EPISODE · Jul 25, 2024 · 23 MIN
Throwing cold water on the City Council's proposal to tackle heat
from Housing New York with Kenny Burgos · host Housing New York
Send a textWith temperatures rising in New York, one ambitious City Council member is proposing a law that would make landlords responsible for keeping everyone cool. Jay explains why the plan is wholly unrealistic – and better designed for grabbing headlines.Plus, housing has become a hot topic in the presidential election. We examine the White House’s rent control proposal and other housing policies we’d like to throw cold water on. Stories cited in this episode: The Times: New York City Bill Would Mandate Air-Conditioning for TenantsCrain’s: State’s home AC program runs out of money as heat-related illnesses climbReason: Joe Biden Loves Rent Control, J.D. Vance Hates BlackRockBloomberg: Biden’s Rent Control Plan Will Make the Housing Crisis WorseReason: Coconut Trees, Price Controls, and Demand SubsidiesJay Martin: Bronx buildings in fiscal free fallThe Real Deal: “Not even distressed” rent-stabilized property sells for peanutsBisNow: Nearly 300 Banks Are Vulnerable Because Of Their CRE Loans, Study FindsVisit our website for more information.Follow Us:BlueSkyXInstagramTiktok
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Send a text With temperatures rising in New York, one ambitious City Council member is proposing a law that would make landlords responsible for keeping everyone cool. Jay explains why the plan is wholly unrealistic – and better designed for grabbing headlines. Plus, housing has become a hot topic in the presidential election. We examine the White House’s rent control proposal and other housing policies we’d like to throw cold water on. Stories cited in this episode: The Times: Ne...
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