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Area sadly lacking in low-income housing

The 1950s-era Love Apartments was purchased in 2006 by the Central Community Redevelopment Agency to be redeveloped for new affordable housing. After 10 years, a developer is trying to get it done, but will rely on the competitive, and lucky, tax credit system to make it happen.
The 1950s-era Love Apartments was purchased in 2006 by the Central Community Redevelopment Agency to be redeveloped for new affordable housing. After 10 years, a developer is trying to get it done, but will rely on the competitive, and lucky, tax credit system to make it happen. Mark Young myoung@bradenton.com

This is in regards to a Dec. 21 article in the Bradenton Herald on low-income apartments and housing.

It is sad. I have tried to find a one-bedroom apartment and have been told that all low-income apartments and units are fully occupied, or there is a waiting list.

And I do not qualify. Where is the help a 79-year-old lady needs? Elder Care is no help. I need someone to come and talk to me at my residence.

And since when is a rental that costs $700-$925 a month rank as low-income housing?

Please, someone help me!

Delores Bock

Bradenton

This story was originally published December 29, 2016 at 4:19 PM with the headline "Area sadly lacking in low-income housing."

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