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WHEDA Introduces New Rural Workforce Housing Initiative
19 Aug 2020
Wisconsin
The shortage of affordable workforce housing in rural Wisconsin poses far-reaching challenges. Access to safe, affordable shelter is fundamental to the sustainability of our communities because housing provides a foundation for public health, economic well-being and environmental stewardship. If Wisconsin is to thrive, rural communities require effective tools and support to develop affordable workforce housing.
The causes of the affordable workforce housing shortage in rural Wisconsin are many and vary by community, requiring both technical and adaptive solutions. While some problems can be solved through a combination of funding and technical program changes, addressing other challenges will necessitate adaptive changes in community priorities, policies and practices.
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