Housing Developments

921 new affordable homes coming to Seattle! Mayor Durkan’s office announced this morning the city will invest just over $100 million in affordable homes for people with low incomes and those experiencing homelessness. Calling the investment “a downpayment on an affordable … read more.

Tax Reform Conference Committee begins work this week Affordable housing advocates haven’t had a moment to rest this year, and it doesn’t look like there will be a break in the action just yet. The National Low Income Housing Coaltion … read more.

Two tax bills, but no tax law yet. The Senate passed its tax bill, HR 1,  at 2 am EST Saturday, only hours after a final draft of the bill had been finalized. Two days later, much remains unclear about … read more.

There’s something for everyone to do on #GivingTuesday Double your #GivingTuesday impact by donating through Facebook fundraisers! Facebook is waiving processing fees for #GivingTuesday and the Gates Foundation is matching donations up to $1k per campaign (campaigns are fundraisers started … read more.

Last week in Tax Reform… Last week the House voted along party lines to pass a tax reform bill that has the affordable housing community very concerned. The bill would eliminate private activity bonds, a tool which has helped build … read more.

#HALAyes Celebration Tomorrow! Join the Seattle For Everyone Coaltion in saying #HALA-lujah for the accomplishments of 2017! Festivities run from 5:30-7:30 pm at the South Lake Union Discovery Center. RSVP here. A new reason to celebrate: OPCD released final MHA EIS and … read more.

Tomorrow’s a big day. King County Elections will finally take place: Here’s just one more awesome editorial for #YesOnProp1, because tomorrow is the last day you can vote to renew and expand this vital levy for Vets, Seniors, and Human Services (and … read more.

Who should receive our Advocate of the Year Award? It’s high time we recognized the people who advocate for our movement and inspire others to take action for safe, healthy, and affordable homes for all. Nominate someone you know to receive … read more.

Join us Thursday for “probably the best movie you’ll see this year” The Gates Foundation and A24 Films (the firm who brought us last year’s Best Picture winner ‘Moonlight’) have partnered with HDC, WLIHA, and The Seattle University Project on … read more.

Vets, Seniors, and Human Services Levy endorsed by The Seattle Times! “The proposal should be an easy yes vote for King County residents.” We agree! You can support the levy by phone banking, endorsing, or sharing your story here. Other Developments… “If you don’t … read more.