A major barrier to creating new housing is finding well-located, level sites that are properly zoned, connected to infrastructure, and near services. Many of the best undeveloped sites remain idle because they are zoned for retail or office, or require housing over commercial. Ground-floor retail adds considerable cost, while the space often commands low rents or sits vacant. Some zoning maps, drawn decades ago and due for updates, still reserve parcels for retail in location

Every community depends on its workforce — teachers, nurses, first responders, and service professionals. Yet, for many, finding a quality home near their workplace has become nearly impossible. Our Recent Acquisition: Fruitland Meadow Earlier this month, we acquired Fruitland Meadow in partnership with Enterprise Community Investment, Inc. . This 168-unit community, located in Salem, OR, was built in 2018. This acquisition preserves affordable homes for families and individu