Twin Cities’ encampment responses and renter protections differ sharply: Minneapolis emphasizes clearing camps, while St. Paul explores stabilization policies and stronger tenant rights.
An interview with Anne Mavity, from the Minnesota Housing Partnership, republished from the Minnesota Women’s Press
Two proposed multi-unit buildings near St. Thomas would be a step toward much-needed denser housing but faces pushback from nearby residents.
How can Minneapolis improve housing affordability, when its housing is already pretty affordable? By rethinking what “affordable” means.
As Baby Boomers seek senior housing in warmer climes and young professionals seek denser urban living, the suburbs have lost their purpose.
Minneapolis’ population is increasing, but its housing needs are increasing even faster. Why? More individual households need more individual spaces.
Is lack of housing what’s driving the housing crisis in the United States? Or is it too little of the housing that buyers want?
Minneapolis and St. Paul seem generally affordable, but just looking at averages can obscure large differences due to historical patterns and land use policies.
The Utah Senate favors street planning that favor vehicles. The Minnesota Legislature may end the Northstar Line. And more urbanist news.
Low, flat rents are driving Minneapolis’ housing development slowdown. That’s not necessarily a bad thing.