Summary
38 new single-family homes near Milham Avenue, with 14 rented at about $2,009/month for families at 90% of area median income — well below the ~$3,900 market rate. The brownfield plan helps cover the gap between construction costs and affordable rents.
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Last discussed Apr 21, 2026.
Impact analysis
Up to about $5.8 million in tax capture over 20 years that would otherwise go to taxing jurisdictions.
Working families who need affordable single-family rentals, plus future residents getting trails and walking paths.
Local taxing jurisdictions forgo tax increment revenue during the capture period.
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