COGNICURRENT

A social housing complex in Augsburg, Germany, established in 1521, offers an annual rent of just €0.88, unchanged for over five centuries.

Spain faces a significant housing deficit, accounting for around 700,000 of the 10 million homes needed across the EU.

Official statistics reveal that rough sleeping in England reached a record high in autumn 2025, with nearly 4,800 individuals sleeping on the streets, highlighting the growing homelessness crisis in the country.

President Daniel Noboa announced a reform allowing companies to deduct up to 30% of their income tax when donating social housing.

A homeless mother in Queensland has been denied social housing due to her income from Centrelink payments being above the state's cut-off limit, which has not changed in 20 years.

A municipal project in Lithuania aims to improve accessibility to social housing for vulnerable groups, providing five one-bedroom and seven three-bedroom apartments.

Launceston City Mission has received approval to develop a six-storey social housing project with 48 affordable homes, amidst community concerns regarding its impact.

A group of former journalists in Berlin has repaid 3.145 million euros received for social housing subsidies after it was disclosed they were unlawfully profiting from subletting properties at high prices.

Berlin homeowners have reached a settlement to refund more than 3.1 million euros in public subsidies due to breaches of contract related to social housing.

Miguel Varela, the mayor of Zacatecas, has secured a historic investment for the construction of social housing in the city, aiming to provide decent housing for families without financing options.

A pension increase for a senior citizen in Frankfurt has led to significantly higher rent payments, raising concerns about social housing availability.

A slight pension increase for an elderly renter in Frankfurt is overshadowed by a significant rise in her rent due to a controversial occupancy fee meant to ensure fairness in social housing.

Paris City Hall is under fire for its high spending on social housing while the opposition calls for a halt to its preemption policy in light of unsatisfactory results.

The Olympic Park in Mogi das Cruzes features uniquely designed circular streets meant to evoke the Olympic rings.

Partial municipal plans are urban planning instruments that help organize and develop specific areas within a canton in Ecuador, ensuring sustainable growth to meet social housing demands.

The end of Italy's superbonus program and the upcoming conclusion of the PNRR requires a shift in construction strategies towards energy efficiency and social housing initiatives.

The Catalan Church has signed a four-year agreement with the government to donate properties for social housing while retaining ownership of the assets.

Six individuals received treatment for smoke inhalation after a significant fire broke out in social housing in Alicante.

The article discusses the transition toward energy efficiency in public housing in Italy, emphasizing the importance of these changes for sustainable growth.

The Housing Agency of Mato Grosso do Sul has opened applications for 80 apartments in the My House, My Life program in Campo Grande, Brazil.

Riga's social housing capacity is set to increase with a new building providing 250 apartments, funded in part by the European Regional Development Fund.

A new social housing development on Dzelzava Street in Riga aims to provide 250 apartments, with special accommodations for people with mobility disabilities, funded partly by the European Regional Development Fund.

The National Housing Program for Welfare has delivered the first 48 houses in Cajeme, Sonora, marking a significant step in the state's social housing policy.

A new service house with a hundred social apartments opened in Mustamäe, Tallinn, featuring spaces for a youth center and family support services.

A woman in Tartu has been living in a mold-infested social apartment provided by the city government for almost three years, complicating her health problems.

PM Modi announced a $175 million economic package for Seychelles focusing on critical areas like social housing, vocational training, healthcare security, and maritime security.

A newly released study reveals that housing distress affects over 60,000 children in the Czech Republic, highlighting significant issues like overcrowding and living conditions in violent environments.

A decomposing body was found in a travel bag in an apartment in Caen, leading to a murder investigation following a report of foul odors by a social housing landlord.

Major municipalities in Greece are addressing potential homelessness by implementing social housing measures for economically vulnerable families and individuals in large cities.

Public homes are being constructed on frequently flooded land in a remote Gulf of Carpentaria community, raising concerns from the mayor and residents, despite the Queensland government's commitment to proceed with the plan.

The mayor of Alicante, Luis Barcala, has apologized for the scandal surrounding social housing allocations, facing demands for his resignation and the forced expropriation of homes awarded to officials.

Cemex is experiencing a relative improvement in sales in late 2025 and anticipates growth in 2026 due to government infrastructure projects, including social housing and rail lines, alongside World Cup-related works.

Beneficiaries are inspecting apartments at Residencial Moaçara ahead of the official handover, with 821 selected individuals visiting the premises, particularly Block 2.

The Spanish sovereign fund, named España Crece, will provide an additional 2.8 billion euros for the construction of social rental housing, utilizing unused loans from the Recovery Plan.

The article discusses the insufficient number of publicly protected housing (VPO) in Alicante, which cater to rising income levels and ultimately face disqualification.

A new report indicates that the social housing quota could provide affordable housing in Berlin by requiring private landlords to rent a portion of their properties to low-income individuals at capped rent prices.

The article discusses a recently unveiled report on Social Housing in Reykjavík that reveals the company's weak financial standing and unsustainable management practices over recent years, while also highlighting some optimistic perspectives.

A city council member criticized a decision to allocate 2.4 billion ISK to Social Housing without the release of a new operational report, comparing it to election fraud.

Einar Þorsteinsson, leader of the Progressives in the city council, criticizes the majority's decision to allocate 2.4 billion to Social Housing over the next five years, claiming the proposal was forced through.

The proposal by the mayor and the majority coalition to allocate around 2.4 billion ISK over the next five years for social housing was described as 'completely irresponsible' by the leader of the Progressive Party, indicating it marks the end of the primary election campaigns.

The article discusses how high construction costs are hindering social housing solutions in Hesse, despite record funding and apartment construction numbers.

In Hesse, the housing problem cannot be solved by funding alone, as high construction costs also need to be addressed.

A new study reveals a shortfall of 1.4 million affordable homes, with the construction of new social housing stagnating, impacting both young and older individuals.

In Hessen, record numbers of social housing are being built, yet a significant deficit remains.

Six individuals were arrested as part of an investigation into bribery and fraud concerning a British social housing fund, with the Serious Fraud Office estimating suspicious activities worth £300 million.

The Serious Fraud Office has arrested six individuals in connection with a £300m fraud investigation related to a UK social housing fund, conducting raids across multiple locations.

The Serious Fraud Office has launched an investigation into Home REIT, a social housing company, over allegations of fraud and bribery involving an estimated £300 million, leading to the arrest of six individuals.

The first phase of a rehabilitation project for four of the eight historical apartment buildings on Alexandra Avenue aims to create social housing and accommodate companions of patients from the nearby hospital 'Agios Savvas,' with a goal to restore 108 apartments by 2028.

The town of Śrem is beginning the construction of 195 ecological social housing units, supported by approximately 122 million PLN in funding from various government sources, marking a significant milestone in public housing funding.

A total of 12,500 beneficiaries are expected to acquire their homes by 2026 through the 'My Home II' program and an expanded social housing initiative targeted at young people and vulnerable social groups in Greece.