The following Field Guides have recently been updated in the Library:
Inclusionary zoning is a land-use concept in which local ordinances require builders to include a certain amount of housing for low and moderate income households.
In contrast, exclusionary zoning is a technique that effectively drives up the cost of housing, excluding lower-income households from the community. Exclusionary zoning practices have been under attack in communities around the country for decades, most notably in New Jersey, where the historic Mount Laurel decisions have led the way in promoting inclusionary zoning techniques and creating affordable housing.
This field guide includes background information on inclusionary zoning, case studies on what works and what doesn’t, considerations in developing inclusionary zoning ordinances, and information about Mount Laurel, New Jersey.
Impacts of Property Taxes on Real Estate
Americans love to hate property taxes despite the fact that local governments depend upon this levy to provide services and programs to local residents. Learn more about property tax basics and the impact on property values.
Is it better to buy or rent? Whether renting is better than buying depends on many factors. The information listed here will assist you in helping answer this question. Included are statistics and studies on home owners and renters as well as financing options and tips.
The green movement is here to stay, and nowhere is this more apparent than in the housing market. Find out the latest trends, statistics, reports, and resources on green mortgages.
The green movement is here to stay, and nowhere is this more apparent than in the housing market. Find out the latest trends, statistics, reports and resources on green homes.
Effects of Trails and Greenways on Property Values
Are the sales prices of single-family homes made higher or lower when trails or greenways are nearby? The following articles and studies examine the effects trails and greenways have on the value of surrounding properties and some possible resources people can use to educate communities.
Looking for quick statistics for your sales meeting or a customer brochure? Need a quick fact to make your point? Information Services has compiled some of the most requested statistics for quick and easy access. Find the information that you need, as well as its source, at a glance.
Up until now, the Internet has been organized into a handful of generic top-level domains (TLDs, or gTLDs) which were limited to three letters — .com, .org, .gov, .net, .biz, .edu, and so on. Until recently, the list of TLDs stood at 22 extensions. Learn how new domains have impacted the business on the Internet.