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The Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) program is the primary policy and financial tool for building affordable housing for people with low incomes in the United States. Instead of the federal government paying the full cost of construction directly, it creates tax credits for affordable housing developers that they can then use to attract investors.

For 50 years, Community Roots Housing has worked to create and preserve affordable homes across Seattle and White Center. What began as a neighborhood response to redlining and disinvestment has grown into a long-term commitment to housing stability, community resilience, and equitable development. Throughout the decades, the organization continues to use every available tool to

Looking for an affordable apartment in Seattle? Community Roots Housing is hosting an Affordable Housing Open House where you can learn more about available apartments, ask questions, and apply in person. Drop in anytime from 4–8 p.m. on Thursday, June 11. No appointment necessary. No application fees. Affordable Housing Open House WHEN Thursday, June 11

The PDA Board and Committee meetings will continue to occur electronically for the foreseeable future, and we will post the Zoom meeting information on our website under the News & Stories section here. Below is the meeting information for our upcoming meetings.   Board of Directors, Executive Committee, and Individual Board Committee Meeting Dates for

On April 21, 2026, Copperleaf Northgate held its grand opening, delivering 232 affordable apartments steps from one of the nation’s largest and newly expanded transit systems — now connecting residents not only to Seattle but also to the Eastside. Jointly developed and owned by BRIDGE Housing and Community Roots Housing, the seven-story Copperleaf community is

Preservation is important because it prevents the loss of affordable housing stock over time, which is essential to addressing the housing crisis. What is the preservation of affordable housing? Affordable housing preservation means managing buildings to ensure they remain safe and affordable for the people who call them home. There are two ways affordable housing

Fifty years ago, Community Roots Housing began with a simple idea — to help our neighbors stay rooted in their homes. What began in 1976 as the Stevens Neighborhood Improvement Program (SNIP) has grown into a commitment to confront inequity by creating affordable housing. As part of our anniversary, we are revisiting and sharing some

In Washington, public development authorities are unique, independent organizations legally separate from local governments. They are not private, for-profit companies; however, they are equipped to carry out public objectives with a degree of freedom akin to private corporations or nonprofits. A public development authority is a “public corporation” created to address a community’s needs. The

Building a more affordable Seattle since 1976 This year, Community Roots Housing celebrates 50 years. What began as a small grassroots program supporting neighbors and offering them free tools to repair their homes has grown — half a century later — into a commitment to confront inequity by creating affordable housing. Community Roots now serves

2025 was a transformative year for Community Roots Housing. From the appointment of Colleen Echohawk as the new CEO, to breaking ground on developments, to preserving historic housing, and keeping residents housed through emergency rental assistance, here are five highlights that defined the year.   1) Breaking ground on Constellation Center and Constellation Apartments In