Navigating the "Missing Middle": Addressing Southern Oregon’s 50,000-Unit Gap

Navigating the "Missing Middle": Addressing Southern Oregon’s 50,000-Unit Gap

Jamie Batte
Published on: 15/06/2026

This blog post explores the critical "Missing Middle" housing shortage in Southern Oregon, highlighted by May 2026 Census data showing a 50,000-unit gap. We discuss why house-scale multifamily buildings like duplexes and garden apartments are the key

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Energy Trust 2026: The New $50,000 Incentive You Can’t Ignore

Energy Trust 2026: The New $50,000 Incentive You Can’t Ignore

Jamie Batte
Published on: 08/06/2026

This blog post breaks down the 2026 Energy Trust of Oregon and Building Energy Reduction Incentive (BERI) updates specifically for Southern Oregon multifamily builders. We explore how to navigate the current "Equipment Path" rebates, highlighting the

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Medford vs. Grants Pass: Where Should You Build in 2026?

Medford vs. Grants Pass: Where Should You Build in 2026?

Jamie Batte
Published on: 01/06/2026

Explore the diverging 2026 real estate markets of Medford and Grants Pass. This guide breaks down the latest May 2026 data—from Medford’s tight 3.4-month housing supply to the balanced growth and $500,000 median price point in Grants Pass—to help mul

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The SB 1521 Shift: Why Multifamily is Getting More Profitable in Southern Oregon

The SB 1521 Shift: Why Multifamily is Getting More Profitable in Southern Oregon

Jamie Batte
Published on: 25/05/2026

This blog post explores how Senate Bill 1521 is revolutionizing multifamily development in Southern Oregon by eliminating the "hidden tax" of inclusionary zoning. We break down how new state-mandated offsets—like cash payments and SDC waivers—are fin

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