Opinion: Kim Reynolds housing proposal is good for Iowa s families, communities and economy Lance Henning and Jay Iverson
Iowa has a rural housing shortage. Here s how the state s inmates will help solve it.
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Amid a pandemic it has become increasingly more obvious how essential affordable housing is to Iowa families. Statewide, more than 38% of renters and 16% of homeowners are paying more than 30% of their income on housing, making them cost-burdened.
All too often, families are forced to make excruciating decisions to sacrifice basic needs such as nutritious food, health care, reliable transportation, and access to education. Too many families in our community are stuck in the housing affordability cycle, moving repeatedly to find affordability, and paying premium rents that force them to make difficult choices.
Opinion: Kim Reynolds housing proposal is good for Iowa s families, communities and economy
The need for affordable housing spans every rural and urban community in the state, from small town to sprawling suburb
Lance Henning and Jay Iverson
Guest columnists
Amid a pandemic it has become increasingly more obvious how essential affordable housing is to Iowa families. Statewide, more than 38% of renters and 16% of homeowners are paying more than 30% of their income on housing, making them cost-burdened.
All too often, families are forced to make excruciating decisions to sacrifice basic needs such as nutritious food, health care, reliable transportation, and access to education. Too many families in our community are stuck in the housing affordability cycle, moving repeatedly to find affordability, and paying premium rents that force them to make difficult choices.