The Farmhouse-to-Workforce Housing Act of 2025
The Farmhouse-to-Workforce Housing Act of 2025 establishes a program to fund accessory dwelling units (ADUs) on existing single-family homes that are at least 25 years old. It provides grants and loans covering up to 50% of an ADU’s cost, with a maximum of $100,000 (adjusted annually for inflation), for homeowners earning no more than 150% of the area median income. Homeowners must reside in the main house or an ADU, maintain ownership, and lease ADUs for at least six months, with these requirements lasting for five years or until the owner’s death. The program is funded with $200 million to support workforce housing access through modifications to existing housing preservation grants.
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