Reply #23: Yep, emphasis on FEW.

[tosh]

I first read about this in a mag that focuses on sustainable architecture. My first reaction was excitement but while reading, my disappointment grew over the relatively small number of units for the overall cost of the project. Still, though, I think this particular "project" is anti-paternalistic as it is set up to be "bridge" housing. It offers several kinds of support for residents, on-site, that are ignored in other housing solutions I've seen.

It caught my eye because it is for individuals - not families - and it is housing that a resident can be proud of. This is an area that needs help in my region. Here, families have a higher priority on the low-income/subsidized housing lists - as perhaps they should - but many singles/individuals end up fending for themselves in the land of the slum-lords. (Slum ==> in the strongest sense of the word!)

Also note: These benefactors seem to be good folks. This is just one of the projects they've financed. They all seem to be well thought-out.

edited for spelling (new, stiff keyboard)

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