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Economists estimate the current shortage at somewhere between four million and seven million units, which would take several decades to build at the current pace of construction.
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Economists estimate the current housing shortage at somewhere between four million and seven million units
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- February 15, 2026 at 2:19 PM (3 months ago)
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- February 15, 2026 at 2:19 PM (3 months ago)
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https://nytimes.com/2026/02/12/business/economy/america-new-cities-irvine.html
The article examines the Irvine model of planned cities and its potential for addressing the housing shortage in America. It explores new city projects and the challenges of replicating Irvine's success, highlighting the role of private developers and the importance of economic viability.
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