France’s housing market crisis intensifies with soaring demand and declining rental stock, amid criticism of inconsistent public policies and political leadership in Paris.
Recent urban development projects in Aubervilliers and Nice ignite environmental concerns and community opposition, showcasing complex local debates on balancing growth with ecological preservation.
French organizations criticize the 2026 budget for insufficient social housing support and propose stronger financial and policy measures.
French municipal leaders reveal the complex challenges and political courage required to address housing issues amid upcoming elections.
France prepares to address the housing crisis amid climate change projections with a key conference and political calls for pragmatic consensus.
Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu pledges a decentralization law before Christmas 2025 to clarify housing policy responsibilities amid local governments' financial struggles.
Seven mayor associations warn that 2026 budget cuts, exceeding €8 billion, will weaken urban renewal and territorial cohesion programs across France.
Twenty years after the 2005 Clichy-sous-Bois riots sparked by tragic deaths, political failures continue to shadow social inequities despite large-scale urban renewal efforts.
Grand Pau initiates strategic planning sessions to address future housing and economic growth.
Walking is becoming a key focus in urban mobility discussions ahead of the 2026 municipal elections in France.