Housing production strategy passes in Portland, Oregon

Portland, Oregon's city council has approved its first housing production strategy to address rising rents and home prices. The strategy includes 35 initiatives to promote housing development, such as rezoning for affordable housing and increasing accessibility for older adults and those with disabilities. Challenges like high development costs and labor shortages are acknowledged. The plan aims to enhance accountability in meeting housing targets and includes learning from Los Angeles' expedited permitting for affordable housing.