Together we can fix America’s housing crisis.
A growing number of working Americans are struggling to find housing they can afford. It is a clear strain on families.
We need policies that address regressive zoning, density restrictions and other requirements that restrict the housing supply and increase costs.
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 housing policies they’re exploring to solve the problem.
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Three governors in states facing serious housing affordability challenges began the year announcing plans to address the housing shortages in their states.
Many parts of Florida are facing housing affordability challenges and policymakers in cities across the state are looking for solutions to tackle the rising cost of housing. Under pressure from tenant activists, some local leaders considered policies that, although well-meaning, would have done more harm than good.
Misguided policies like rent control are shown time and time again to dissuade investment while failing to meaningfully help those in the most need. Since passing a rent control ballot initiative in November 2021, St. Paul has experienced first-hand the widespread challenges resulting from rent control. Residents are recognizing that although rent control may be well-intentioned, whenever and wherever enacted, these policies fail in delivering effective housing solutions.
