Subcommittee advances bill to ease limits on GHFA mortgage bonds A state subcommittee heard testimony on HB 1180 to relax limits on mortgage revenue bonds issued by the Georgia Housing and Finance Authority, with supporters saying the change will preserve funding flexibility for programs such as the Georgia Dream Homeownership program.

A new bill in Georgia could eliminate limits on mortgage revenue bonds, paving the way for more homeowners to achieve their dreams!

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Commission approves 165‑home PUD on Toccoa bypass after lengthy public hearing Stephens County commissioners voted unanimously to rezone about 90 acres along the Toccoa bypass to a planned unit development (PUD) that the developer says will include 165 single‑family homes and 38,000 square feet of retail. The decision followed extensive public comment for and against the project, a regional Development of Regional Impact (DRI

Stephens County has just approved a massive new development that promises 165 homes and vibrant retail space, but the community is divided on its impact.

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House agrees to Senate amendments on multiple Georgia bills including housing and healthcare House of Representatives finalizes agreements on several key Senate bills impacting housing and healthcare.

Georgia lawmakers are making waves with new legislation aimed at stabilizing housing, enhancing healthcare, and transforming transportation for residents across the state.

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Georgia legislators propose bills to expand housing bonds and improve law enforcement due process House bills introduced to increase mortgage revenue bonds and provide protections for law enforcement.

Georgia's legislature is making bold moves to expand housing bonds and protect law enforcement rights—find out what’s on the table!

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Georgia House Bill 710 limits rental increases to combat unfair practices Georgia legislators propose limits on residential rental increases to prevent deceptive practices.

Georgia's House Bill 710 is making waves by proposing caps on rental increases to protect renters from skyrocketing housing costs.

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Georgia Division to Implement Affordable Housing Regulations by October 2025 Georgia division will adopt housing regulations and seek public input by October 2025

Senate Bill 257 could be a game-changer for affordable housing in Georgia, but will it meet the needs of those it aims to help?

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Georgia House Committee approves housing management database bill for rental properties Committee amends bill to allow local bodies to create rental property management databases

Georgia's House Bill 374 could revolutionize the rental market by demanding transparency from property owners and tracking rental units, but will it protect tenants or stifle investment?

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Legislation prohibits housing discrimination based on race and other factors New law aims to prevent discrimination in real estate sales and rentals.

Georgia's Senate Bill 272 could revolutionize housing equality by closing loopholes that allow discrimination based on race, religion, and more.

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Georgia Committee debates rent control amid rising housing costs and opposition from apartment association Georgia advocates propose rent caps as institutional investors drive up housing costs.

As Georgia grapples with skyrocketing rents, advocates are pushing for urgent rent control measures while facing fierce opposition from property owners—will they find common ground?

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