Privacy at the Gate: South Africa’s Information Regulator is moving to rein in how gated communities and office parks collect and keep visitor data, targeting “excessive” and unclear practices like facial recognition, biometrics, and heavy visitor registers. Housing Pipeline Pressure: In the UK, a plan for up to 648 homes near Great Stukeley is drawing fresh objections, with wastewater management a key sticking point. Urban Poor Compliance: The Philippines’ urban poor commission backs stricter enforcement of its Balanced Housing Development Program after DOJ and audit findings flagged under-collection of required obligations. Construction & Permits Watch: In Florida, Blue Crane Homes expands to Anna Maria Island and starts a flagship project in Holmes Beach. Short-Term Rental Politics: Sydney property managers warn that proposed limits on Airbnb-style stays won’t fix deeper supply and planning problems. Market Mood: Qatar’s stock market jumped on US-Iran deal optimism, with real estate among the stronger sectors. Water Risk: Denver-area providers keep warning that record-low snowpack is tightening supplies faster than conservation can offset.