Oregon receives $7.45M federal funding for affordable housing
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Updated Sep 22
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What happened
Oregon received $7.45 million in federal funding to support public housing authorities across the state. The money will be distributed as new Section 811 Housing Choice Vouchers, also known as Mainstream Vouchers, enabling people with disabilities to access affordable housing and supportive services.
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Why it matters
The funding addresses the housing affordability crisis in Oregon, where rents are reportedly outpacing incomes. This investment supports public housing authorities in better serving people with disabilities and their families.
Housing affordability is identified as a top concern, and Oregon Housing and Community Services aims to deliver more homes.
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Andrea Bell identifies housing affordability as a top concern while Oregon Housing and Community Services aims to deliver more homes.Also in this story
- A report addressing housing needs in Oregon was released, involving the Sightline Institute.
- Housing funding and affordability efforts are underway across Central Oregon, Portland, and Lincoln City.