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Discover the latest news and highlights from the Polk County Housing Trust Fund.

We won't let housing opportunity slip away

Greater Des Moines is capable of pulling off some pretty inspiring housing progress. We'll show you inside one inspiring new development.

Small housing changes add up to big opportunity

Coming October 27: We can improve housing opportunities in your neighborhood, and you might not ever even know it. Des Moines recently legal

It's time to close racial gaps in housing

People of color frequently experience worse housing outcomes in Greater Des Moines than the community as a whole. It's time to change that.

Housing is holding back Iowa's workforce

A recent survey shows business and economic development leaders think Iowa needs to change up our approach on housing.

Who's tackling the affordable housing crisis?

Thousands of Polk County residents are struggling to afford the place that they live. But what's being done about it?

PCHTF Seeks Director of Research & Planning

Update: Applications are now closed. The Polk County Housing Trust Fund is seeking a Director of Research and Planning to join our...