West Michigan needs to add 50,378 additional homes by 2030 to meet demand, according to Housing Next, a regional partnership serving Kent and Ottawa counties.
OTTAWA COUNTY — The starter homes of Ottawa County have become a thing of the past, replaced by sprawling subdivisions of 2,500-square-foot residences and luxury rentals, leaving a gaping void for young professionals and downsizing seniors.
Now, as the county assesses its housing needs over the next five years, some initiatives are in the works to create more options for residents…