高楼将停建？确定了：住宅实施新标准，未来两类房子吃香了

Core Insights - There is a significant shift in homebuyer preferences from high-rise buildings to multi-story residences, with the proportion of buyers choosing multi-story homes increasing from 18.5% in 2018 to 29.8% in 2020, while high-rise purchases dropped from 57.8% to 36.5% [1][3] Group 1: Reasons for Preference Shift - High-rise buildings typically have larger shared areas, reducing actual usable space, while multi-story homes offer better cost-effectiveness due to smaller shared areas [3] - High-rise buildings often have higher plot ratios, leading to narrower spacing between buildings, which negatively impacts ventilation and lighting [3] - The risk of emergencies, such as fires or earthquakes, poses significant challenges for high-rise residents, particularly if elevators fail [3] - The difficulty and high costs associated with the demolition of high-rise buildings, especially in lower-tier cities, may lead to a decline in their value over time [5] Group 2: Government Actions - The Ministry of Housing and Urban-Rural Development and the National Development and Reform Commission have issued guidelines to limit the construction of super-tall buildings, with a focus on restricting new buildings over 250 meters and requiring thorough justification for buildings over 100 meters [5][6] - A joint opinion from multiple government departments emphasizes that new residential buildings in county towns should primarily be six stories or lower, with a minimum of 70% of new residential area being six stories or below [8] - New regulations require that any new super-tall buildings in cities with populations under 3 million must undergo strict approval processes, indicating a significant reduction in the number of new high-rise constructions [10] Group 3: Future Housing Trends - The demand for newly constructed multi-story residences is expected to rise due to their advantages, including lower shared areas, better cost-effectiveness, improved green space, and enhanced safety [11] - Renovated older neighborhoods are also gaining popularity, as these properties often have prime locations and upgraded amenities, making them attractive to homebuyers [11]