Houston is facing a $700 million budget shortfall — but it’s not just a revenue problem. It’s a land use problem. Empty lots, underused properties, and speculative land holdings are dragging down our city’s finances while homeowners carry the weight. In this post, we explore how a Land Value Tax and Vacancy Tax could rebalance the system, reduce the burden on working residents, and make Houston more affordable, walkable, and financially resilient.

🛑 Houston residents woke up to bulldozers ripping out a protected bike lane on Austin Street—without warning. This can't be how public decisions are made. A new proposal from City Council could change that.

✍️ Read why we support Council Member Ramirez’s ordinance to bring transparency and accountability back to City Hall.