Housing activists frequently demand that long-time residents of a community have a voice in new development within a neighborhood, particularly
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Friday Roundup 10-29-21
In 2019, California legalized accessory dwelling units (ADU), commonly called a granny flat or mother-in-law apartment. When a resident of
Judge Not—It’s the Law
In her essay, “How Does One Lead a Rational Life in an Irrational Society,” Ayn Rand wrote: “The precept: “Judge
The Proper Way to Rebrand
Political pundit Adam Johnson takes issue with a trend among landlords to “rebrand” themselves as “housing providers” because “landlord” is
The Conundrum of a Referendum
In November, a “Right to Food” referendum will be on the ballot in Maine. If approved, the Declaration of Rights
Playing the Altruism Chip
Reliable Properties, the owner of a 24-unit apartment complex in Kansas City recently informed residents that their leases would not
Friday Roundup 10-22-22
Charlie Simms, the owner of a development company in Ohio, makes a point that needs to be included in discussions
Return to the Pleistocene
A week after taking office, Biden set a goal of conserving 30 percent of America’s land and water by 2030—a