Developer says Grand Rapids housing study 'not based on history, facts or common sense'

United States. Local and federal actors announced actions this week to address housing shortages across multiple cities. In Grand Rapids a developer challenged a regional 2025 housing assessment after a Nov. 21 letter; Charleston leaders considered a $17.5 million TIF-backed land purchase for affordable units; Bay City moved public housing into a nonprofit and shifted vouchers; New York opinion pieces urged multigenerational affordable builds; Lexington broke ground on a mixed-income complex opening in 2026; a California congressman introduced legislation to redirect federal immigration funds toward housing affordability. Officials highlighted local vacancy rates. Based on 6 articles reviewed and supporting research.