The city of Palm Beach County has teamed up with Village of Valor LTD to kick off a new project aimed at providing affordable housing to veterans and their families. The development, known as the Village of Valor, was officially inaugurated with a groundbreaking ceremony, marking the start of construction on a community designed to offer not only a roof overhead but also resources and support tailor-made for those who’ve served our nation.
With a substantial investment from the county, totaling $4.3 million of Housing Bond Loan funds and an additional $2 million from the Neighborhood Stabilization Program funds, the Village of Valor is a notable effort to directly tackle the issue of accessible and affordable housing. The development is slated to consist of two mid-rise buildings featuring 54 units, designed to appeal to households earning between 30% and 80% of the Area Median Income (AMI). A statement obtained by Palm Beach County Newsroom highlighted the broad range of amenities that will be available, including a pool and basketball courts.
More than just providing affordable housing, the Village of Valor is designed to be a sustainable living space for the long term. Each unit will be equipped with modern Energy Star appliances, and the project aims to achieve the National Green Building Standards Gold Certification, ensuring a light footprint on the environment…