The City of Atlanta will mark a week in February as “Affordable Housing Week,” with the launch of a new program for permitting affordable housing projects.
According to the office of Mayor Andre Dickens, “Affordable Housing Week” will run from Feb. 12 to Feb. 16 along with the launch of the city’s new Welcome H.O.ME. program, or “Housing Opportunity Moves for Everyone.”
Officials said the week will help developers, builders, architects, nonprofits and residents with information about Atlanta’s efforts to meet the “ever-increasing demand for affordable housing in Atlanta.”
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While multiple developments may qualify, city officials also have a list of projects that will not, including anything that: