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Solving the Housing Affordability Crisis

Explore how to address the housing affordability crisis through federal, state and local advocacy to reduce building costs, increase housing supply, and provide diverse housing choices. Learn more about NAHB's comprehensive solutions and strategies.

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What Americans Say About Housing Affordability

Nearly four out of five Americans (77%) agree that America is in the midst of a housing affordability crisis and that officials at all levels of government are not doing enough to address this vital issue, according to a survey conducted by the polling firm Morning Consult on behalf of NAHB. Learn more, including a breakdown by congressional district, about what we can do to ease the housing shortage and help create more affordable housing.

What Americans Say About Housing Affordability

The majority of Americans agree with NAHB on key topics surrounding the housing affordability crisis, according to a recent survey conducted on behalf of NAHB by Morning Consult.

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Comprehensive Strategies and Insights for Affordable Housing Options

Americans Weigh in on Housing Affordability

NAHB’s Blueprint to Address the Housing Affordability Crisis

NAHB offers a 10-point plan that outlines initiatives that can be taken at the local, state and federal levels to increase the nation’s housing supply.

Housing Opportunity Index

Cost of Housing Index

This quarterly analysis of housing costs represents the portion of a typical family’s income needed to make a mortgage payment on a median-priced home.

Creating Housing for All Toolkit

Creating Housing for All Toolkit

Everyone wants affordable housing that meets their unique needs. Implementing these housing development strategies can help make that happen.

Key Issues to Reduce Building Costs and Increase Housing Supply

Missing Middle Housing

“Missing Middle” of Housing

Providing a range of housing types is key to increase the supply of housing at varying home prices.

Rent Control

Rent Control

Rent control policies limit supply and do not address the underlying issues of housing affordability.

Building Codes and Standards

Building Codes

Building codes ensure safe homes. But many codes proposed today are done so without regard to the cost to home buyers.