Federal Build America Buy America rules strain local projects
Summary
New federal rules requiring US-made materials are raising costs on affordable housing projects using federal HOME funds — two local projects, including the city-owned Haven on Vine, are affected. Members suggested tenant-based rental assistance may be a better use of limited HOME dollars.
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Last discussed Feb 19, 2026.
Impact analysis
Buy America compliance costs can exceed the city's typical HOME award for a project, potentially slowing affordable development.
Domestic manufacturers benefit from the material sourcing requirement.
Affordable housing developers and the families waiting for those units — higher material costs can stall or shrink projects.
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