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October 2, 2019 9:15 PM

Mpls. council panel favors study of rent-controlled housing in the city

Rent control ordinances have long been on the books in places such as New York and San Francisco. The idea is gaining traction in smaller cities as high demand for rental housing squeezes the supply, but supporters of rent control face some big obstacles.

by Matt Sepic

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September 25, 2019 4:00 AM

'It's a steal': Winona State students save on rent by living with seniors

Winona State University students willing to live with and help residents of a senior living facility can live in a mansion for “a steal.”

by Peter Cox

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September 18, 2019 5:00 AM

Minneapolis neighborhood seeks special designation to block possible high-rise homes

Neighbors fear buildings of up to 10 stories could replace homes, under zoning changes allowed by the city's long-range, or 2040, development plan.

by Martin Moylan

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September 14, 2019 5:55 PM

Red Lake Nation breaks ground on first-of-its-kind development in Minneapolis

With prayer, song and gold shovels emblazoned with Ojibwe floral patterns, the Red Lake Nation broke ground Saturday on a 110-unit affordable housing complex in Minneapolis.

by Max Nesterak

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September 13, 2019 1:55 PM

Minneapolis limits the reach of landlords doing background checks

The new rule, which goes into effect next year, is designed to make it easier for people with bad credit, lower incomes or criminal records to find housing.

by John Enger

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September 6, 2019 7:15 AM

Trump plan for home loans rattles watchdogs

The administration unveiled a plan to reprivatize Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac that has lending advocates worried. But any changes are likely to be gradual.

by Chris Arnold

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September 3, 2019 2:43 PM

Builders: Cut spendy red tape to boost affordable housing

With affordable housing in short supply in Minnesota, home builders say elected officials can ratchet down costs by eliminating bureaucracy developers consider unnecessary and expensive.

by Martin Moylan

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September 2, 2019 11:37 AM

Restoration group finds a model in Mankato

A nonprofit works statewide as an advocate for the use of old buildings and sites. Its services are offered to those who need advice on historic designations or saving important structures. Education is also part of its mission.

by The Associated Press

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August 28, 2019 7:47 PM

Renter screening ordinance heading to final vote

The Minneapolis City Council housing committee on Wednesday unanimously endorsed a proposed ordinance that would limit how landlords screen rental applicants based on their credit, criminal and eviction histories. The move sets up a vote by the full council next month.

by Martin Moylan

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August 27, 2019 4:00 AM

At thousands of apartment buildings, residents breathe smoke-free

For smokers, finding an apartment to rent is harder than it used to be.

by Martin Moylan

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