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Frontline Development, Woda Cooper Break Ground on $17.6 Million Affordable Housing Project in Cleveland

by Channing Hamilton

CLEVELAND — Frontline Development Group LLC and Woda Cooper Cos. Inc. have broken ground on Gordon Crossing, a $17.6 million affordable housing development in Cleveland. The four-story development will feature 42 two-bedroom and 12 three-bedroom apartments. Gordon Crossing will be available to households earning up to 80 percent of the area median income. Rents are expected to range from $362 to $1,699, depending on household income and unit size. Residents will have access to shared amenities such as a community room with kitchenette, on-site management office, parcel room and outdoor …

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HUD Cuts Contracts for Affordable Housing Developers Under DOGE Directive

by Channing Hamilton

WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Trump administration has halted at least $60 million in financing intended for affordable housing developments across the nation, according to the Associated Press. At the direction of the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) has terminated contracts for at least two of the three organizations in its Section 4 program, which the Associated Press states could stall the development of hundreds of affordable housing projects across the United States. The Section 4 program, also known as the Capacity Building for …

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Walters Underway on Affordable Housing Development in Hainesport, New Jersey

by Channing Hamilton

HAINESPORT, N.J. — New Jersey-based developer Walters is underway on the development of Cornerstone at Hainesport, a 73-unit affordable housing project in Hainesport, roughly 23 miles east of Philadelphia. The property will consist of six buildings. Units will come in one-, two- and three-bedroom layouts. The community will be available to households earning 60 percent or less of the area median income. Amenities include a basketball court, children’s play area and a clubhouse with computer workstations. The first apartments are expected to be available for occupancy by December.

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Brisa Builders, PMG Affordable Secure $51.7 Million in Financing for Queens Affordable Housing Project

by Channing Hamilton

NEW YORK CITY — Brisa Builders Development LLC and PMG Affordable have secured $51.7 million in financing for 19-19 Cornaga Ave., a 92-unit affordable housing project located in the Downtown Far Rockaway Special Purpose District in Queens. The financing package includes: Additionally, the developers are leveraging roughly $21.4 million in low-income housing tax credit (LIHTC) equity syndicated by Enterprise, $2.3 million in state LIHTC equity and $41,000 in solar tax credit equity. BWE is providing permanent financing through Freddie Mac. 19-19 Cornaga Ave. will offer a mix of studio, one- …

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Why Developers Shouldn’t Gamble When it Comes to Accessibility Compliance

by Lynn Peisner

By Mark English, E&A Team Inc. Every short-term decision contributes to a long-term goal. In multifamily housing construction, the consequences of short-term decisions are particularly evident when an owner hires an architect, contractor or a superintendent who lacks a full understanding of accessibility compliance. It all comes down to two key questions: What regulations apply to the property, and what are the technical standards each regulation requires you to apply? The answers to these questions determine the applicable accessibility requirements for the property. In 2007, I was shocked to learn …

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The investment sales brokerage panel at InterFace Texas Workforce & Affordable Housing
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InterFace Panel: Texas Affordable Housing Sales Volume Should Rebound Marginally in 2025

by Channing Hamilton

DALLAS — As is the case for many commercial asset classes and markets in 2025, there is an expectation of elevated deal volume for investment sales of affordable housing properties in Texas. But brokers in that space caution that the rebound will likely be marginal and is not necessarily indicative of ideal market conditions taking hold. A quintet of panelists broke down this notion and others at the InterFace Texas Affordable & Workforce Housing conference on Feb. 13 at the Westin Galleria Dallas hotel. Mary Ann Bennett, senior managing director …

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Community Builders Delivers $44 Million Affordable Housing Community in Chicago

by Channing Hamilton

CHICAGO — The Community Builders has completed Canvas at Leland Plaza, a $44 million affordable housing property located in Chicago’s Lincoln Square neighborhood. Canvas at Leland Plaza consists of 63 units. The Chicago Housing Authority (CHA) is providing funding for 16 of the units through its project-based voucher program, representing an investment of more than $13.3 million over the next 30 years.  Shared amenities at the complex include package and bike rooms, storage space, a resident lounge and terrace. The property also offers commercial space, outdoor seating and parking. Financial …

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Advantage Capital Closes Financing for Affordable Housing Project in Charlottesville, Virginia

by Channing Hamilton

CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA. — Advantage Capital has closed the financing for the second phase of Kindlewood, a $68 million affordable housing redevelopment and expansion project in Charlottesville. The development team, which broke ground on phase II last month, includes Piedmont Housing Alliance and National Housing Trust.  Phase II of Kindlewood will consist of 100 apartments, half of which are replacement units for existing residents. The rest will be new affordable housing units. The development team expects to deliver the second phase in fall 2026. The last tranche of financing was $9.6 …

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Lincoln Avenue Apartments in Buena Park, California
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C&C Development Breaks Ground on Affordable Housing Project Near Anaheim, California

by Channing Hamilton

BUENA PARK, CALIF. — C&C Development and Riverside Charitable Corp. have broken ground on Lincoln Avenue Apartments, an affordable housing project in Buena Park, roughly seven miles west of Anaheim, California. The project will comprise 54 apartments across four three-story buildings. The unit mix includes five residences for student families, 11 apartments for veterans and 13 permanent supportive housing units for families and individuals with special needs. Income restrictions were not disclosed. Units will range from approximately 500 to 900 square feet and will be both ADA-accessible and adaptable. The …

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Merchants Capital Provides $316 Million for Brooklyn Affordable Housing Development

by Channing Hamilton

NEW YORK CITY — Merchants Capital has provided $316 million in financing for the second phase of Alafia, a 634-unit affordable and supportive housing project located in the East New York neighborhood of Brooklyn. The borrower is a partnership between RiseBoro Community Partnership Inc., L+M Development Partners and Apex Building Group. The financing package consists of a $192.7 million construction loan, which Bank of America provided in conjunction with Merchants Capital, as well as $174.8 million in 4 percent Low-Income Housing Tax Credit equity. Additionally, Merchants Capital provided $48.7 million …

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