Affordable Housing

Finding a place to live in Northern Michigan can feel like an impossible task. But several developments in Emmet County are slated to add dozens of homes over the next few years.

Speakers included figureheads in education, environment, state and local governments, and tourism.

Some in the local tourism industry are tossing around the idea that short-term rentals, such as those booked through Airbnb, collect room fees and use the money to pay for affordable housing.

They're rallying behind the volunteer advocacy group, “Housing Yes Charlevoix,” which is focused on bringing better housing solutions to the area.

Construction workers took a break while Traverse City leaders toured what will soon be a four story affordable housing complex overlooking the Boardman River.

In Bellaire, Interlochen and Acme Township, employers are buying or building new housing for their workforce.

Governor Gretchen Whitmer is calling on Republicans in the Legislature to approve using American Rescue Plan funds for affordable housing projects.

Like many resort towns in northern Michigan, Charlevoix has struggled to build a strong year-round community ever since landlords saw the money to be made…

Traverse City commissioners unanimously approved restrictions on vacation home rentals in some parts of the city Monday night. Areas zoned C-1…