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These 54 southwest Idaho nonprofits will benefit from record fundraising effort
Avenues for Hope set a record by raising $6.1 million for housing nonprofits in southwest Idaho, boosting homelessness prevention and affordable housing efforts.
Affordable housing policy available in Idaho as legislative session starts
Idaho lawmakers are weighing a state tax credit to boost affordable housing, inspired by a North Idaho project that keeps homes attainable for workers.
ICCU and LEAP partner for affordable homeownership solutions
A $5M partnership between ICCU and LEAP Housing brings deed-restricted workforce homes to Mountain Home, creating income-matched ownership at Falcons Landing.
Free training for workforce housing available to Idaho communities
LEAP Housing’s free Workforce Housing 101 course helps Idaho communities address the state’s housing shortage and support a stronger local economy.
Affordable housing development breaks ground in Boise
Dorado Station Apartments will add 212 new units to Boise’s West Bench by 2027, expanding affordable housing through public-private partnerships.
COMPASS event to focus on housing and transportation
COMPASS hosts talks Sept. 24–25 on Utah’s strategies for housing and transportation, offering insights to help address Idaho’s challenges
Additional fees could impact renters’ abilities to afford housing; Idaho leaders say reform is needed
Rabe also referenced a statistic from the United Way of Idaho that indicates that statewide, 30% of the Gem State’s population is comprised of renters, with most paying a “disproportionate amount of their income” towards rent.
Exploring tiny homes and how they’re being used in Idaho
There was a deep interest from residents for both ADUs and tiny homes on wheels (THOW), both of which were lower-cost housing options.
Agencies work on future of affordable housing in Idaho
According to the U.S. Census Bureau, Idaho has been one of the fastest-growing states in the country and as of July 2024, there are more than 2 million residents who call the Gem State home.
