Why Affordable Housing Isn’t Affordable

Описание: Why does building “affordable” housing cost so much in the built environment? From land prices to loan rates, construction inflation to endless permitting, Alex and Libo break down the true costs of creating homes and why the system often works against the very people it is meant to help. They unpack how financing, regulation, and risk collide, what makes America’s housing model unique, and what simple reforms could unlock more livable and affordable cities for everyone.

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Keywords
affordable housing crisis, built environment, housing policy, real estate development, construction costs, architecture, urban design, cities, zoning reform, housing finance, interest rates, pro forma explained

Chapters
00:00 Understanding Affordable Housing Costs
02:29 The Role of Pro Forma in Housing Development
05:49 Financing Affordable Housing Projects
09:58 Impact of Rising Costs on Housing Development
16:18 Government's Role in Affordable Housing
20:29 Streamlining the Permitting Process
23:13 Changing Perspectives on Housing Development