Federal Innovation Fund Targets Municipal Red Tape to Lower Housing Costs

By Tristan Navera · Realtor.com · 2026-07-27

The 21st Century Road to Housing Act has established a $200 million grant program designed to incentivize local governments to streamline their burdensome zoning and permitting workflows. Realtor.com reports that these regulatory hurdles currently account for over 25% of the cost

The 21st Century Road to Housing Act has established a $200 million grant program designed to incentivize local governments to streamline their burdensome zoning and permitting workflows. Realtor.com reports that these regulatory hurdles currently account for over 25% of the cost