Northern Illinois leaders search for affordable housing solutions in rural areas

OREGON, Ill. (WIFR) – A few townhomes face empty plots of land on Oregon’s east side.

Darin DeHaan, Oregon’s city manager, explains the goal for the area was a subdivision. Ten years later, it awaits the finishing touch of homes constructed on the land.

The city manager sees potential in the plots and elsewhere in Oregon as he strategizes housing solutions. Like most communities, he understands an affordable roof over heads is a dire need…

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