Austin City Council approved reducing minimum lot sizes for single-family homes and allowing apartment construction near these homes to tackle the housing affordability crisis.

Texas experienced significant job growth in April, tripling the U.S. rate and setting new employment records, according to the Texas Workforce Commission and U.S. BLS.

Eviction filings in Travis County may reach a record high in 2024, as per BASTA Austin, with over 10,500 evictions seen in 2023. The tenant rights group is advocating for solutions like rental assistance and tenant counsel.

Austin fell to 11th largest US city, overtaken by Jacksonville's population growth, despite Austin's modest increase and Texas's overall surge in residents.

Round Rock city officials seek public input to shape the FY 2024-2028 Consolidated Plan, which will direct federal funds from the HUD's Community Development Block Grant Program for local improvements.

Austin City Council faces opposition over the HOME Phase 2 initiative, which aims to modify the city's Land Development Code to increase housing density, amidst concerns about affordability and displacement.

ACC experts, including Real Estate Professor Job Hammond, offer practical advice on mortgage refinancing, emphasizing the need for homeowners to assess financial goals and lender legitimacy for a successful refinance.

The Austin EDC is seeking financial consultants to help utilize city assets for development, despite not owning major properties which limits its funding capabilities.

The Red River Cultural District in Austin is awaiting a city response about requested funds, with growing economic pressures and a new city manager potentially causing delays.

Austin Habitat for Humanity is building 12 townhomes for single mothers and has begun its largest project, Persimmon Point, with 126 affordable homes in response to Austin's high real estate prices.

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton initiates the Landowner Compensation Program, providing aid for property damage due to border crime. Applicants must file claims within 90 days, backed by law enforcement reports.

Seabrook Square II groundbreaks in East Austin, promising 60 permanent supportive housing units to address homelessness and affordability, with a completion date set for January 2026.

Austin ISD broke ground on a new Wooten Elementary building, funded by a $2.44 billion bond. The project promises modern features and enhanced security, energy efficiency, and reduced maintenance costs.