Housing

Omaha Faces a Vibrant July: From Historical Family Farms to Explosive Arts Scenes and Judicial Challenges in Public Housing

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Omaha, NE — As the Fourth of July approaches, Omaha residents are gearing up for a festive weekend filled with family gatherings, historical celebrations, and plenty of community events. Among these, a significant observance at a local family farm in Humboldt will highlight Nebraska’s deep-rooted agrarian history, honoring a family’s 150-year connection to the land. While many in Omaha look forward to holiday traditions, the city is also grappling with more serious and contentious challenges. The abortion landscape in Nebraska has changed drastically after a new law restricted procedures beyond 12 weeks of pregnancy. Since … Read more

Omaha Housing Authority Faces Lawsuit Over Alleged Rent Violations and Tenant Rights Issues

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Omaha, NE – A recent lawsuit has leveled serious allegations against the Omaha Housing Authority (OVA), accusing the agency of systematic violations of the rights of its low-income tenants over the past seven years. Filed on behalf of current and former tenants, the class-action suit claims the public housing provider not only overcharged for rent but also unjustly denied tenants the opportunity to contest rent increases. The lawsuit, supported by the Creighton University’s Abrahams Legal Clinic, local law firm Car & Reinbrecht, and the National Housing Law Project based in San Francisco, seeks restitution for … Read more

Chula Vista City Council Weighs Pros and Cons of Controversial Housing Law, SB 10

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Chula Vista, California – The Chula Vista City Council is set to deliberate on the potential implementation of Senate Bill 10, a controversial state law that permits up to 10 housing units on a single property in transit-rich areas. This Tuesday, the council will weigh the pros and cons of adopting certain provisions of the legislation, ensuring careful consideration of the potential drawbacks. Over the course of the past eight months, city officials have diligently reviewed whether the city could embrace aspects of the law without facing adverse consequences. While SB 10, which took effect … Read more

Portsmouth’s Housing Crisis: Dillon’s Law Hampers Efforts to Mandate Affordable Housing in New Developments

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Portsmouth, New Hampshire is grappling with a pressing housing crisis driven by various factors, including population growth, limited land availability, and escalating construction costs. However, the city faces a significant roadblock in the form of Dillon’s Law, which restricts its authority to mandate affordable or workforce housing in new developments. Dillon’s Law, originating from an 1868 Iowa court case, imposes limitations on local governments’ powers, allowing them to take actions only explicitly permitted by state law. In terms of housing policy, this legal restriction hampers Portsmouth’s ability to implement measures that promote housing affordability and … Read more