Where we live is often linked to how we live, making housing policy a critical and complicated tool of government.

Latest Urban Edge Stories

Greg Abbott said San Antonio could teach Austin how to help homeless people. Experts disagree.

Texas Tribune | The Texas governor's comments came amid controversial changes to Austin's ordinances, which many said criminalized homelessness. While San Antonio officials say they've reduced the visibility of people experiencing homelessness downtown, their overall numbers remain stagnant.

Daniel Johnson, who is homeless, sits on a bench on Congress Avenue in downtown Austin. Marjorie Kamys Cotera for The Texas Tribune
News Story
: Aug 14, 2019
Housing, Urban Disparity

How the earned income tax credit helps families find housing

Increases in the credit lead to more stable housing and less crowding for single mothers, according to a new study.

For rent sign
News Story
: Aug 8, 2019
Housing

Amid gentrification, booming cities must meet the needs of families

In booming cities, the population of children is declining in gentrifying neighborhoods, according to a study of three Western cities.

New housing being constructed in Austin
News Story
: Aug 1, 2019
Housing

Latest Research

Neighborhood Gentrification across Harris County: 1990 to 2016

The inventory of affordable housing has been diminishing and this report documents where in Houston it's diminishing the fastest.
New Townhomes in Austin
Report: Dec 13, 2018
Housing, Urban Disparity, Urban Planning

Governing A Growing Region: Addressing Challenges of Service Provision and Development in Houston

This report takes a regional view to find major issues with the way our growth is governed.
Suburb homes
Research: Oct 25, 2018
Governance, Housing, Urban Planning

Building a More Resilient Housing System Event Report

This report by the Houston office of Local Initiatives Support Corporation and the Kinder Institute for Urban Research highlights key learnings and strategies from the “Building a More Resilient Housing System” event held on March 27, 2018.
Building a More Resilient Housing System
Research: Jun 27, 2018
Housing, Hurricane Harvey, Urban Disparity

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William Fulton

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John Park

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Kyle Shelton

  • Deputy Director, Kinder Institute for Urban Research
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Urban Development, Transportation and Placemaking

The Urban Development, Transportation and Placemaking program investigates issues associated with the growth and development in Houston on both a large and small scale.

Urban Disparity and Opportunity

Disparate income, opportunity and access to basic needs such as public transportation, health care, education and parks have long characterized urban life. With such persistent problems to address, the Urban Disparity and Opportunity team seeks to offer analysis to develop innovative and informed solutions.