The Dominion Square affordable housing project in Fairfax County, Virginia, is getting a huge assist, thanks to a $55 million commitment from Amazon’s Housing Equity Fund.
The two high-rise apartment towers will bring over 500 new affordable housing units within walking distance of a Silver Line Metro stop in Tysons.
“In addition to that, this project will also include a 30,000-square-foot community center co-located on the property,” said Board of Supervisors Chair Jeff McKay. The housing will be available to residents earning up to 60% of the area’s median income.
“We believe it’s an investment in people, an investment in our economy, an investment in equity and opportunity,” added McKay. “And certainly, if you look at the work force challenges that everyone is facing and that we’re acutely aware of in Fairfax County, we know that availability of affordable housing is one of those challenges that people face when wanting to come here to fill those jobs.
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