MattersHousingFirst seen Mar 31, 2026
Habitat for Humanity Irwin Road homes
Habitat for Humanity proposed 16 townhomes with two to four bedrooms at 2941 Irwin Road for families with low to moderate incomes. The group requested up to $284,724 from the Affordable Housing Reserve Fund to help buyers with down payments.
Where it stands: Committee directed a staff report on the reserve fund Mar 31, 2026; funding request remains unresolved.
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March 31, 2026· Advisory Committee
Habitat requested reserve funding for 16 attainable homes
Habitat for Humanity requested per-door funding equivalent to the maximum down payment assistance (up to 16 units) from the Affordable Housing Reserve Fund.
Discussion
Committee and public asked clarifying questions about program eligibility, timeline, taxation/assessment, and local prioritization; staff provided context about the reserve fund and forthcoming housing strategy. Committee voted to recommend a staff report summarizing the history and expenditures of the Affordable Housing Reserve Fund to help inform any future funding decisions.
Decision: Directed staff to prepare a report on the Affordable Housing Reserve Fund history and expenditures.
Passed 7–0