Affordable Housing

As faith organizations across the city watch their congregations dwindle, some are wondering if their property could be used to realize a core mission: providing for those in need. It’s a trend some have termed “Yes in God’s Backyard.”

Just over half of renters in the Austin area spent more than 30% of their income on rent and utilities, according to a new analysis of census data by Harvard University.

Using millions of dollars from a voter-approved bond, the city bought roughly 60 acres of land with the goal of putting affordable housing on it. What's the hold up?

In addition to the donation, H-E-B has announced new stores planned in East Austin, with a Manor store slated to open next year.

Ekos City Heights includes 179 income-restricted apartments for people 55 and older. Ten of the units are designated for people who had been homeless.

From what can be built in a given neighborhood to solutions to growing homelessness, housing policies are largely governed by local elected officials.

Last month, the candidates met for a debate hosted by the UT Austin LBJ School of Public Affairs and KLRU, Austin’s PBS station. Moderators asked two questions about housing, arguably one of the most important issues in the campaign.

KUT's housing reporter, Audrey McGlinchy, wants your stories. She may reach out to you to learn more.

The City of Austin is buying the former Tokyo Electron campus to build 1,100 units — some of which will be affordable — with access to future public transit.

The tenants union, launched Sunday, is intended to help students handle issues common to many renters in the city, such as escalating rents and delayed repairs. It plans to hold biweekly meetings and advocate for more affordable and accessible housing.