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Two Homes in Parksley Showcase Housing Innovation
Virginia Housing's Innovation Grant funded two homes in Parksley that used cutting edge construction technology to make the Eastern Shore more affordable.
Virginia Housing Boosts First Generation Homeownership
Qualified borrowers can now use Virginia Housing’s FirstHome Dream to become the first homeowner in their family.
Projects Receive Workforce Housing Investment Program Funding
Virginia Housing announced 14 communities to receive funding through the Workforce Housing Investment Program. These investments will support 14 projects that will develop housing that is in close proximity to new or expanding businesses for people making between 80-120% of the Area Median Income.
Innovative Approach Pairs Tax Credits & Manufactured Homes
Nearly 50 affordable manufactured homes are filling vacant lots in Petersburg. The development marks a first for the Low-Income Housing Tax Credit.
First-Time Homebuying Success in Fredericksburg
Purchasing a home is a dream for so many across the Commonwealth. It’s a path to stability, flexibility and generational wealth. At Virginia Housing, we offer a variety of loans for first-time homebuyers to help make owning a home more affordable, including low-interest loans and down payment assistance grants for those who qualify.
Virginia’s First Comprehensive Zoning Map is Now Available
The Virginia Zoning Atlas provides a visualization of zoning codes from 321 jurisdictions, allowing users to zoom from the national level down to specific cities and counties in Virginia. From there, you can find information on what type of housing is allowed, lot size and parking minimums, protected land and flood zones, transit access and more.