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Students from Howard, American, and George Washington Universities came together to advocate for increased affordable housing in Washington, D.C. The joint effort reflects shared concerns among students across these institutions about housing affordability in the city.
HUD has extended its FHA multifamily insurance programs to cover build-to-rent (BTR) housing, giving developers in that sector new access to federally backed financing. This includes the 221(d)(4) program for new construction and the 223(f) program for refinancing and acquisition, broadening the financing tools available for BTR projects.
The Northern Territory has replaced its six-point demerit system with a new three-strikes policy that can see public housing tenants evicted for anti-social behaviour, effective October 19, 2026. Breaches are classified by severity—minor, moderate, or significant—with serious incidents involving threats or property damage potentially triggering all three strikes at once, while existing demerit points carry over on a one-for-one basis. Housing Minister Steve Edgington said the policy responds to complaints from neighbors, particularly in Darwin, though tenants will have a chance to respond to allegations before strikes are issued, with eviction cases handled through the NT Civil and Administrative Tribunal.
The Northern Territory government has introduced a new "three strikes" policy for public housing tenants, replacing the previous red card/demerit point system. Under the policy, anti-social behaviour breaches are classified as minor, moderate or significant, attracting one, two or three strikes respectively, and tenants can be evicted once they accumulate three strikes—even from a single serious incident. The Labor opposition has criticized the policy as an attempt to "racially control" Aboriginal people.
California officials redirected nearly $368.7 million in federal HUD funds—originally allocated after the Camp Fire and Woolsey Fire to help rebuild homes and infrastructure—toward low-income housing developments, without ensuring fire victims would benefit. As a result, some displaced families remain unable to return home, with several having lived in trailers on their properties until local officials mandated their removal, while others still lack the funds to rebuild.
Governor Andy Beshear announced that construction is now underway on all 953 affordable rental units across 11 apartment developments in western Kentucky, part of a $220 million initiative launched to address housing losses from the December 2021 tornado outbreak. Five developments are already accepting tenants, and all 11 are taking information from prospective renters, though applicants must go through an eligibility process since the units are designated affordable housing. The state expects every development to begin leasing by spring 2027, and the Kentucky Department for Local Government recently received a national award recognizing its work on the recovery effort.
Ricardo Valencia, a candidate for Santa Barbara County's 5th District Board of Supervisors seat, is making affordable housing a central focus of his campaign, citing rising housing costs as a top concern among voters. He proposes pursuing affordable housing through partnerships with local governments, housing organizations, and state and federal grants, pointing to Escalante Meadows in Guadalupe as a model for developments that include community benefits like childcare and gathering spaces. Valencia also supports exploring county-owned land for affordable housing while preserving agricultural land important to the local economy.
Terri North, a 25-year veteran of affordable housing development, says the work has become increasingly difficult even as the need persists. She notes that many residents work long hours—up to 60 a week—yet still qualify for affordable housing because their wages remain too low, and she expresses hope that wages will eventually rise enough to put her line of work out of business.
Clark-Fulton is gaining new affordable and senior housing as part of efforts to restore walkability to its commercial district. Walton Senior Apartments has added 52 units of affordable senior housing along Clark Avenue near Fulton Road, while in the nearby BVQ District, Pivotal Housing Partners and Metro West Community Development Organization have topped out the first phase of their Hub 27 development—a five-story building with 53 workforce housing units for households earning under 80 percent of Area Median Income.
This letter endorses Jennifer Swanson for county council, highlighting her focus on affordable housing and environmental protection as intertwined priorities for keeping the islands livable long-term. It describes her plan to partner with existing local housing organizations, non-profits, and the Housing Advisory Committee to streamline policies, prioritize affordable housing in permitting, and consider pre-approved building plans to speed approvals and cut costs. The letter also notes her support for efficient, solar-powered housing aimed at serving low- and middle-income residents while reducing environmental impact.
An audit of the Glennville Housing Authority uncovered significant problems with how public funds were handled, including contractor payments made for work performed at employees' personal homes. The report flagged $441,600 in contractor payments as excessive, unsupported, potentially duplicative, or otherwise questionable, and also cited issues with purchasing procedures, payroll practices, and compliance with federal funding requirements. The findings coincide with an ongoing investigation into the agency by the Georgia Bureau of Investigation.
A groundbreaking ceremony was held in West Brattleboro for the Chalet, a project that will bring 31 new affordable housing units to the site over the next year. The effort is being led jointly by Windham & Windsor Housing Trust and Evernorth, with representatives from collaborating organizations speaking at the event. WWHT's executive director highlighted community meetings held during the design process that brought together residents and neighbors to share input on the site and building plans.
Beacon Communities is seeking final Newton City Council approval to contribute $1.9 million to the Newton Affordable Housing Trust, supporting its planned 72-unit affordable housing development at 1314 Washington St. The project, which advanced through the Zoning and Planning Committee in late September, would offer units across a range of income levels, including deeply affordable homes for lower-income households, though it has drawn some community concerns.
USDA's Under Secretary for Rural Development joined DC office staff for a day of service at a Central Rappahannock River Habitat for Humanity site on Stirrup Lane in Ladysmith, Caroline County, where several homes are under construction. The Under Secretary observed the work and asked questions about how affordable housing efforts are being carried out in the area.
The Butler Metropolitan Housing Authority, now known as OneCanopi, is spending roughly $146.5 million to modernize about 1,030 of its 1,096 public housing units across Hamilton and Middletown. The project, now in its third phase, is supported through HUD's Rental Assistance Demonstration program, which enables partnerships with investors to fund the upgrades, with completion targeted by 2028.
New Mexico's Department of Workforce Solutions has proposed a set of policy solutions aimed at closing the state's estimated 50,000-unit affordable housing shortage, a gap that leaves roughly 250,000 households spending more than 30% of their income on housing. Presented in a webinar by Cabinet labor secretary Sarita Nair and Housing Initiatives Manager Lisa Huval, the seven-point platform includes workforce development, zoning and land use reform, gap financing to preserve existing affordable units, treating housing as economic development, and modernizing building codes. Nair noted that despite past legislative efforts, the housing shortage remains a significant challenge for the state.
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