As 2015 comes to a close, we at APAH are struck by what an incredible year this has been! To all of our readers-our loyal supporters, partners, volunteers and community members interested in learning more about affordable housing- thank you! Our work is not possible without you. This year, this work includes:

The Springs Groundbreaking Celebration

Construction on The Springs Apartments in Ballston began in early 2015. We celebrated the groundbreaking in March and look forward to the opening in fall 2016. The 104-unit property will feature onsite resident services and house APAH's new headquarters.

 

In February, the Arlington County Board unanimously approved Columbia Hills Apartments, which will add 229 affordable homes in 2018. Just this month, the County Board approved Gilliam Place, an additional 173 affordable homes and community space. Thank you to the County Board, community supporters and all who helped make these plans a reality.

 

Thanks to donors and volunteers, we were able to expand opportunities and increase stability for our residents. This year, nearly 800 residents received support services such as eviction prevention and referrals. Over 1,500 residents attended at least one group program, and APAH residents received $386,960 of material donations through programs and group services.

After a three-year study and outreach process, the Affordable Housing Master Plan and Implementation Framework were unanimously adopted by the Arlington County Board in September. The Plan provides a vision and strategies to ensure that we can meet the needs of current and future residents of all income levels. APAH will honor the goals and vision of this Plan in 2016 and years to come.

 

Our work would not be possible without caring community members like you who are committed to keeping Arlington diverse and inclusive. Thank you, and I look forward to all we will accomplish together in 2016!