Housing

Why There Aren't Many Rooftop Solar Panels in the South

Few homes in the region sport solar panels largely because states aren't embracing policies that support a residential market.

Study: Development Regulations Linked to Segregation

Strict housing regulation – including limits on housing density, or requiring numerous regulatory approvals for new housing – are related to economic segregation, a new report says.

It Can Be Almost Impossible to Find Housing When You're Poor

New maps show that in Houston and other cities, affordable homes are concentrated in "low opportunity" areas.

Chart of the Week: What You Need to Earn to Buy a Home in These Sun Belt Cities

The eye-popping expense of housing in older, compact cities like New York and Washington, D.C. has been a popular topic of discussion. But for buyers, things aren’t so great in sprawling Sun Belt cities either.

Why Residents Have Nuanced Views of Gentrification

Research reveals stark differences among how middle-class residents perceive redevelopment.