July-August 2021 Table of Contents

THE BUZZ
Annual Harvard Report Frames the Nation’s Housing Challenges BUILDER Annual Harvard Report Frames the Nation’s Housing Challenges

Rising home prices, tight supply, and eviction or foreclosure risks are key challenges for households. Read more

Habitat for Humanity Builds Its First 3D-Printed Home in Tempe BUILDER Habitat for Humanity Builds Its First 3D-Printed Home in Tempe

Utilizing Germany-based PERI's 3D printer, Habitat's Central Arizona chapter is constructing its first 3D-printed home on a lot owned by the city of Tempe. Read more

Biden Taps Housing Policy Leader to Be FHA Commissioner AFFORDABLE HOUSING FINANCE Biden Taps Housing Policy Leader to Be FHA Commissioner

Julia Gordon has held roles at the National Community Stabilization Trust, Center for American Progress, and the FHFA. Read more

People on the Move 6.21.21 AFFORDABLE HOUSING FINANCE People on the Move 6.21.21

Adrianne Todman is confirmed as HUD deputy secretary and other personnel moves from Beacon Communities, R4 Capital, CREA, Tiber Hudson, and Nixon Peabody. Read more

People on the Move 6.7.21 AFFORDABLE HOUSING FINANCE People on the Move 6.7.21

Read about the latest personnel moves at Gorman & Co., Pennrose, WinnResidential, Beacon Communities, and other firms. Read more

After 33  Years, Arthur to Leave Aeon AFFORDABLE HOUSING FINANCE After 33 Years, Arthur to Leave Aeon

The longtime CEO has been instrumental in the growth of the nonprofit housing organization. Read more

SPECIAL FOCUS
Star Power: AHF's 2021 Readers' Choice Awards Finalists AFFORDABLE HOUSING FINANCE Star Power: AHF's 2021 Readers' Choice Awards Finalists

Subscribers can vote for the best affordable housing developments in 10 categories as well as one overall winner. Read more

FAMILY FINALISTS
Development Features a Focus on the Arts AFFORDABLE HOUSING FINANCE Development Features a Focus on the Arts

Carson Arts features affordable apartments as well as music rooms and artist studios. Read more

Douglas Greene Helps Tennessee Rebuild After the Wildfires FAMILY WINNER Douglas Greene Helps Tennessee Rebuild After the Wildfires

The development brings affordable housing to Sevier County. Read more

Development Revitalizes Business Park With Family Housing AFFORDABLE HOUSING FINANCE Development Revitalizes Business Park With Family Housing

PathStone Corp. creates 187 homes at the campus once owned by the Eastman Kodak Co. Read more

Marshall Gardens Turns Empty Lots into Homes in Baltimore AFFORDABLE HOUSING FINANCE Marshall Gardens Turns Empty Lots into Homes in Baltimore

The new housing is named after the Supreme Court justice who grew up in the neighborhood. Read more

GREEN FINALISTS
National CORE Creates First Net-Zero Community GREEN WINNER National CORE Creates First Net-Zero Community

The seniors housing development is designed to be sustainable for the long term. Read more

Gulf Coast Housing Partnership Development Embraces Resilient Design AFFORDABLE HOUSING FINANCE Gulf Coast Housing Partnership Development Embraces Resilient Design

Les Maisons de Bayou Lafourche to bring 35 durable, green, and mixed-income units to Lockport, Louisiana. Read more

HISTORIC REHAB FINALISTS
Michigan School for the Blind Becomes Affordable Housing AFFORDABLE HOUSING Michigan School for the Blind Becomes Affordable Housing

The landmark has been transformed into 60 apartments for seniors. Read more

Life Returns to the Dayton Arcade HISTORIC REHAB CO-WINNER Life Returns to the Dayton Arcade

The first phase of the transformative project includes affordable housing. Read more

Milwaukee Soldiers Home Returns to Duty HISTORIC REHAB CO-WINNER Milwaukee Soldiers Home Returns to Duty

The historic site has become home to formerly homeless veterans. Read more

Beloved High School Finds New Purpose as Senior Housing AFFORDABLE HOUSING FINANCE Beloved High School Finds New Purpose as Senior Housing

A Hattiesburg, Mississippi, landmark is converted into 74 apartments. Read more

MIXED-USE FINALISTS
Developers Bring Retail, Multifamily Housing to Chicago’s Bronzeville Neighborhood MIXED-USE WINNER Developers Bring Retail, Multifamily Housing to Chicago’s Bronzeville Neighborhood

4400 Grove from Brinshore Development and Michaels Development Co. creates storefronts for Black-owned businesses. Read more

Linc Housing Sparks Revitalization in Long Beach, California AFFORDABLE HOUSING Linc Housing Sparks Revitalization in Long Beach, California

Spark at Midtown becomes an anchor for Central Long Beach, with affordable housing and community-serving spaces. Read more

Collaboration Brings Mixed-Use Development to Church Campus in Walnut Creek, California AFFORDABLE HOUSING FINANCE Collaboration Brings Mixed-Use Development to Church Campus in Walnut Creek, California

St. Paul's Commons includes new facilities for a homeless nonprofit and 45 units of affordable housing. Read more

PRESERVATION FINALISTS
Developers Preserve Key NYC Portfolio PRESERVATION WINNER Developers Preserve Key NYC Portfolio

As part of the rehabilitation, 197 kilowatts-DC of solar capacity was installed across several buildings. Read more

Pacific Northwest’s Largest Affordable Housing Property Undergoes Transformation AFFORDABLE HOUSING FINANCE Pacific Northwest’s Largest Affordable Housing Property Undergoes Transformation

Heatherstone has undergone a comprehensive rehab and overhaul in operations. Read more

Developer Rescues Struggling Illinois Project AFFORDABLE HOUSING FINANCE Developer Rescues Struggling Illinois Project

A property that was half vacant now has a waiting list. Read more

PUBLIC HOUSING REDEVELOPMENT FINALISTS
NYC Public Housing Developments Receive Needed Rehab AFFORDABLE HOUSING FINANCE NYC Public Housing Developments Receive Needed Rehab

The PACT program brings renovations and community engagement to properties. Read more

Developer Renews an 80-Year-Old Public Housing Community PUBLIC HOUSING REDEVELOPMENT WINNER Developer Renews an 80-Year-Old Public Housing Community

Lyman Terrace has been a key source of housing in Holyoke, Massachusetts. Read more

RAD Transforms Louisiana Public Housing Sites AFFORDABLE HOUSING FINANCE RAD Transforms Louisiana Public Housing Sites

Developers mix rehab and new construction to address needs in Alexandria. Read more

RURAL FINALISTS
Developer Addresses Need for Workforce Housing in Pennsylvania's Lebanon County AFFORDABLE HOUSING FINANCE Developer Addresses Need for Workforce Housing in Pennsylvania's Lebanon County

Beach Run Apartments is the first new construction affordable housing project for families in the county in nearly two decades. Read more

Mixed-Use Development Fills Void in Downtown Sault Ste. Marie, Michigan RURAL WINNER Mixed-Use Development Fills Void in Downtown Sault Ste. Marie, Michigan

Osborn Commons delivers mixed-income housing and a convenience store. Read more

Developer Transforms Historic Wisconsin Warehouse into Affordable Housing AFFORDABLE HOUSING FINANCE Developer Transforms Historic Wisconsin Warehouse into Affordable Housing

Riverside Lofts also provides workspace and meeting areas for local artists. Read more

Tohono O'odham Reservation Gains Affordable Homes AFFORDABLE HOUSING FINANCE Tohono O'odham Reservation Gains Affordable Homes

The development also includes community amenities not often found on the rural reservation. Read more

SENIORS FINALISTS
Housing Connects Seniors to Technology, Health Services AFFORDABLE HOUSING FINANCE Housing Connects Seniors to Technology, Health Services

Nashville project is piloting a program with Vanderbilt University School of Nursing. Read more

Army Barracks Become Senior Housing SENIORS WINNER Army Barracks Become Senior Housing

The new development includes permanent supportive housing units. Read more

Developers Turn Vacant School Into Housing, Senior Center AFFORDABLE HOUSING FINANCE Developers Turn Vacant School Into Housing, Senior Center

The project provides 50 affordable homes to seniors in Verona, New York. Read more

San Jose Development Serves Vulnerable Seniors AFFORDABLE HOUSING FINANCE San Jose Development Serves Vulnerable Seniors

Funding sources include a voter-approved housing bond. Read more

SPECIAL-NEEDS FINALISTS
Andy’s Place Provides Housing, Programs for People to Recover From Addiction SPECIAL-NEEDS WINNER Andy’s Place Provides Housing, Programs for People to Recover From Addiction

The Michigan development is the first that incorporates the drug treatment courts. Read more

Development Gives Young Adults a Second Chance AFFORDABLE HOUSING FINANCE Development Gives Young Adults a Second Chance

The Tacoma, Washington, project includes housing and a crisis center for youth. Read more

Jamboree Creates a Home for Heroes AFFORDABLE HOUSING FINANCE Jamboree Creates a Home for Heroes

The project is expected to save Orange County, California, $2.5 million annually in avoided emergency services. Read more

Colorado Development Serves as a Model for Trauma-Informed Design AFFORDABLE HOUSING FINANCE Colorado Development Serves as a Model for Trauma-Informed Design

Housing Catalyst has adapted a former movie theater into permanent supportive housing. Read more

Project Aims to Uplift Houston AFFORDABLE HOUSING FINANCE Project Aims to Uplift Houston

New Hope Housing Dale Carnegie is helping the city recover from Hurricane Harvey. Read more

URBAN FINALISTS
Los Angeles Affordable Housing Development Pays Tribute to Vaudeville Star AFFORDABLE HOUSING FINANCE Los Angeles Affordable Housing Development Pays Tribute to Vaudeville Star

Florence Mills Apartments features housing for families and homeless veterans. Read more

Scattered-Site Development Brings Hope to Chicago’s Englewood Neighborhood AFFORDABLE HOUSING FINANCE Scattered-Site Development Brings Hope to Chicago’s Englewood Neighborhood

Hope Manor Village replaces 16 vacant lots with 36 apartments. Read more

Micro Units Rise on Small Parking Lot in Honolulu AFFORDABLE HOUSING FINANCE Micro Units Rise on Small Parking Lot in Honolulu

Nohona Hale creates an island paradise for low-income residents. Read more

Developer Helps Revitalize Jackson Ward in Richmond, Virginia EDITORS' CHOICE WINNER Developer Helps Revitalize Jackson Ward in Richmond, Virginia

The Rosa and The Van de Vyver brings mixed-income housing to the historic neighborhood. Read more

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