Land use committee approves rezoning for northside affordable housing complex opposed by many residents
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – A proposed affordable housing complex on the Northside was met with hours of opposition from concerned residents after the Land Use and Zoning Committee voted to approve…
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Northside neighbors concerned about proposed affordable housing complex
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – Jacksonville City Councilman Reggie Gaffney Jr. will meet Thursday with Northside residents who are concerned about a plan to bring an affordable housing apartment complex to their…
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Florida Democrats call on Gov. DeSantis to do more to address ‘affordable housing crisis’
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – Florida lawmakers and Jacksonville-area residents are calling on Gov. Ron DeSantis to do more to address what economists call an “affordable housing crisis.” High demand and short…
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Are you on the waiting list for affordable, low-income housing in Duval County?
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – It is no secret that affordable housing is one of the biggest problems Floridians are currently facing. In fact, it is now being called — a “crisis.”…
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Ability Housing breaks ground on new affordable apartment complex
The National Low Income Housing Coalition says someone working minimum wage would have to work 92 hours a week to afford a one-bedroom apartment in St. Johns County. ST. AUGUSTINE,…
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Officials break ground on 92-unit affordable housing apartment complex in West Augustine
ST. AUGUSTINE, Fla. – Dozens of affordable apartment units are soon coming to St. Augustine, an area in desperate need of more affordable housing. It’s going to be called the…
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How are you or your family affected by the affordable housing crisis?
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – While the housing market is slowly stabilizing, experts say affordability is still a big challenge for potential homebuyers. According to the Northeast Florida Association of Realtors (NEFAR),…
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Fla. organization to build double the number of affordable homes
“Now, my kids can say they got a yard to play in. They can be kids.” -Makeshia Hayes, a new homeowner told First Coast News. ST. AUGUSTINE, Fla. — Many…
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St. Johns County homes designates affordable workforce housing
A housing expert suggests a longer time in order to support the area’s workforce. ST. JOHNS COUNTY, Fla. — St. Johns County is the most expensive place to buy a…
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Jacksonville City Council puts millions toward affordable housing
The council approved Mayor Donna Deegan’s transition initiative plan, dedicating millions toward housing. JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — Jacksonville city leaders took a big step toward curbing homelessness Tuesday night. The city…
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