‘I can’t believe this transformation’: San Jose turned a homeless encampment into housing for 200 people — but who pays the bill? Here’s how the project may affect property taxes, home values

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Through back surgery, a stroke and heart attack, one San Jose couple has been making due without a home in which to recover. Now, thanks to interim housing built by the city, they’re able to move indoors, grateful for comforts they’ve not had in a decade.

“I’m glad we have a bathroom. It’s rough out there,” resident Charlotte told CBS News as she and partner Robert toured their unit…

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