Housing Compliance Clash (US/California): Huntington Beach faces renewed pressure in its housing element lawsuit as California seeks additional fines, arguing the city hasn’t completed required zoning changes; the dispute could restart monthly penalties after a judge previously paused them. New Supply in Metro LA (US/California): Arcadia approved a 130-unit condo tower, North Village, near the Metro A Line, with 20 units deed-restricted as affordable housing. Affordable Housing Renovation (US/Charleston): Charleston Housing Authority reopened Kiawah Homes, restoring 61 historic units with full renovations and keeping them 100% affordable under a housing trades voucher program. Foreign Buyer Rules (Cyprus): Cyprus lawmakers are working on amendments to restrict non-EU purchases, including proposed limits on buying land near military camps, amid claims foreigners are driving prices and raising security concerns. Construction Standards Push (Philippines): President Marcos ordered tighter enforcement of construction and building standards to improve resilience to earthquakes and floods, including stricter material requirements and a proposed Building Resilience Seal. Water Infrastructure Deal (Pakistan/Karachi): KW&SC and FWO signed on the Rs14bn Dumlottee Pipeline Project to add 10 million gallons per day, with construction starting next week. Housing Delivery Under Scrutiny (Punjab/Pakistan): Punjab’s Housing Department launched a fact-finding audit into PHATA’s finances, land-use conversions, and alleged irregularities for 2025-26. Transit-Oriented Growth (US/Inland Empire): SCAG highlighted Upland and Ontario’s push to pair housing near Metrolink with infrastructure investment to support regional economic development. Valuation Regulation Update (Egypt): Egypt’s Financial Regulatory Authority issued updated real estate valuation standards to align with international practices and improve reliability in non-bank markets. Community Housing Progress (Ghana): President Mahama inspected the 24-Hour Economy Market at Poyentanga, noting foundation stabilization delays from terrain conditions while construction continues.