Frequently Asked Questions

Who are the Community Members who will live in Affordable Housing?  

Our community members are seniors and essential workers who support their families and are being priced out of our very expensive rental market.  They are preschool teachers; eldercare and home health workers; city-wide support staff who work in our schools, hospital and medical offices; social service and civic organization workers, some of our own city staff and life guards; and our clerks and office workers who maintain our vibrant local businesses, shops and restaurants; as well as our respected artists who have dramatically impacted the economical and spiritual life of our city.  These community members are our children, parents, grandparents, friends and co-workers.  We all know these individuals   They are us. 

How Much Will the Affordable Housing Cost to Rent? 

Affordable apartments with government rent restrictions usually have several different income levels and rent levels.  The income and rents change annually, based on a federal formula linked to the area typical or average median income.   For one common income level, called "50% of AMI" in order to qualify in 2023, the household (including seniors) will need to earn no more than $48,250/year (approximately $23/hour) for a family size of one.  The maximum income for that level then increases, as the family size increases; for instance, for a family of four to qualify, the maximum income is $68,900.  The rents for this income level in 2023 are around $1,168 for a one bedroom, $1,314 for a two bedroom and $1,460 for a three bedroom.