Housing Crisis Measures Planned for 2025

As housing shortages persist across regions, Maine and the North East of England are grappling with significant challenges in 2025. Maine faces a low housing inventory, driven by aging stock and rising rents, with plans to meet housing demand by 2030, including mixed-use developments in Augusta. In the North East, Mayor Kim McGuinness is prioritizing a 'social housing emergency' as the number of households on waiting lists surged by 51% from 2022 to 2023, with councils required to build nearly 11,000 new homes annually to address the crisis. Meanwhile, Glenmoore is seeing luxury developments, such as Estates at Stonecliff, which features million-dollar homes in a previously rural area. Local officials in Glenties are hopeful for new housing projects aimed at reducing waiting lists in 2025, indicating a broader commitment to tackle housing issues across various regions. Overall, while ambitious plans are in motion, skepticism remains about their viability and timeliness.