The Village of DeForest has officially launched its new affordable housing program, HomeReach DeForest, after the village board unanimously approved it on Tuesday, March 17.
The program is split into two parts: the Affordable Housing Development Fund and the Home Improvement and Downpayment Assistance Fund.
“HomeReach DeForest is about making sure our community remains accessible and livable for a wide range of residents,” DeForest Community Development Director Alex Allon said. “This program allows us to support both new housing development and the people who already call DeForest home.”...
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Leo's notes: this is a strong example of using TIF not just for projects, but as a sustained housing ecosystem tool — supporting both supply and stability. For growing communities like DeForest, balancing new development with resident retention will be critical to maintaining long-term affordability and community continuity.
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