Affordable Housing

For far too long our District has been plagued with several issues over the years, with electricity, water, and other utilities and high property taxes and they continue to ignore these issues. 

As your state representative, I will provide the basic human living conditions for every Atlanta and Georgia.  Across Georgia, too many families are spending more than 30% of their income on housing the affordability standard set by the Georgia Department of Community Affairs.

Rising property taxes, stagnant wages, and limited voucher acceptance have widened the gap between supply and demand. I know housing stability strengthens public safety, education, and economic growth. My plan focuses on practical, fiscally responsible solutions:

1. Incentivize Participation

Provide property tax reductions for owners who accept housing vouchers.

Offer preferential ad valorem tax treatment for developments with affordable units.

Encourage inclusionary zoning and density bonuses for mixed-income housing.

2. Increase Housing Supply

Leverage Workforce Housing Funds and Housing Opportunity Bonds.

Partner with nonprofits and local governments to build near jobs, schools, and transportation.

3. Preserve & Protect

Support public-private partnerships to rehabilitate existing affordable housing.

Expand rapid rehousing and family shelter programs to address hidden homelessness.

4. Reinvest for Results

Implement a tiered tax structure where high-rent, non-participating properties contribute to affordable housing and homelessness services.

Housing affordability is not just a housing issue it’s a workforce, public safety, and economic issue. With smart policy and bipartisan leadership, we can ensure safe, stable, and affordable homes for Georgia families.

Safe Homes. Strong Families. Stronger Georgia.