Madison, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services (DSPS) is recognizing Affordable Housing Week (May 12-16) by travelling the state to host collaborative conversations on ways the department’s work regarding building codes could potentially lead to an increase in affordable housing development in Wisconsin.
DSPS Secretary Dan Hereth will visit multiple affordable housing facilities, engaging developers, architects, and other key stakeholders.
“We want to start conversations about the current code and any potential
code updates that might lead to more affordable housing, a priority for
the Evers Administration, without compromising safety,” said Secretary
Hereth. “As Wisconsin’s safety agency, we want to help ensure all
Wisconsinites have access to safe and affordable housing...
Leo`s notes: Refreshing to see DSPS take real action to modernize outdated building codes that have long inflated housing costs. By actively removing regulatory barriers and collaborating with key agencies, Wisconsin is finally aligning policy with the urgent need for more affordable homes...
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