Gloucester is developing a new five-year plan to tackle the growing housing crisis, looking to projects like Harbor Village for guidance. As communities across Massachusetts confront similar challenges, residents and officials see this as a critical moment to shape affordable housing for all.
Oakland residents are set to vote on whether to temporarily halt mobile home park rent increases. The proposed 90-day moratorium comes after the town council declined an earlier 180-day request, reflecting a shorter approach to addressing local housing needs.
Central Berkshire Habitat for Humanity has announced its 2025–26 board of directors and newly appointed officers, marking a fresh leadership chapter. The organization aims to build on its longstanding mission of providing affordable housing solutions in Berkshire County.
The year 2025 brought a wave of developments, from heated debates over shoreline rights and affordable housing to the closure of a cherished school. Yet even as residents grappled with disruption, new sports courts offered fresh outlets for the community. These changes underscore a region in transition.
Wespac Charities announced a $100,000 donation to Habitat for Humanity of Northern Arizona, shining a spotlight on community-driven philanthropy. This contribution highlights a growing commitment to improving housing opportunities in the region.
A new affordable housing venture in Holtville, California, is being built to serve farmworker households and low-income families. Pine Crossing Apartments, a 44-unit initiative valued at $19 million, promises to strengthen the local community as construction moves forward.
A new affordable housing project on Buffalo’s East Side is reserving about half of its apartments for older teens leaving foster care. By addressing a critical housing shortage for foster alumni, the development offers hope to many who often find themselves with nowhere to go.
Leaders from New Castle came together on September 12 to celebrate the launch of Brookfield Farms, an 85-home development intended to address the community’s need for affordable housing. This noteworthy collaboration between city officials, developers, and local partners is expected to shape the future of the city’s housing market.
Baltimore is launching a grant program to rehabilitate thousands of vacant homes. Spearheaded by Mayor Brandon Scott, this initiative seeks to reduce neighborhood blight, boost affordable housing, and rekindle investment in once-neglected communities.
Canada’s housing crisis is so severe that internal government documents warn it could harm the broader economy. Officials plan to launch a new agency to build homes faster, reflecting mounting pressure on Ottawa to find immediate solutions.