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Local Solutions for Housing Affordability The Lincoln Institute of Land Policy recently published a report to identify local government actions to ensure stable and affordable places to live for everyone. March 11, 2021, 6am PST | James Brasuell | Authors Ingrid Gould Ellen and Mark A. Willis of New York University and Jeffrey Lubell of Abt Associates have authored a report, published by the Lincoln Institute of Land Policy, that provides tools and guidance for local governments faced wit...

Midtown is reeling: should its offices become apartments? Matthew Haag and Dana Rubinstein Dec 14, 2020 – 4.17pm Share New York | The pandemic is pummelling New York Citys commercial real estate industry, one of its main economic engines, threatening the future of the nations largest business districts as well as the citys finances. The damage caused by the emptying of office towers and the permanent closure of many stores is far more significant than many experts had predicted early in the c...

Midtown Is Reeling. Should Its Offices Become Apartments? The pandemic has created a crisis in New York City’s commercial real estate industry. Some leaders think it’s time to reimagine the city’s business districts. Nearly 14 percent of office space in Midtown Manhattan is vacant, the highest rate in 11 years.Credit...Gabby Jones for The New York Times Dec. 11, 2020 The pandemic is pummeling New York City’s commercial real estate industry, one of its main economic engines, threatening ...