Inside the Ambitious Housing Plan That Is Making Austin Homes More Affordable

Barron's·Jun 1

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A housing plan in Austin aims to increase affordability, with some reports suggesting it is already having a positive impact on rents. However, other reports indicate that the city's rental prices may soon rise. The plan involves allowing developers to build taller structures in exchange for including affordable housing, as part of a broader effort to increase housing production.

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