Leckey Gardens Affordable Housing Development
Summary
A proposal to replace 40 aging garden apartments at 2031 N. Woodrow St. with an 11-story building housing 249 committed affordable units. While housing advocates and commissions praise the large increase in family-sized affordable homes, neighborhood residents raised concerns regarding building height, tree canopy loss, and parking constraints.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 2
- Last 30 days
- 0
Last discussed Feb 24, 2026.
Impact analysis
Represents a major multi-million dollar affordable housing investment delivering 249 committed affordable units.
Low- and moderate-income families seeking affordable housing, teachers, service workers, and local employers.
Nearby residents concerned about increased neighborhood density, traffic, and loss of mature tree canopy.
Mentions & discussions (2)
County Board Recessed Meeting — February 24, 2026
Approval of comprehensive land use changes and site plans to build 249 new affordable housing units at 2031 North Woodrow Street.
County Board (Regular) — February 21, 2026
A proposal to replace 40 aging garden apartments at 2031 N. Woodrow St. with an 11-story building housing 249 committed affordable units. While housing advocates and commissions praise the large increase in family-sized affordable homes, neighborhood residents raised concerns regarding building height, tree canopy loss, and parking constraints.
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