The High Rise Housing Gamble: Why America's Bet on Office Conversions Won't Solve Its Crisis The recent near collapse of an office tower in New York City has highlighted a glaring flaw in the nation's plan to address its housing shortage.
For years, policymakers and developers have touted the benefits of repurposing underused office space as a quick fix for America's affordability crisis.
However, beneath the gleaming glass and steel façades lies a complex web of engineering challenges, outdated building codes, and deep seated issues that threaten to undermine even the most ambitious conversions.