Rutland wants to fix a common housing complaint

Rutland is facing a housing "log jam," leaving prospective homebuyers unable to find affordable, available housing. City leaders and advocacy groups are working to address the issue, in part by creating more affordable housing and encouraging developers to build in…

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City readies for TIF application

The Community and Economic Development Committee voted unanimously on Wednesday to recommend that the full Board of Aldermen sign a “letter of intention” to the Vermont Economic Progress Council to seek a tax increment financing designation. READ ARTICLE

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How Rutland is tackling the housing shortage

The Vermont Housing Finance Agency says the state needs to build between 24,000 and 36,000 new housing units over the next five years to meet demand. Rutland City is taking on the challenge, aiming to build 1,000 units by 2028.…

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