With an increasing shortage of housing across the U.S. driving up home prices and rents, communities and developers need to adopt a broader strategy. An important part of that approach will be infill development, adaptive reuse, and changes in zoning regulations to encourage the development of so-called “Missing Middle” buildings with multiple units that younger couples and families can afford to purchase, according to speakers at a recent housing conference.
Portland, Oregon, a frequently cited model among advocates of looser zoning to encourage less-pricey home ownership, took centerstage at an Oct. 13 panel on Arlington’s debate over “Missing Middle” at which a variety of organizations called for action to address the regional housing shortage. Sa .
Moderated by Michelle Krocker from Northern Virginia Affordable Housing Alliance, this panel discussion will include representatives from: Alexandria Arlington
Housing alliance says thousands in Northern Virginia are missing out on rental assistance
Up to 40 million Americans were at risk of eviction this year if the economic status of the country remained dismal, highlighted by an August Aspen Institute report. Author: Matthew Torres Updated: 6:51 PM EST December 30, 2020
ALEXANDRIA, Va. Tens of millions of renters in the country struggling during the pandemic can avoid eviction for at least one more month.
The latest $900 billion stimulus package signed by President Donald Trump last Sunday included $25 billion for rental assistance and the extension of a national eviction ban through Jan. 31.
Approximately $900 million of the funds will go towards communities across Virginia, according to the Northern Virginia Affordable Housing Alliance (NVAHA). How much of the money will be dispersed in certain jurisdictions will be determined at a later date.