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HUD details funding, policy support for green homes and climate resilience

Housing Wire

Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) on Thursday detailed a series of actions and initiatives it has undertaken to bolster climate resiliency while supporting green housing initiatives that stem from Inflation Reduction Act funding and recently announced plans to combat the effects of extreme heat.

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8 Factors to Consider When Changing Schools

Lamacchia Realty

Education is perhaps one of the most influential factors of a child’s development and it’s important to research the school systems in each of the towns or cities you are considering moving to. The curriculum plays a crucial role in shaping your child’s education and development. Will they use public transportation?

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How to Conduct the Most Effective Columbus, Ohio Property Search

The Robert Weiler Company

And determine whether the government plans any upgrades in the future; this is a telltale sign of an up-and-coming hot spot. Tip 4: Tap into Transportation. If you think you’ve found a great area that passes all of the aforementioned criteria, now it’s time to look into transportation. Tip 3: Learn About Locals and Lifestyle.

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Emergency Preparedness Guide for Individuals With a Mobility Impairment

Raleigh Realty

However, by developing your personal support network, understanding local hazards, and making your home more accessible, you can help to ensure your safety in an uncertain situation. Develop a Personal Support Network As a person with a disability, it is important that you develop a personal support network (PSN).

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White House launches new initiative to reduce homelessness in major metros

Housing Wire

As metropolitan areas across the nation continue to grapple with challenges related to housing their homeless populations, the White House announced on Thursday the launch of a new initiative designed to address unsheltered homelessness. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) will, for example, work in concert with the U.S.

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New Year, New You: Transforming Your Appraisal Career in 2023

McKissock

Additionally, there are the state and local departments of transportation, the buildings and land management departments, as well as federal government agencies, such as the Department of Defense, the Bureau of Land Management, and General Services Administration (GSA).

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Boston suburb works to comply with new state multifamily construction law

Housing Wire

The law, which went into effect in early February, requires 177 communities served by the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA) to eliminate barriers that could restrict the zoning and construction of multifamily housing units. In New York, Gov. In Washington state, Gov.

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