Lot Supplies Loosen for First Time Since 2017

A good indicator of building activity crossed into the “slightly undersupplied” category from the “significantly undersupplied” category for the fourth quarter. The new data, from Zonda’s New Home Lot Supply Index (LSI) registered a reading of 81.6 in the fourth quarter, representing a 34.2 percent increase from the same period in 2024. “Policy uncertainty, the […]

Lot Supplies Hit Five-Year High but Still Off Historical Levels

New data shows the supply of building lots in the second quarter of the year was up 20.6 percent over a year ago. Zonda’s New Home Lot Supply Index reported its fourth consecutive quarterly increase but the research firm said the market remains “significantly undersupplied,” a condition that has prevailed since 2017. The LSI tracks […]

Lot Supply Up Again According to New Zonda Index

For the second consecutive quarter the New Home Lot Supply Index shows an increase in what’s available. The new Zonda Index reports a 5.4 percent increase for the fourth quarter of last year, which is good news for builders. “Land and lot supply is at the healthiest levels we’ve seen in years,” according to Ali […]