Tag #Housing Reform

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UK to Ban New Leasehold Flats, Transitioning to Commonhold System

The UK government announced plans to ban new leasehold flats in England and Wales, shifting to a commonhold system where homeowners own a share of their building, addressing concerns over unfair service charges and lack of resident control.

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Sustainable Cities and Communities
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Mexico City's Infonavit Reform: 1 Million New Homes and Social Rental Program

Mexico City's President Sheinbaum launched a plan to build 1 million homes, register 1 million, and improve 450,000, alongside a Senate-approved Infonavit reform creating a subsidiary to construct housing and offer social rental options, addressing housing affordability challenges.

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Spanish Real Estate Sector Demands Land Law Reform Amidst Housing Crisis

Amidst the Spanish government's announcement of a public housing company, the real estate sector strongly advocates for the immediate approval of the Land Law reform to expedite new housing construction of all types, citing a critical shortage of developable land and lengthy administrative processes...

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Mexico Senate Approves Controversial Infonavit Reform for Social Housing

The Mexican Senate approved a reform to the Infonavit law, authorizing a new company to manage 2.4 billion pesos from workers' housing sub-accounts to fund a social housing program, sparking criticism from opposition parties who see it as misappropriation of workers' savings.

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Mexico's Infonavit Reform: Increased Government Control and Transparency Concerns

Mexico's Senate approved a controversial Infonavit reform, changing fund usage and increasing government control, sparking concerns about transparency and worker representation; the reform awaits Chamber of Deputies approval in 2025.

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