Housingwire iconHousingwireAug 3, 2026

Congress finally acted on housing. Now the real work begins.

Congress enacted the 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act to reduce regulatory barriers and encourage local zoning reform. The law adds tools to improve multifamily deal feasibility, but outcomes depend on follow-through by states, cities and industry.

Congress finally acted on housing. Now the real work begins.

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Congress enacted the 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act to reduce regulatory barriers and encourage local zoning reform.

The law adds tools to improve multifamily deal feasibility, but outcomes depend on follow-through by states, cities and industry.

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Congress enacted the 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act to reduce regulatory barriers and encourage local zoning reform. The law adds tools to improve multifamily deal feasibility, but outcomes depend on follow-through by states, cities and industry.

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