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Housing crisis and solution

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Do you have specific Neighborhood(s) in mind?

In the riverfront areas of the Bronx.

Which group(s) does your idea focus on? Select as many as apply.

Public Housing Residents

Describe the challenge you want to address:

Affordable rental housing is not available.
People with low or modest incomes cannot afford to live with their families in the Bronx.
75% of income goes toward rent.
Managing household expenses with the remaining 25% is nearly impossible.

What is the solution to the challenge?

Provide free or low-cost housing.
Offer financial assistance to low-income families.
Construct a sufficient number of new residential buildings.

Please provide your Zip Code

10462

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