San Marcos selected for equitable housing solutions initiative
San Marcos was selected to join the Housing Solutions Lab Network, an initiative that helps address housing challenges and develop equitable solutions.
MacKenzie Scott announces nearly $4B in donations, including $275M to Planned Parenthood
Billionaire philanthropist MacKenzie Scott revealed that she has donated nearly $4 billion to 465 nonprofits according to a blog post Wednesday, confirming the gifts that the groups have been announcing on their own for months.
Property tax values hit historic levels in Williamson County
It's no secret the price for a home in the Austin area has dramatically increased. The price jump has even caused some sticker shock at the Williamson County Appraisal District.
Travis County pauses applications for rent, mortgage assistance
Travis County says it received about 4,700 applications for rent and mortgage assistance since opening the program on March 1.
First-time homebuyer? Real estate experts offer advice in crazy market
How can first-time homebuyers navigate the homebuying process without becoming burned out, deflated or giving up altogether? Real estate experts weigh in.
Will renters see relief, lower rent payments in 2022? Experts weigh in
Could renters see some relief in the coming months amid the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic? Will prices finally come down? Experts explain.
Glass art up for auction to help build housing community in Georgetown
Salado Glassworks is auctioning off glass art to help build a housing community for adults with special needs in Georgetown.
Rent prices for Austin area apartments, homes surges
According to a report, Austin is one of 10 cities to have one of the largest rent increases for a one-bedroom apartment, ranking in at number five with a 45.1% increase.
Austin home builders struggling to keep up with demand of housing
While it's getting tougher to find housing in Austin, home builders are struggling to keep up with demand.
No more funds available in Travis County's emergency rent assistance program
Families still needing rental assistance can contact Texas 211, a free 24/7 social service hotline.
City-owned hotel to be renovated into housing for the homeless
The new apartment community will comprise 60 fully furnished studio apartments, resident common spaces, and dedicated offices for delivery of social services.
Tenants’ rights resolutions will be heard at Austin City Council this week
Austin City Council members joined advocates and renters for a press conference announcing tenants’ rights resolutions being heard at council this Thursday.
Residents in North Austin have been without water for over a week
Chris Murray is a resident of the Falls on Bull Creek Apartments in Northwest Austin. He says he has been living without running water for nine days.
Resident in West Campus hasn't had hot water, gas for almost a month
To say this resident is frustrated would be an understatement. This person lives in these apartments behind me and hasn't taken a hot shower in her own apartment in almost a month.
Lawsuit settled after Oklahoma woman, daughter allegedly denied housing due to race
The U.S. Department of Justice said a Black mother and daughter were denied housing in Lone Wolf, Oklahoma, due to their race.
Nonprofits can apply for loans for land, affordable housing construction
The City of Austin has opened applications for nonprofits needing loans to acquire property and increase the supply of affordable housing in the area.
Eviction protections for Travis County renters due to COVID-19 pandemic extended
The order from Judge Nick Chu, Travis County Justice of the Peace, Pct. 5, will require trials regarding evictions for unpaid rent to be paused for 30 days.
FOX 7 Discussion: Musicians struggling with rising housing prices
The City of Austin recently determined that there is a need to build at least 135,000 additional housing units over the next decade. Mayor Pro-Tem Natasha Harper Madison joins Mike Warren to explain.
Families able to return to Rosemont at Oak Valley following winter storm
Relocation specialists are diligently working with residents to ensure a seamless and expeditious return to their units, according to the Housing Authority of Travis County.
Austin “is facing an unprecedented housing crisis,” city council says
The City of Austin needs at least 135,000 additional housing units in the city over the next decade to meet housing needs, according to a resolution.