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Modular building, 3D construction paves way for innovative solutions to the housing crisis
As Michigan's affordable housing shortage continues, developers are exploring modular construction and 3D printing as innovative ways to reduce building time and address labor shortages.
New and rehabbed homes are making a difference in Michigan
Many generations could be living in these homes. Thanks to a new program, the homes will be kept affordable for 99 years.
Striving for seamless social service system in Tampa Bay
Area nonprofits like Feeding Tampa Bay and Crisis Center of Tampa Bay are weaving a more connected safety net.
Can Philly mass-produce its way out of a housing crisis?
Mayor Parker has promised to build 13,500 new housing units in Philadelphia. With construction costs rising, the city hopes modular construction can help it reach this goal.
Community Development Financial Institutions help rural Northern communities fund affordable housing, education, support small business growth
Rural communities often experience a lack of capital access due to bank mergers, or community banks leaving their areas. CDFIs step in to bridge the gap by providing crucial capital, workshops, and referrals to rural communities — funding affordable housing, high-quality education, and community development with small business growth.
Rare bipartisan housing victory, but Americans still can’t afford housing
Congress near approval of what could become the most significant housing legislation in decades, but even supporters say it doesn’t do enough to ease America’s housing affordability crunch.
How early introduction to alternative transportation can impact habits
Fort Wayne is a city with a car-centric mindset. Early exposure to biking and transit could help, but a lack of density could limit long-term habit change.
Neighborhood nonprofit rehabs houses to help new homeowners and break the rent cycle
Edison Initiatives was formed to help others become homeowners and build wealth.
As housing costs rise, CEDAM’s TIF guide frames the way for communities to utilize and personalize tax incentives to meet housing needs
CEDAM has released a new housing TIF guide to help Michigan communities understand and apply tax increment financing as a tool to support local housing development and affordability goals.
Modular building, 3D construction paves way for innovative solutions to the housing crisis
As Michigan's affordable housing shortage continues, developers are exploring modular construction and 3D printing as innovative ways to reduce building time and address labor shortages.
New and rehabbed homes are making a difference in Michigan
Many generations could be living in these homes. Thanks to a new program, the homes will be kept affordable for 99 years.
Striving for seamless social service system in Tampa Bay
Area nonprofits like Feeding Tampa Bay and Crisis Center of Tampa Bay are weaving a more connected safety net.
Can Philly mass-produce its way out of a housing crisis?
Mayor Parker has promised to build 13,500 new housing units in Philadelphia. With construction costs rising, the city hopes modular construction can help it reach this goal.
Community Development Financial Institutions help rural Northern communities fund affordable housing, education, support small business growth
Rural communities often experience a lack of capital access due to bank mergers, or community banks leaving their areas. CDFIs step in to bridge the gap by providing crucial capital, workshops, and referrals to rural communities — funding affordable housing, high-quality education, and community development with small business growth.
Rare bipartisan housing victory, but Americans still can’t afford housing
Congress near approval of what could become the most significant housing legislation in decades, but even supporters say it doesn’t do enough to ease America’s housing affordability crunch.
How early introduction to alternative transportation can impact habits
Fort Wayne is a city with a car-centric mindset. Early exposure to biking and transit could help, but a lack of density could limit long-term habit change.
Neighborhood nonprofit rehabs houses to help new homeowners and break the rent cycle
Edison Initiatives was formed to help others become homeowners and build wealth.
As housing costs rise, CEDAM’s TIF guide frames the way for communities to utilize and personalize tax incentives to meet housing needs
CEDAM has released a new housing TIF guide to help Michigan communities understand and apply tax increment financing as a tool to support local housing development and affordability goals.
