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Former state senator shares possible solutions to Florida's housing affordability crisis

By Jim DeFede

/ CBS Miami

Florida's Housing Affordability Crisis | Facing South Florida

MIAMI — With 1,000 people a day moving to Florida, finding affordable housing remains one of the most challenging concerns for residents — especially here in South Florida.

CBS News Miami's Jim DeFede talks to former state senator Jeff Brandes, who runs the Florida Policy Project, which has been exploring solutions that include the role of vouchers and something called "upzoning."

Guest: Jeff Brandes/Former State Senator

Jim DeFede

Jim DeFede joined CBS4 News in January 2006 and serves as an investigative reporter for the station, as well as host of its Sunday morning public affairs program "Facing South Florida."

First published on April 21, 2024 / 1:18 PM EDT

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