Breakfast links: HUD looks into whether DC landlords charge too much for voucher units
An apartment building on 14th Street NW by Rex Block used with permission.
HUD investigating DC landlords for charging voucher-holders more than market-rate rent
After finding in 2022 that the DC Housing Authority failed to ensure that it did not pay landlords more than market rate for vouchers, now the US Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) is investigating DC landlords themselves. Under federal rules, landlords are required to verify that the rents they are charging low-income voucher-holders are in line with market-rate rents for similar units. (This article may be behind a paywall.) (Steve Thompson / Post)
Virginia trade in the works: Metro funding for a stadium authority
Two Virginia legislators have filed bills to create the stadium authority Governor Youngkin needs to bring the Capitals and Wizards to Alexandria. In return, Governor Youngkin is promising “a solution to WMATA’s short-term funding needs,” although no dollar amount has been specified. While no firm commitments are in place, it appears that the Democratic assembly leadership and Republican governor are making their way toward a compromise. (This article may be behind a paywall.) (Post)
Small business owners express top concerns about Potomac Yard stadium project to Monumental
Small business owners who are located near the proposed new Potomac Yard entertainment district and stadium met with representatives from Monumental Sports & Entertainment to express their top concerns, which include transportation and traffic, as well as the need to ensure any economic benefits of the development extend into the surrounding community in the form of increased customers for small businesses. (Mike Murillo / WTOP)
Prince George’s County exploring ways to boost supply of transit-oriented housing
The county’s 10-year-old Plan 2035 called for most new housing to be located inside the Beltway, near transit, or near town centers, but the county is falling short of those goals. The Planning Department is floating recommendations like streamlined processes and density bonuses to encourage growth in target areas, while increasing the costs of development outside those areas. (John Domen / WTOP)
Virginia Senator introduces bill to ease restrictions on ADUs in residential areas
Virginia State Senator Saddam Salim (D-37) has introduced legislation to require localities to allow Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) in residential areas, in a move that would, if passed, override local zoning. The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors Chair Jeff McKay and some citizens have expressed opposition to the preempting of local authority. (Angela Woolsey / FFXNow)
152 affordable apartment homes proposed in Rockville
The proposed development, which is still in its early stages, would have 152 one- to four-bedroom apartments affordable for households earning between 30% and 80% of median family income, and would be financed by Low Income Housing Tax Credits, as well as other sources. The proposal would invole taking down an existing building on the site. (Elia Griffin / MoCo360)
23-unit apartment building on cusp of approval in Cleveland Park Historic District
The DC Historic Preservation Office has recommended approval of a new 23-unit apartment building at 3427 Wisconsin Avenue NW. The development first appeared in planning documents three years ago, and has been through several sets of revisions to align with the requests of historic preservation officials. The project will involve moving houses currently on the site. Apartments will have two to three bedrooms each. (Urban Turf)
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