In a recent city council meeting, discussions centered on a proposal to facilitate affordable workforce housing through the acquisition of a vacant lot at 405 West One Lin. The property, which was previously home to a house that caught fire and was subsequently demolished, has a code enforcement lien totaling $21,998. The Housing Finance Corporation (HFC) has requested that the city council waive these liens to enable the development of a single-family home aimed at low to moderate-income residents.

The HFC board, led by President Ricky de la Garza, Vice President Jan Scott, and Treasurer Dr. Andrew Young, has authorized staff to seek this waiver as part of a broader initiative to address vacant and blighted lots throughout the city. The lot in question spans 0.19 acres and has a current value of $43,600. If the council approves the waiver, the HFC plans to maintain the property and issue a request for builders to develop the site.

The council unanimously passed the motion to adopt the proposal, marking a significant step towards increasing affordable housing options in the community. This initiative reflects ongoing efforts to tackle housing shortages and improve urban living conditions by repurposing underutilized land.