017

San Mateo Daily Journal: Golden State? Not if Housing Crisis Continues

(Opinion) The governor needs to let Californians know that he will stand with vulnerable low-income populations and provide access to affordable…
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