Columbus Expands Affordable Housing Funding

Columbus is rolling out another round of bond funding for affordable housing, making it easier for developers to access money than past rounds—this time targeting projects near transit, childcare, and jobs, especially for extremely low-income families. The city is prioritizing larger units, smaller multi-family builds, and repurposed buildings like old schools, offering flexibility to meet urgent local needs. Mayor Ginther emphasized local control and accountability, with all projects vetted by city attorney and auditor before City Council approval. This round is part of a broader four-point housing strategy including stability programs, land acquisition, and innovative construction models. An interactive map will soon track all funded developments, positioning Columbus as a national leader in municipal affordable housing—with transparency at the core. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/21f0782e3a7d51ed