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Government regulations add nearly $132K to cost of new home, builders say
By KTVU FOX 2 News
· June 19, 2026
· 1 min read
Government regulations now add roughly $132,000 to the cost of a typical newly built home, according to a new study from the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB), as industry leaders warn that mounting costs are worsening the nation's housing affordability challenges.
Why this matters in The San Francisco
In San Francisco , where the cost of living is already notoriously high, the added expense of government regulations on new homes will likely have a pronounced impact on the city's housing market. With the median home price already exceeding $1 million, an additional $132,000 in regulatory costs will further limit the availability of affordable housing options for low- and moderate-income residents. This could exacerbate the city's existing housing shortage, making it even more difficult for people to find homes they can afford. As city officials consider ways to address the housing crisis, they will need to weigh the benefits of regulations against the need for more affordable housing, and explore ways to streamline the development process without compromising safety and environmental standards. The NAHB study's findings will likely inform this conversation, as San Francisco struggles to balance its regulatory environment with the need for more housing.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 19, 2026 ·
Source: KTVU FOX 2 News ·
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What is this story about? Government regulations now add roughly $132,000 to the cost of a typical newly built home, according to a new study from the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB), as industry leaders warn that mounting costs are worsening the nation's housing affordability challenges.
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