Affordable housing is often discussed in terms of urgency—and rightly so. Across many urban markets, rising housing costs, limited supply, and population growth have created significant challenges for individuals, families, and local governments alike.Yet while the need for affordable housing is immediate, the development of it cannot be rushed. In practice, affordable housing development requires a...

Housing affordability is often framed as a question of construction cost or unit pricing. While these factors are important, they tell only part of the story. For many households, the true cost of housing extends far beyond rent or mortgage payments—it includes transportation, access to services, and daily time costs.This is where transit-oriented development (TOD) plays a critical role. By placing...

Every housing development begins with land—but not every parcel of land is suited for responsible, long-term housing.In markets where affordability challenges are growing, the pressure to build quickly can be intense. Yet thoughtful housing development starts long before design or construction. It begins with disciplined site evaluation—an approach that considers not just what can be built, but what...