Together we can fix America’s housing crisis.
Over half of American renter households pay more than 30% of their income on housing costs. Federal, state and local governments must work together to tackle the cost of housing in the United States.
A growing number of working Americans are struggling to find housing they can afford. It is a clear strain on families.
We need holistic housing solutions that address the needs of all Americans.
About the issue
The housing crisis is widespread throughout the United States, but certain states and localities face unique challenges. Learn about how these communities are impacted and the holistic housing policies they’re exploring to solve the problem.
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As rent control regulations are renewed in New York, The New York Times Editorial Board breaks down how a big idea in Minneapolis points the way for other cities desperately in need of housing. The growing city did away with single-family zoning to make way for the creation of more housing.
Political blogger Kevin Drum explains in Mother Jones why rent control, as it turns out, doesn’t help those who need it most.
Rent control legislation introduced in the Illinois state legislature this year may have been defeated, but many are warning that the issue won’t wind down anytime soon.
Useful information to help address the housing affordability crisis.
