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Across Michigan, communities are facing a shortage of housing supply and affordability issues. This is driven by the legacy of the industry being devastated by the Great Recession.

Costs are being driven up by supply unable to keep pace with demand and by a historical increase in the primary cost drivers (land, labor, materials), particularly in high-growth areas.

Restrictive or outdated zoning regulations and other regulatory obstacles can worsen outcomes, and communities lack the local tools to support the workforce housing that is most in demand.

SOURCE - MICHIGAN HOME BUILDERS ASSOCIATION

SOURCE - GRAND RAPIDS & KENT COUNTY HOUSING NEEDS ASSESSMENT

Maintaining costs, encouraging developments, and removing obstacles towards housing are essential for keeping our state affordable. Learn how our coalition has been working through legislative action in Lansing to support housing across the state.

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