Atlanta approves millions for affordable housing development [Video]

ATLANTA — Officials announced that millions of dollars have been approved to help increase affordable housing across Atlanta. 

Atlanta Mayor Andre Dickens said the Invest Atlanta Board of Directors at its November 2024 meeting approved financing to create or preserve 218 affordable housing units. 

According to a release, the board’s actions are part of an ongoing commitment to address the city’s need for affordable housing and create more inclusive communities that cater to all residents. 

Mayor Dickens, who serves as the Invest Atlanta Board Chair, said he’s proud of the board’s continued progress and that Thursday’s actions will provide more single-family and multifamily options to residents. 

“Affordable housing is not a one-size-fits-all solution, so we need to ensure our investments meet people where they are — whether that is single residents, families or seniors,” …