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Greenfield, Massachusetts.
Massachusetts city turns downtown parking lot into housing site as leaders rethink land use
A downtown parking lot once filled with cars is now slated for apartments as city leaders in Greenfield, Massachusetts, convert underused asphalt into much-needed housing. Officials say reducing parking mandates and loosening zoning rules is already helping attract developers and create new homes. more
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The Florida State Capitol in Tallahassee is shown, with the historic domed structure in the foreground and the tower in the background.
Florida House advances proposal to phase out homestead property taxes, drawing warnings from local governments
A Florida House proposal to phase out non-school homestead property taxes over the next decade advanced Thursday, setting up a potential statewide vote in 2026. Critics warned the plan could strip billions from local governments and shift costs to renters and businesses. more
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Wyld Oaks zoning ordinances pulled from Apopka City Council agenda as development continues to evolve
City staff and the developer agreed to pull two advertised Wyld Oaks ordinances for re-advertisement, while the council is still set to vote on the city’s strategic plan, nonprofit grants, utility agreements, and a legal expenses policy. more
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Apopka City Council approves scaled-back Paulucci Acres development amid resident concerns
Despite ongoing resident concerns about rapid growth and strained infrastructure, the Apopka City Council unanimously approved the revised Paulucci Acres development at its Jan. 7 meeting. City leaders cited reduced density, conservation commitments, and infrastructure improvements as reasons for moving forward. more
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Housing market enters 2026 with flatter prices and lingering affordable housing challenges
As the housing market moves into 2026, new data suggests a shift away from extremes and toward greater balance. Early indicators from Zillow point to flat home prices, modest sales growth, and a gradual return to seasonal norms. more
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A trail leads through a forest in St. Johns County. Two bills that would radically alter how development occurs in Florida appear to be the work of a timber company that owns 11,000 acres in St. Johns County.
Florida lawmakers promote ‘Blue Ribbon’ developers at public’s expense
Two bills moving through the Florida Legislature would dramatically limit public input on large-scale development, granting automatic approval to qualifying projects with minimal local oversight. Critics say the measures favor wealthy landowners while sidelining residents, local governments, and long-standing growth protections. more
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Habitat dedicates two new affordable homes in Apopka for local families in a celebration of community partnership
Habitat for Humanity Seminole–Apopka celebrated the completion of two new affordable homes during a heartfelt dedication ceremony attended by community partners, volunteers, and local leaders. The event underscored how public-private partnerships and grassroots engagement are helping expand access to safe, stable housing in the region. more
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Floridian Town Center Hotel plan delayed
Apopka’s Development Review Committee examined several new subdivision plans, rezonings, and development agreements this week, reflecting the city’s escalating pace of growth. The committee’s technical evaluations ensure that projects meet safety, engineering, and zoning standards before advancing to public hearings. more
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City completes first home renovation through new CRA assistance program
The Apopka Community Redevelopment Agency has completed its first home renovation through the new Residential Renovation Assistance Program, investing more than $24,000 in essential roof and window upgrades. The program, launched in October 2025, provides up to $30,000 per home to support neighborhood revitalization across the CRA district. more
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A rendering for a starter home being constructed is on display during a groundbreaking ceremony in Plain City, Utah, in 2024. High prices and low availability of starter homes is increasingly driving young would-be buyers out of the market.
Young homebuyers lose more ground in the housing market as states struggle to help
A new report from the National Association of Realtors shows the share of first-time homebuyers has dropped to 21%, while their median age has climbed to 40. Rising home costs, limited inventory, and stalled affordability programs are squeezing younger buyers out of the market, especially in states like Florida and regions such as Orange County. more
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Property tax reduction referendum sought for 2026 midterms
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis announced plans for a 2026 ballot measure that could give homeowners a property tax cut. The governor said local governments have grown too dependent on rising real estate revenues. The governor emphasized that the amendment must be written in clear language and designed to prevent wasteful spending by cities and counties. more
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A backyard cottage peeks out from behind a larger house in Tallahassee, Florida.
How Tallahassee made backyard cottages a real housing option
Tallahassee turned frustration into action by scaling its accessory dwelling unit (ADU) regulations to fit the size of backyard cottage projects rather than treating them like major developments. The result: simpler permitting, more flexibility for homeowners, and over 40 new ADUs built in just one year. more
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Orange County helps fill gaps in affordable housing as residents await more options
Orange County’s Affordable Housing Trust Fund is critical to addressing the housing shortage. It supports projects like Southwick Commons in Apopka and Catchlight Crossings near Universal Orlando. Developers say the fund, combined with fee waivers and federal support, allows working families to keep rents lower. more
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Report: Materials impacted by tariffs are raising home construction prices in Florida
A new Florida TaxWatch report warns that tariffs and rising material prices are driving up the cost of homebuilding and road projects, adding about $10,000 to the price of a house and up to 9% to transportation construction. The report points to supply chain issues, higher labor costs, and reliance on imports for materials like lumber, metals, and gypsum as key pressures keeping construction costs elevated. more
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What’s the average house price in the USA?
Average U.S. home prices are showing a downward trend in 2025, with the Census Bureau reporting a July median of $403,800 for new single-family homes, down nearly 6% from last year. Data from Zillow and Redfin reveal similar declines, highlighting how interest rates, supply, and shifting demand are shaping today’s housing market. more
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Research shows evictions are a public health problem
Next City reports that evictions in Detroit heighten health risks for Black mothers, linking stress from neighborhood evictions to preterm births. more
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Study: Live Local Act shows progress but faces hurdles in Florida’s affordable housing push
The Live Local Act has helped create more than 3,100 affordable housing units across Florida, but uneven adoption of tax incentives and difficulties securing financing have limited its reach, according to Florida TaxWatch. Advocates say sustained collaboration and stronger state-level incentives are needed to turn early progress into long-term results. more
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Errol Estate
What’s next for Errol?
Billionaire beverage mogul Michael Repole has purchased the 380-acre Errol Estate Golf Course for $4.25 million, fueling speculation that redevelopment, not a new golf course, is likely in its future. more
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Errol Estate Golf & Country Club.
Developing Story: Billionaire entrepreneur buys Errol Golf Course lands
The long-shuttered Errol Estate Golf Course in Apopka has been sold for $4.25 million to an entity tied to billionaire entrepreneur Mike Repole. While future plans remain unclear, the property's zoning and development history suggest it’s unlikely to return as a golf course. more
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What happens when housing prices go down (because they are)?
A growing number of housing markets are seeing prices soften, but instead of spurring more construction, falling prices are causing builders, lenders, and policymakers to pull back—revealing deep fragility in the nation’s housing system. A Strong Towns approach argues that true affordability will only come through small‑scale, locally driven solutions rather than top‑down financial engineering. more
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Rock Springs Ridge
Déjà vu all over again: Is the City assisting Rock Springs Ridge in buying its golf course lands?
As Rock Springs Ridge seeks city help to purchase defunct golf course lands, a debate is brewing over whether Apopka should support private neighborhood deals. With social media posts, political pushback, and no formal vote by the City Council, residents are left asking: Is this a financial rescue or political pandering? more
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Small-scale builder and CEO of Hiatus Homes, Jesse Russell, pictured with one of his “tiny home” projects in Bend, Oregon.
Small-scale housing wins big in Bend, Oregon
What began as one man's attempt to build four tiny homes sparked a movement that reshaped a city's zoning code to support small-scale, affordable housing. more
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Is it a buyer’s or seller’s market?
The U.S. housing market has officially swung in favor of buyers, with inventory at its highest level in years and sellers more willing to negotiate. Yet rising mortgage rates and record prices keep many would-be buyers on the sidelines, leaving the market in a state of imbalance. more
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5th Hole Investments proposes $6.3 million sale of Errol Estate Golf Course property to Apopka
After years of stalled plans and mounting frustration, the owners of Errol Estate Golf Course have put the ball squarely in the City of Apopka’s court. more
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Apopka City Hall
Moore and Nelson debate affordable housing development in Apopka on social media
This is the first social media skirmish between Nelson and Moore since both announced their campaigns, but it probably won't be the last. It does, however, bring up an interesting issue at a time when Apopka is struggling with infrastructure, and a lack of affordable housing. more
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