affordable housing

What will be done with an Ann Arbor parcel that’s been the subject of years of legal disputes is near a resolution. WEMU’s Kevin Meerschaert reports.

The City of Ann Arbor has been working toward an equitable vision for the city’s future. This includes affordable housing, carbon neutrality and neighborhood resilience projects, in addition to embracing values that reflect the city’s commitment to human rights. WEMU’s Caroline MacGregor talked to Ann Arbor Mayor Christopher Taylor, who takes a look back at his time in office over the past year while offering a glimpse into the city’s future projects and aspirations as we enter 2026.

Washtenaw County’s Avalon Housing is looking forward to a productive 2026. As WEMU’s Kevin Meerschaert reports, the organization has several projects ongoing.

The Michigan State Housing Development Grant Authority has awarded over $1.2 million in tax credits to Avalon Housing. The credit will go towards Phase 3 of the Hickory Way Apartments in Ann Arbor. WEMU’s Kevin Meerschaert reports.

Alpha House East is now open and providing shelter to the unhoused. The majority are Black women who are heads of households. WEMU's David Fair talked with Shonagh Taruza, the executive director of the Interfaith Hospitality Network at Alpha House, about housing insecurity, homelessness and the systems that make it difficult to improve the situation.

The Michigan Legislature adjourned Thursday for the year, capping a session where a politically divided House and Senate often struggled to reach deals. We have more from Rick Pluta.

Avalon Housing has weathered federal budget cuts in 2025, still built new affordable housing developments and has big plans on the horizon. WEMU’s Ana Longoria has the story.

A major Ann Arbor affordable housing project gets a boost at tonight’s City Council meeting. WEMU’s Kevin Meerschaert reports.

The Michigan Senate voted Tuesday to expand a program to repurpose land that’s not being used anymore—like old factories or office buildings. Colin Jackson has more

A rezoning for a 14-story residential building in Ann Arbor is on its way to the City Council. WEMU’s Kevin Meerschaert reports.