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San Jose leads U.S. cities in housing permit decline amid rising costs and delays

The San Jose metropolitan area has topped a national ranking — but for reasons that signal growing trouble for California’s housing market. According to a recent HomeAbroad report analyzing U.S. Census Bureau data, the San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara region recorded the steepest drop in residential construction permits among the country’s 100 largest metro areas, with a staggering 68% decline over five years. In July 2020, the region issued 1,949 building permits. By July 2025,

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San Jose leads U.S. cities in housing permit decline amid rising costs and delays

The San Jose metropolitan area has topped a national ranking — but for reasons that signal growing trouble for California’s housing market. According to a recent HomeAbroad report analyzing U.S. Census Bureau data, the San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara region recorded the steepest drop in residential construction permits among the country’s 100 largest metro areas, with a staggering 68% decline over five years. In July 2020, the region issued 1,949 building permits. By July 2025,

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Cupertino Affordable Housing Project for Disabled Residents Faces Backlash

A plan to build one of Cupertino’s first 100 percent affordable housing projects, designed to support some of the community’s most vulnerable residents, has stirred opposition from neighbors concerned about safety and parking. The proposed project, located along Mary Avenue, aims to create 40 affordable homes on a 0.79-acre site. Out of these, 19 homes would be reserved for adults and families with children who have intellectual and developmental disabilities, while 20 u

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03 Oct 2025 13:18 PM 518 views

Cupertino Affordable Housing Project for Disabled Residents Faces Backlash

A plan to build one of Cupertino’s first 100 percent affordable housing projects, designed to support some of the community’s most vulnerable residents, has stirred opposition from neighbors concerned about safety and parking. The proposed project, located along Mary Avenue, aims to create 40 affordable homes on a 0.79-acre site. Out of these, 19 homes would be reserved for adults and families with children who have intellectual and developmental disabilities, while 20 u

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San Jose Housing Boost as Tax Credit Changes Unlock Stalled Projects

As the nation continues to grapple with cuts to social safety nets, a new provision in the congressional budget bill has provided a significant boost to affordable housing efforts. The recently passed H.R. 1 includes an increase in the Low Income Housing Tax Credit program, which has long served as the primary federal tool for financing affordable housing projects. Starting next year, states will be able to permanently expand their tax credit allocations by 12 percent, giving developers new o

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08 Sep 2025 11:42 AM 624 views

San Jose Housing Boost as Tax Credit Changes Unlock Stalled Projects

As the nation continues to grapple with cuts to social safety nets, a new provision in the congressional budget bill has provided a significant boost to affordable housing efforts. The recently passed H.R. 1 includes an increase in the Low Income Housing Tax Credit program, which has long served as the primary federal tool for financing affordable housing projects. Starting next year, states will be able to permanently expand their tax credit allocations by 12 percent, giving developers new o

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Dublin Offers $15K Rebate for Building New ADUs

Homeowners looking to build an Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) in Dublin now have a golden opportunity to offset construction costs. Thanks to the Senate District 7 ADU Accelerator Program, residents can qualify for rebates of up to $15,000 to encourage small-unit construction and ease the local housing crisis. How the Rebate Works The total funding pool of

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18 Jul 2025 11:37 AM 574 views

Dublin Offers $15K Rebate for Building New ADUs

Homeowners looking to build an Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) in Dublin now have a golden opportunity to offset construction costs. Thanks to the Senate District 7 ADU Accelerator Program, residents can qualify for rebates of up to $15,000 to encourage small-unit construction and ease the local housing crisis. How the Rebate Works The total funding pool of

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Santa Clara Plans 90-Bed Family Shelter, Safe Parking in New Homelessness Strategy

Santa Clara is advancing a comprehensive two-year plan aimed at reducing homelessness across the city by increasing shelter capacity, expanding outreach services, and supporting unsheltered residents through a range of targeted programs. The Santa Clara City Council recently reviewed a draft work plan that proposes 34 projects and initiatives aimed at addressing homelessness more effectively and sustainably. The plan includes building a new 90-bed shelter for families, piloting

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11 Jul 2025 11:53 AM 509 views

Santa Clara Plans 90-Bed Family Shelter, Safe Parking in New Homelessness Strategy

Santa Clara is advancing a comprehensive two-year plan aimed at reducing homelessness across the city by increasing shelter capacity, expanding outreach services, and supporting unsheltered residents through a range of targeted programs. The Santa Clara City Council recently reviewed a draft work plan that proposes 34 projects and initiatives aimed at addressing homelessness more effectively and sustainably. The plan includes building a new 90-bed shelter for families, piloting

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Santa Barbara Tops List of Least Affordable CA Cities

A new 2025 report from personal finance platform WalletHub confirms what many California residents already suspect: owning a home in the Golden State is becoming increasingly unattainable. In fact, nine out of the top ten least affordable cities for homebuyers in the U.S. are located in California. At the bottom of the list is Santa Barbara, which ranked 300th out of 300 cities studied, making it the least affordable city in the country. Other California cities in the bottom 10 include Santa

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27 May 2025 03:00 AM 731 views

Santa Barbara Tops List of Least Affordable CA Cities

A new 2025 report from personal finance platform WalletHub confirms what many California residents already suspect: owning a home in the Golden State is becoming increasingly unattainable. In fact, nine out of the top ten least affordable cities for homebuyers in the U.S. are located in California. At the bottom of the list is Santa Barbara, which ranked 300th out of 300 cities studied, making it the least affordable city in the country. Other California cities in the bottom 10 include Santa

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San Jose leads U.S. cities in housing permit decline amid rising costs and delays

San Jose leads U.S. cities in housing permit decline amid rising costs and delays

Cupertino Affordable Housing Project for Disabled Residents Faces Backlash

Cupertino Affordable Housing Project for Disabled Residents Faces Backlash

San Jose Housing Boost as Tax Credit Changes Unlock Stalled Projects

San Jose Housing Boost as Tax Credit Changes Unlock Stalled Projects

Dublin Offers $15K Rebate for Building New ADUs

Dublin Offers $15K Rebate for Building New ADUs

Santa Clara Plans 90-Bed Family Shelter, Safe Parking in New Homelessness Strategy

Santa Clara Plans 90-Bed Family Shelter, Safe Parking in New Homelessness Strategy

Santa Barbara Tops List of Least Affordable CA Cities

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HIV testing drops sharply in South Africa after US aid cuts hit health worker funding

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San Jose leads U.S. cities in housing permit decline amid rising costs and delays

San Jose leads U.S. cities in housing permit decline amid rising costs and delays

Cupertino Affordable Housing Project for Disabled Residents Faces Backlash

Cupertino Affordable Housing Project for Disabled Residents Faces Backlash

San Jose Housing Boost as Tax Credit Changes Unlock Stalled Projects

San Jose Housing Boost as Tax Credit Changes Unlock Stalled Projects

Dublin Offers $15K Rebate for Building New ADUs

Dublin Offers $15K Rebate for Building New ADUs

Santa Clara Plans 90-Bed Family Shelter, Safe Parking in New Homelessness Strategy

Santa Clara Plans 90-Bed Family Shelter, Safe Parking in New Homelessness Strategy

Santa Barbara Tops List of Least Affordable CA Cities

Santa Barbara Tops List of Least Affordable CA Cities

HIV testing drops sharply in South Africa after US aid cuts hit health worker funding

Denton high school football player Tro’mario Allen Jr dies unexpectedly at 18

R Vaishali Creates History with Back-to-Back Women’s Grand Swiss Titles in 2025

Lance Gooden Criticizes Biden's Probe Into Adani Group

Shopify CEO Declares AI Usage Mandatory for Staff, Ties Performance Reviews to AI Integration

Little Saigon Freeway: California moves to honor Vietnamese community in San Jose

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