Affordable Housing forum in Plano Thursday
The League of Women Voters of Collin County invites the public to a free affordable housing forum on from 6:30-8 p.m. Thursday at Davis Library, 7501 Independence Parkway in Plano.
Nov 12, 2019
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AMTEX affordable housing Green Oaks Apartments breaking ground Nov 14th
AMTEX will host a groundbreaking ceremony for Green Oaks Apartments, an affordable multifamily housing development located at 1475 Gears Road, Houston, on Nov. 14 at 10 a.m.. AMTEX affordable housing Green Oaks Apartments Development is designed to close the substantial shortage of affordable housing units in Houston.
Affordable Housing Shortage in Midland
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Four candidates seeking to replace Dallas Mayor Eric Johnson in Texas House
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Support for affordable housing policies growing
As home prices rise, more people support affordable housing policies. 55% of homebuyers quit searching when homes in their price range where not available.
Affordable Housing Could Increase by 9,000 Units in Austin
The drafted rules increase the potential for income-based affordable housing by up to 9,000 units. The units could be spread out in areas across Austin. Currently there are just 1,500 available to those with incomes below the area's median income (AMI).
Lack of affordable housing contributes to low school performance
Kids living in low-income households face obstacles that contribute to low school performance. The lack of affordable housing is at the top of that list.
NRP Group Ground Celebrates Second Affordable Housing Development in Austin
The NRP Group celebrated the grand opening of its second affordable housing development, name the Bridge at Harris Ridge, in Austin since 2017.
Housing Shortage Will Be With Us for Years to Come
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Joy Horak-Brown, president & CEO of New Hope Housing, receives honor
Joy Horak-Brown, president & CEO of New Hope Housing, and a TAAHP member, was recognized last week as one of the Most Admired CEOs in Houston by the Houston Business Journal. HBJ recognized 59 for-profit and nonprofit CEOs for their “professional accomplishments, community involvement, philanthropic efforts and other exemplary qualities,” as determined by an independent panel of judges. There were more than 300 nominations.
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