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Lawrence news September 5, 2023 - 10:09 pm

Lawrence City Commission gives initial approval to tax breaks for affordable housing project for people ages 55-plus

by Mackenzie Clark

Lawrence city commissioners on Tuesday said a developer’s request for tax incentives to build affordable housing for people ages 55 and up in downtown Lawrence aligned well with the city’s goals.

August Rudisell/Lawrence Times
Lawrence news September 4, 2023 - 12:53 pm

Developer seeks tax breaks for downtown Lawrence affordable housing project for people ages 55-plus

by Mackenzie Clark

The Lawrence City Commission on Tuesday will consider a developer’s request for tax breaks to build 48 affordable units for people ages 55 and up in downtown Lawrence.

Mackenzie Clark / The Lawrence Times
Crime & Courts August 30, 2023 - 5:42 pm

Douglas County District Court selected for eviction diversion initiative

by Lawrence Times

Douglas County District Court has received a grant that will help it implement new strategies and alternatives to the traditional eviction track with the goal of improving housing stability.

Mackenzie Clark/Lawrence Times
Lawrence news August 24, 2023 - 11:59 pm

Brook Creek neighbors concerned about proposed 528-unit apartment complex

by Mackenzie Clark

About 40 people showed up Thursday to voice their concerns about a developer’s plans to build a 1,000-plus bedroom, three-story apartment complex near 15th Street and Lindenwood Lane in eastern Lawrence.

Lawrence news August 15, 2023 - 10:15 pm

Lawrence City Commission approves requests to allow west Lawrence housing development

by Mackenzie Clark

Lawrence city commissioners on Tuesday approved requests to rezone property, change lot size requirements and more to allow a developer to build 14 single-family homes on the west side of town.

Molly Adams / Lawrence Times
Lawrence news July 19, 2023 - 5:45 am

Lawrence city commissioners approve plan to change lots, build duplex in Oread neighborhood

by Mackenzie Clark

Going against the recommendation of the Historic Resources Commission, Lawrence city commissioners on Tuesday approved a plan to change lot lines and build a duplex in the Oread neighborhood.

Lawrence news July 18, 2023 - 7:11 pm

City of Lawrence hires homeless programs coordinator, communications specialist

by Lawrence Times

The City of Lawrence has hired a homeless programs coordinator after searching for a replacement for more than six months. 

Lawrence news July 17, 2023 - 3:52 pm

Lawrence City Commission to consider allowing lot to be split to build duplex in Oread neighborhood

by Mackenzie Clark

Lawrence city commissioners on Tuesday will consider an appeal of a board’s decision not to allow a lot in the Oread neighborhood to be split in order to build a duplex.

August Rudisell/Lawrence Times
Lawrence news July 12, 2023 - 1:49 pm

Funds available for affordable housing projects in Lawrence

by Lawrence Times

The City of Lawrence is now accepting applications for funding from the affordable housing trust fund.

Molly Adams / Lawrence Times
Lawrence news July 11, 2023 - 11:47 pm

Lawrence City Commission approves $1.2M for Tenants to Homeowners to purchase land near Holcom Park

by Mackenzie Clark

Lawrence city commissioners on Tuesday agreed to a $1.2 million expense to help Tenants to Homeowners acquire land near Holcom Park to potentially build workforce housing.

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