affordable housing

Growing cost of homelessness

America’s modern homelessness crisis traces back to Reagan‑era cuts to housing, safety‑net programs, and mental health services, leaving cities like San Francisco and Los Angeles

Metro Council approves FY2027 budget prioritizing housing, affordability and employee pay

Metro Council approves Nashville’s FY2027 budget, with historic affordable housing funding, a 22% grocery tax cut and pay raises for Metro employees.

Mayor Freddie O’Connell releases progress story map, celebrates one year in office

Mayor O'Connell celebrates his first year in office with a story map detailing accomplishments such as improving transportation, securing housing projects, and raising the minimum

Nashville receives first-of-its-kind federal grant to remove obstacles to housing

Nashville will receive $5 million from the White House and HUD to enhance affordable housing efforts, including the creation of a Faith Based Development Institute.

Beacon launches interactive map showing impact of zoning on West Tennessee housing costs

The Beacon Center's latest Zoning Atlas reveals how West Tennessee's strict zoning regulations impact housing affordability. With insights on eight counties, including Memphis and Jackson,