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The Pros And Cons Of Council Bluffs

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Fredy Zambrano Mrs. Hanigan Composition II 16 April 2024 (Title) Council Bluffs, just like the rest of the United States, is experiencing a housing crisis with nearly one-third of its population overburdened by housing costs (MBJ). Currently, the Council Bluffs population is paying over 30% of their monthly income towards housing, 30% being recognized as the max housing payment which is considered affordable (MBJ). Now let's imagine if you were a part of that 30%. Barely getting off of work with your family hungry at home waiting for you to arrive. You walk home starving after a long 9 to 5 with your paycheck in your hand, and although the wrinkled-up piece of paper should bring security, you feel anxious and fearful. The feeling only grows …show more content…

The rise in average home values has climbed to 118% since 1965 and median household income only rising 15.5% (CNBC). Home values and household income seem to be drifting farther and farther apart with no signs of stopping, and the housing crisis is here to stay in the U.S. and Council Bluffs. Let's see how Council Bluffs will deal with the ever-relevant housing problem, and see if Council Bluffs should build low-income housing. Recently, the city of Council Bluffs announced a new housing program at the start of 2024 with the aid of the Iowa West Foundation (IWF), (NF). The New Housing Development Program Council Bluffs seeks to address the critical need for housing by accelerating housing construction by creating 1,300 residential units over the next decade (NF). In addition to these 1,300 units, the city of Council Bluffs will also prioritize affordability and variety in housing options (NF). The city’s commitment to build 1,300 units in the city of Council Bluffs and prioritize the affordability and variety of housing options will certainly aid in a variety of different areas around the

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