Rural Workforce Housing Grant to Boost Affordable Housing in North Dakota
14 Nov 2023
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The North Dakota Department of Commerce is excited to announce a new grant opportunity for rural communities and organizations that want to increase the availability and affordability of housing for their workforce. The Rural Workforce Housing Grant portal will open on November 20, 2023, and will accept applications until January 8, 2024.
The grant program is part of Commerce’s mission to attract, retain, and expand wealth while enhancing the quality of life for the people of North Dakota. It aims to address the housing challenges faced by many rural areas, such as limited supply, high costs, and low quality.
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