Chris Muntean, 70, feels lucky he had a heart attack. Read more… Source: The Columbian
Posts published in “Affordable Housing”
Once homeless, Vancouver couple find comfort, stability in tiny-home community
By The Citizen on September 7, 2023
It’s always Christmastime at Sabrina and James Thayer’s tiny house in Vancouver. Read more… Source: The Columbian
Battle Ground weighs tax exemption for apartment project
By The Citizen on September 7, 2023
For the second time in as many months, Battle Ground’s city council is considering a multifamily tax exemption for an apartment development. The city council…
Living on the edge: Clark County’s high rents leave many vulnerable renters on verge of homelessness
By The Citizen on August 5, 2023
Judy Laughery opened her internet browser, and a poll popped up on her screen. Read more… Source: The Columbian
Would rent control solve affordable housing crisis?
By The Citizen on August 5, 2023
In her early 30s, Sharon Pevey of Vancouver paid $225 monthly for a three-bedroom, two-bath duplex with a couple of fireplaces and full basement. Because…
Street requirement could make ‘missing middle’ development in Walnut Grove smaller, more expensive
By The Citizen on August 2, 2023
A Hazel Dell-based developer wants to build 14 cottage houses in the Walnut Grove area of Clark County, but the county may require a public…
Vancouver Housing Authority appoints Andy Silver as new CEO
By The Citizen on July 31, 2023
The Vancouver Housing Authority has named Andy Silver as its new chief executive officer. Read more… Source: The Columbian
2 affordable housing projects planned for Battle Ground
By The Citizen on July 26, 2023
Two affordable housing projects are coming to Battle Ground as the city responds to rising rents. Read more… Source: The Columbian
City of Vancouver remodels multifamily tax exemption
By The Citizen on July 15, 2023
On a sunny Monday afternoon in early June, dozens of Vancouver residents attended a city council forum to hear about housing issues and share their…
Multifamily tax exemption affordability option hasn’t been effective in Vancouver
By The Citizen on July 15, 2023
It’s been 12 years since the city of Vancouver added the affordability option to the multifamily tax exemption. How effective has it been? Read more… …