Since the start of this year, five affordable housing projects have broken ground or opened their doors with funding from King County. The developments will create 841 units of new affordable housing for seniors, veterans, and people living with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families. 

“King County is focused on building as many affordable homes as we can to drive down costs and make sure everyone — no matter their income or zip code — has a place to call home,” said Executive Shannon Braddock. “As a region, we remain committed to tackling the housing crisis head-on as quickly as possible.”

The King County Department of Community and Human Services provided financial support for the new homes through its Housing and Community Development division’s Housing Finance Program. Read more.