affordable housing

Republican representatives in Nevada and Utah this week were successful in getting an amendment to sell public lands in federal budget legislation. In Nevada, the idea is already facing strong opposition.

Economic and environmental challenges could complicate the Trump administration’s proposal to create housing on public lands. A new analysis supports the idea, but says it is unlikely to solve the affordable housing crisis by itself.

Reno Mayor Hillary Schieve and White House officials visited several northern Nevada projects yesterday where American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds have been used, including an affordable housing project in downtown Reno.

Senator Jacky Rosen hosted a roundtable discussion on Feb. 21 with local leaders on her work to lower housing costs for families and prevent corporate price gouging.

The Reno-Sparks Indian Colony will build 22 new homes for low-income tribal members in Hungry Valley with a new grant from the federal government.

Reno City Council Ward 5 finalists discussed affordable housing during two meet and greets facilitated by the city this week. The seat was recently vacated by Neoma Jardon and an appointment for her replacement will be made on Wednesday.

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A new report shows Americans have more equity in their homes than ever, and some of the highest levels of equity-rich property owners are in the Mountain West.

The COVID-19 pandemic has strained supply chains and impacted businesses and consumers. KUNR’s Kennedy Vincent spoke to Brian Addington, a professor of logistics management at Truckee Meadows Community College, to find out why logistics companies are continuing to move to Reno and how that’s adding pressure to affordable housing challenges.