HUD Extends Deadline on Draft FHA Mortgage-Relief Change
FHA extended public feedback through September 18 on a draft plan to record some mortgage-relief balances through the first mortgage, not a separate lien.
Housing Policy
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Australia’s rental stress persists as housing target slips to 2030
Australia’s latest rental index still flags widespread housing stress as construction improves, the 1.2 million-home target slips to 2030 and rent aid rises.
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England allocates first £9.58 billion under £39 billion housing program
England has awarded £9.58 billion to 33 housing providers under a 10-year program targeting 300,000 social and affordable homes, mostly for social rent.
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New Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac Insurance Rules Change Roof and Condo Coverage
New Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac rules allow actual-cash-value roof coverage and higher condo deductibles, but owners may face larger bills after a loss.
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Chapel Hill Releases Draft Land-Use Rules, Sets Public Meetings
Chapel Hill has released a draft update to its Land Use Management Ordinance and scheduled public open houses for Aug. 17 and Sept. 10.
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Santa Monica Council Advances Housing-Focused Homelessness Model
Santa Monica reported an 18.7% drop in unsheltered homelessness as the City Council approved a new system to coordinate outreach through permanent housing.
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Jacksonville opens public comment on 2026–2030 housing and community-development plan
Jacksonville has released its 2026–2030 Consolidated Plan and 2026 Action Plan for public review, with comments accepted through Aug. 16, 2026.
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Sharon’s 2026 Town-Meeting ADU Zoning Outcome Remains Undocumented
Sharon’s Planning Board proposed changes to the town’s accessory-dwelling-unit bylaw for the May 4, 2026, Annual Town Meeting, but posted town records do not show the final action.
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California Transit-Housing Law Takes Effect in San Diego
A new California law now shapes housing rules near San Diego trolley stops and qualifying Rapid bus corridors, with different development tiers.
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Denver considers $1.6M plan for Federal Boulevard transit corridor
Denver legislation would fund HNTB consultants to carry out an equitable transit-oriented development plan along the Federal Boulevard BRT corridor.
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Peoria council advances security rules for large apartment buildings
The Peoria City Council took an initial step toward requiring guards, cameras and on-site managers at large apartment complexes. The proposal is not final.
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Carmel-by-the-Sea adopts housing-element amendment after state review
The Carmel City Council adopted Resolution 2026-054 on July 7, approving an amendment to the city’s certified 2023-2031 Housing Element after a state finding that the proposed changes substantially complied with housing law.
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Gloucester Releases Draft Housing Compass Plan for Public Review
Gloucester has released a draft Housing Compass Plan that will guide public discussion about housing, affordability, zoning and community development before any final adoption.
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Huntington Beach Approves Overdue Housing Plan After Court Penalties
The Huntington Beach City Council approved its overdue 2021-2029 Housing Element in a 5-2 vote after state litigation and escalating court penalties.
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Fresno Housing Lists 2026 Plans as Approved, Sent to HUD
Fresno Housing lists its 2026 city and county annual plans as approved, adopted and submitted to HUD, while a separate amendment remains pending.
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Santa Ana caps covered rent increases at 2.87%
Santa Ana will limit rent increases for covered rental units and mobilehome spaces to 2.87% from Sept. 1, 2026, through Aug. 31, 2027.
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Liberty Lake advances 2026–2046 comprehensive-plan update as 2026 milestones continue
Liberty Lake is updating a 20-year comprehensive plan covering land use, housing, transportation and economic development, while a separate ballot proposition is scheduled for voters on Nov. 3, 2026.
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Maricopa voters will decide on a new long-range growth plan
The City Council approved a general-plan update for the Nov. 3, 2026, ballot. If voters approve it, the plan would replace Maricopa’s 2016 framework.
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Longview Publishes 2026 Strategic Housing Study and Plan
Longview published a 2026 housing study and policy plan on July 16, giving officials a current framework for future decisions on supply and affordability.
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Bloomington City Council sets Aug. 10 meeting amid busy policy calendar
Bloomington’s City Council will meet Aug. 10 as planning, zoning, housing and other municipal boards move through a busy August schedule.
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Duluth council schedules August 10 short-term-rental update
Duluth City Council is scheduled to discuss a short-term-rental moratorium update Aug. 10, with no final change or planned vote yet confirmed.
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El Segundo sets August workshop on Vision 2050 land-use alternatives
El Segundo is refining Vision 2050 land-use alternatives ahead of a planned Planning Commission community workshop in August and a City Council study session in September.