Hatch Development News Today

Ames City Council members voted to reject a bid for a geothermal energy system on the Baker subdivision Tuesday after the bid exceeded the budget by nearly $1,404,866. Council members suggested exploring alternative energy-efficient methods like air-source heat pumps. The city’s plans for single-family housing remain unaffected. In March, the City Council approved plans for...

The new affordable housing development will add 44 rental units in Cedar Rapids with supportive services provided by Foundation 2. Some units are set aside for youth aging out of foster care to help set this vulnerable population up for success.

The affordable housing building also will provide services including financial management, education, job search and other assistance.

This one has been in the works for at least 5 years but is now moving forward with a new developer.

This one has been in the works for at least 5 years but is now moving forward with a new developer.

This one has been in the works for at least 5 years but is now moving forward with a new developer.

Dale Todd handily kept his seat representing District 3 on the Cedar Rapids City Council Tuesday, prevailing despite competition from newcomer Tamara Marcus.

Des Moines Register Des Moines-based developers are ready to jump on new state funding that helps drive down the cost of construction — and therefore, monthly rent — and make housing more affordable for the states workforce.  Six project managers are seeking to capitalize on additional funding allocated to the Iowa workforce housing tax credit program for new housing in Des Moines. Another is applying for funds in West Des Moines.  Gov. Kim Reynolds signed into law a sweeping tax bill...