Elkhart approves $51 million South Main-Freight redevelopment
Elkhart approved incentives for a $51 million mixed-use project with 210 homes, commercial space and Kelby Love Plaza. Construction is anticipated in summer 2026.
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Bakersfield Opens Review of Draft RISE 2045 General Plan
Bakersfield’s draft RISE 2045 General Plan is open for public comment through Sept. 27, with later environmental review and adoption steps still ahead.
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Tallahassee’s Open Mayoral Race Heads Toward Aug. 18 Primary
Four candidates are seeking Tallahassee’s open mayoral seat in a nonpartisan Aug. 18 primary, with a Nov. 3 runoff possible if no one wins a majority.
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Birmingham approves $1.85 million mixed-use project near BJCC
The Birmingham City Council approved an agreement for a planned mixed-use redevelopment at 1909 14th Avenue North, backed by a city loan.
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Alexandria Advances First Phase of Old Town North Power Plant Project
Alexandria City Council approved the first phase of a $135 million plan for the former Old Town North power plant site, moving design toward a 2030 target.
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San Carlos Apache Tribe disaster-loan deadline has passed. Here is what assistance remains
The August 1 deadline for SBA physical-damage loan applications tied to FEMA-4911-DR passed for the San Carlos Apache Tribe. Eligible businesses and nonprofits may still have an economic-injury loan path through March 1, 2027, while HUD housing relief and specified federal tax assistance remain available under separate rules.
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Fayetteville awards $1.02 million for housing, homelessness and resident services
Fayetteville’s 2026-27 awards support emergency home repairs, homelessness prevention, food and medical assistance, opioid-response services, workforce programs and affordable-housing development.
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Derry’s housing agenda remains tied to Abbott Court and a longer-term unit target
Derry’s regional housing benchmark, Abbott Court redevelopment and Section 8 program address different parts of the local housing problem—and should not be counted as the same thing.
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FHA Mortgage Changes: What Buyers Can Use Now and What Must Wait
FHA’s new private-well waiver is active for some existing homes, while rehabilitation and servicing rules changed. New credit scores must still wait.
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Maine’s July 29 laws are in effect. Here’s what residents should know
New Maine laws provide eligible residents with $300 payments, expand tax relief and make community college free permanently, while housing, child-care, school, mobile-home and workplace changes move into implementation.
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Stockton residents have until 4 p.m. Thursday to comment on regional transportation plan
Stockton residents and other San Joaquin County residents have until 4 p.m. Thursday, August 6, 2026, to comment on a draft transportation and land-use plan that looks ahead through 2049.
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Lexington council’s South Broadway zoning case advances toward Aug. 26 hearing
Lexington approved a South Broadway-area zone change July 2 for a proposed high-density, student-oriented housing project, but final development approval remains ahead and planners still want answers on transit, sidewalks, design and parking.
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Honolulu Planning Commission to hear Central YMCA zone-change request
The Honolulu Planning Commission will hear a request to rezone the Central YMCA site at 401 Atkinson Drive, reducing its height limit from 350 feet to 150 feet.
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San Mateo County housing authority seeks comment on FY2027 plan before Redwood City hearing
Public comments are open on the Housing Authority of San Mateo County’s draft FY2027 Moving to Work plan before an August 25 hearing covering vouchers, affordable-housing financing and resident services.
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Fremont Station Development Moves Toward Developer Shortlist
BART’s Fremont Station TOD solicitation is nearing an anticipated Aug. 15 shortlist, with housing, parking and station-access changes still under review.
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Newton Planning Director Nominee Would Oversee Development Reviews Affecting Upper Falls
Mayor Marc Laredo’s July 16 nomination of Catherine M. Feerick would fill Newton’s planning leadership vacancy if confirmed by the City Council. Upper Falls residents are watching because the department handles development review tied to Northland and the recently approved Thurston Road project.
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Lakewood’s Proposed Zoning Changes Head to City Council After April Vote
Lakewood’s proposed 2026 comprehensive-plan, zoning-map and development-regulation amendments are scheduled for council review Aug. 10, a public hearing Aug. 17 and planned action Sept. 2.
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New Housing Data Due August 18: What Renters and Buyers Should Watch
The Census Bureau will release July housing data August 18. June’s numbers and weaker builder confidence offer clues—but not a forecast.
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Layton council to consider Amber Lane rezone near 1550 West
Layton officials will hold an Aug. 6 public hearing on a proposal to rezone approximately 1.73 acres near 75 North and 1550 West from agricultural to residential-suburban zoning.
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Alexandria launches court-backed eviction diversion program for tenants behind on rent
Eligible Alexandria tenants facing nonpayment eviction can seek a court-ordered repayment plan, but they must appear at the first hearing and pay at least 10% upfront.
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Ellensburg’s 2046 Comprehensive Plan Moves Toward Revised Drafts After July Review
Ellensburg has completed its main July review of a proposed 2026-2046 comprehensive plan and draft environmental impact statement. City staff are incorporating feedback before tentative Planning Commission and City Council review dates later this year.
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Cape Coral council to consider Tarpon Point lot-width exception for two homes
Cape Coral City Council is scheduled to consider a planned-development amendment for two irregular Tarpon Point lots that are narrower at the front.