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Subdivision is the act of dividing land into pieces that are easier to sell or otherwise develop, usually via a plat. The former single piece as a whole is then known as a subdivision in the United States. If it is used for housing it is typically known as a housing subdivision or housing development, although some developers tend to call these areas communities. Subdivisions may also be for the purpose of commercial or industrial development, and the results vary from retail malls with independently owned out parcels to industrial parks. In the United States, the creation of a subdivision was often the first step toward the creation of a new incorporated township or city. Contemporary notions of subdivisions rely on the Lot and Block survey system, which became widely used in the 19th century as a means of addressing the expansion of cities into surrounding farmland. While this method of property identification was useful for purposes of conveyancing, it did not address the overall impacts of expansion and the need for a comprehensive approach to planning communities. In the 1920s, the Coolidge administration formed the Advisory Committee on City Planning and Zoning, which undertook as its first task the creation of the The Standard State Zoning Enabling Act. When it completed this work in 1926, it then worked to develop the Standard City Planning Enabling Act (SCPEA), which it completed in 1928. The SCPEA covered six subjects (1) the organization and power of planning commissions, which was directed to prepare and adopt a master plan; (2) the content of the master plan; (3) provisions for a master street plan; (4) provisions for approval of all public improvements by the planning commission; (5) control of private subdivision of land; and (6) provisions for the creation of regional planning commissions.
1. First time home buyer? Hip, Hip Hooray for THDA!
by Kristin Abouelata
Nov 24, 2007
Have you ever heard of THDA? It’s an acronym that stands for the Tennessee Housing Development Agency. According to its website, it was established in 1973……
"In order to promote the production of more affordable new housing units for very low, low and moderate income individuals and families in the state, to promote the preservation and rehabilitation of existing housing units ...more...
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2. FHA requirements for Builders
by hud.gov
Nov 04, 2008
If a buyer of a new home chooses an FHA-insured mortgage, the builder will need to submit documents to the lender processing the mortgage and/or to the FHA appraiser.
Single-Family & Town Homes Under Construction or Newly Constructed Homes (90% Complete up to 1-Year Old)
If the home is proposed or under construction (defined as 90% or less complete), the following will ne ...more...
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3. About CPD
by hud.gov
Oct 23, 2008
The Office of Community Planning and Development (CPD) seeks to develop viable communities by promoting integrated approaches that provide decent housing, a suitable living environment, and expand economic opportunities for low and moderate income persons. The primary means towards this end is the development of partnerships among all levels of government and the private sector, includin ...more...
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4. Social Housing Finance for Housing the Poor ?
by Vincent Wilmot
Jan 26, 2006
Copyright 2006 Vincent Wilmot
The need for affordable housing for the relatively poor.
In many countries, including the UK and USA, acceptable housing cannot be afforded by lower-income families unless subsidised rent 'affordable housing' or 'social housing' is made available. Developers of new social housing face the financial problem of somehow subsidising their rents, as with housin ...more...
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5. Community Development Activities
by hud.gov
Oct 23, 2008
Community Development activities include many different programs that provide assistance to a wide variety of grantees. One program, the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) program provides annual grants on a formula basis to entitled cities, urban counties and states to develop viable urban communities by providing decent housing and a suitable living environment, and by expanding ...more...
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6. Choose New Home Construction in East Greenbush NY for Comfortabl...
by Matt Gallo
Apr 28, 2009
Choosing the location for your new construction home cansometimes feel overwhelming. With dozens of subdivisions in the Capital District, it’s hard to know which one is best for your family. But if you’re looking for a great town, large lot, and easy access to the city, East Greenbush, New York, is the town you’ve been dreaming of! more...
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7. Housing Developments Given The Green Light
by Stan Duke
Jun 16, 2010
One of London’s largest regeneration schemes has faced opposition from environmentalists and local residents, who are concerned that the development will be damaging to the environment.
Plans for controversial Brent Cross Cricklewood development, which will include 7500 homes, were approved by Barnet council in November. Mayor of London Boris Johnson made the unpopular decision to give t ...more...
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8. Where Can You Find a General Contractor
by james martin
Oct 29, 2009
No matter whom you want to hire, nothing beats recommendations from happy customers. If your neighbor had work done last year, and you are thinking about doing some home remodeling yourself, this is the best place to start when you begin getting estimates. Hire-a-contractor-now.com was specifically designed to provide an easy, user friendly metho ...more...
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