Metropolitan Council staff present expanded Housing Choice mobility program; 6 West Allis placements reported Metropolitan Council staff described an expanded housing mobility program that enrolls families with vouchers to move to higher-opportunity areas, reporting 107 enrolled since Oct 2024 and 18 placements in the last year (six in West Allis); staff outlined landlord incentives and follow-up supports.

The Metropolitan Council is transforming lives with its unique Housing Choice mobility program, helping low-income families escape high-poverty areas for brighter futures.

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Consultant: West Allis could absorb roughly 1,300 new rental units over 10 years A draft housing market study presented to the West Allis Community Development Authority found strong demand for market-rate rental housing and a modest opportunity for for-sale product; the consultant estimated about 1,300 additional rental units and recommended a studio/one-bedroom-heavy unit mix and targeted redevelopment parcels.

West Allis is poised for growth, with a new study revealing the potential for 1,300 market-rate rental units over the next decade—could this be the next hot spot for renters?

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West Allis holds public hearing on sale of former Saint Al's property City discusses potential sale of land for 50 apartment units and mid-rise development.

West Allis is on the brink of transforming a neglected site into a vibrant community hub with plans for 100 new apartments!

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Milwaukee developers plan affordable apartment complex with 144 units on Greenfield site Developers aim to acquire Greenfield site for 144-unit apartment redevelopment starting in 2025.

A transformative redevelopment project in West Allis is set to bring 144 new housing units to the community, blending modern living with neighborhood charm.

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Housing Authority approves $110K contract with Lutheran Services for self-sufficiency program The Housing Authority seeks contract approval to enhance family self-sufficiency in Section 8 program.

The Community Development Authority is poised to approve a $110K contract aimed at empowering families in West Allis to achieve self-sufficiency through innovative support programs.

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