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Panama City
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Affordability of the Infill Program

Summary

Commissioner Street pressed for a pause on new infill projects at this price point, arguing lot splits and partnerships (like Habitat) could produce cheaper starter homes. Staff reported only two more infill projects are in the hopper.

At a glance

Total mentions
1
Last 30 days
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Last discussed Mar 24, 2026.

Impact analysis

💰Financial impact

Infill homes now cost up to $275,000 plus $30,000 lots — far above the program's early price points.

✅Who benefits

Two qualified large families receive homes with down payment and closing cost assistance.

⚠️Who could be affected

Buyers priced out of the market who can't reach even these price points.

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