Over 50 permits to build accessory dwelling units, like a “mother-in-law” cottage or a basement apartment, have been filed so far this year. It’s twice as many as last year, and city planners say it’s something that will chip away at Salem’s housing needs. Officials hope to make the option more accessible with new ready-build plans.
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Oregon eviction filings above pre-pandemic levels; advocates say more state aid needed
The $88 million lawmakers set aside this spring for rental assistance is on pace to run out by next summer, advocates said.
Affordable development with 120 new apartments planned for northeast Salem
Developers say a new Salem housing project will have up to 500 residents. The unique partnership with Seed of Faith Ministries is intended to prevent property management companies from discriminating against Black residents.
Building more homes is Kotek’s top priority for 2024 Oregon legislative session
The state spent hundreds of millions this year to get more homeless Oregonians into shelter.
Oregon rent increases will be capped at 10% in 2024
Oregon landlords subject to the state’s rent control law can raise rent at most 10% in 2024.
United Way breaks ground on affordable cottages for seniors
A development across the street from Swegle Elementary School will give seniors a place to live for $500 per month. The first homes are expected to open in May 2024.
Kotek announces details of $26 million to 26 rural counties to fight homelessness
Another slice of the more than $200 million allocated by the Legislature this session for homelessness is headed toward rural counties in Oregon. Gov. Tina Kotek announced Tuesday that 26 rural counties will receive a total of $26 million to get people off the street, out of their cars and[Read More…]
Kotek’s housing council wants to make expanding cities easier, a tough sell in Salem
Members of a governor-appointed council say Oregon needs to temporarily loosen its land-use laws to meet Gov. Tina Kotek’s goal of building 36,000 homes per year – an idea that’s proved to be one of the more divisive proposals to address the state’s housing crisis. Over the past few months,[Read More…]
“A fighting chance”: Salem on track to have 1,000 shelter beds this year
Salem has tripled the number of emergency shelter beds in the past five years amid growing concerns from citizens and city leaders about homelessness. But high housing costs, drug abuse and temporary funding remain challenges to tackling the problem.
A guide to Salem’s expanding homeless shelters
Since 2018, Salem nonprofits and the city have worked to more than triple the number of shelter beds available for homeless residents. Here’s a look at what’s available.
