Best practices in green building, mixed-use development, affordable housing, housing preservation, and housing development awards presented
Norfolk, VA – November 23, 2009 – (RealEstateRama) — Each year at the Governor’s Housing Conference the Virginia Housing Awards are presented to recognize outstanding and innovative efforts in crafting effective solutions to the commonwealth’s complex array of housing needs.
This year’s award winners include a new category: Mixed Use or Mixed Income Housing Development, in recognition of the growing interest and demand for innovative and varied development.
- Best Housing Development
Award Recipient: Roanoke Redevelopment and Housing Authority, Project: Hurt Park Phase II
- Best Housing Program
Award Recipient: Virginia Supportive Housing, Project: A Place to Start
- Best Housing Preservation/Revitalization Effort
Award Recipient: The Town of Blackstone, Project: Castle Trailer Park Project
- Best Affordable Housing Energy Conservation Effort
Award Recipient: Habitat for Humanity Virginia, Project: Better By Design
- Best Mixed Use or Mixed Income Housing Development
Award Recipient: Alexandria Housing Development Corporation, Project: The Station at Potomac Yard
The Governor’s Housing Conference is Virginia’s largest and most comprehensive affordable housing event of the year. The three-day event features workshops and sessions designed to help public and private sector representatives develop effective housing solutions in Virginia. Nearly 900 affordable housing advocates, providers, and policy makers gathered each year at the conference.
For more information about the conference, visit: www.vagovernorshousingconference.com.
