While the federal government doesn't make land use, zoning, and building codes, it can have a big influence over them.
Roger Valdez is a journalist and housing policy expert based in Seattle, Washington. He writes for Forbes and his work has also been featured in The American Conservative, Fox News Media, and the Washington Examiner. Valdez focuses on issues related to housing affordability, public policy, and urban development, providing critical analysis and insights into these topics.