New Head at Housing Authority of Chester County Promotes Innovation and Partnerships to Solve Affordable Housing Crisis

New Head at Housing Authority of Chester County Promotes Innovation and Partnerships to Solve Affordable Housing Crisis

Revitalization Launch of Affordable Housing Development, Liberty House, by Pennrose, LLC in Chester County Marks Significant Step in Addressing Affordable Housing Crisis

May 31, 2024-Chester County, PA-Pennrose, LLC proudly announces the launch of its revitalization project of Liberty House, an affordable housing community designed to provide quality, affordable living options for individuals with special needs in Chester County. The $11.7 million renovation will update the 36,284 sq. ft., 1942-built military hospital into 50 modern, affordable apartments and tailored supportive services, ensuring residents have the resources they need to thrive.

Community leaders, stakeholders, and residents attended the event, marking a significant milestone in the ongoing efforts to address the region's affordable housing crisis.

The launch featured speeches from three esteemed Chester County Commissioners (Josh Maxwell, Marian D. Moskowitz, and Eric M. Roe) and Paul Diggs, Executive Director of the Housing Authority of Chester County; Mark H Dambly, CEO of Pennrose, LLC; and Ryan Bailey, Senior Developer of Pennrose, LLC, among others. Each speaker emphasized the critical importance of affordable housing and the need for innovative solutions and partnerships to tackle the current housing challenges.

Paul Diggs, the new Executive Director of the Housing Authority of Chester County, spoke about the importance of innovative and collaborative efforts in solving the housing crisis, "At the Housing Authority, we believe in the power of partnerships to drive meaningful change. Liberty House is a shining example of what can be achieved when public and private sectors come together to address the pressing issue of affordable housing. We commend Pennrose for their vision and dedication."

Currently, over 4,500 families in Chester County, considered one of the wealthiest counties in the United States, are on the waitlist for affordable housing.

"I know we have all envisioned the day someone like myself, standing here today, could exclaim that we have defeated this issue. Unfortunately, the goalpost in this crisis continues to move, and it does not adhere to traditional research models and projections. However, in the face of this continuing pressing challenge, we cannot afford to be passive bystanders. We must continue to rise and meet this challenge with resolve, compassion, and, most importantly, innovation." - Paul Diggs.

Paul Diggs was appointed Executive Director of the Housing Authority of Chester County in February 2024. At today's revitalization launch, Paul laid out his five-pronged approach to combating the growing affordable housing crisis.

"In my few months here, I have extensively evaluated our organization, partnerships, and opportunities; this will continue to be an ongoing best practice at the Housing Authority of Chester County. I am proud to announce a series of initiatives and actions that the housing authority is undertaking to combat the growing housing crisis." - Paul Diggs.

Paul's five-part initiative includes:

1. Expanding Affordable Housing Stock
2. Preserving Existing Housing Stock
3. Promoting Equitable Access to Housing
4. Fostering Collaborative Partnerships
5. Advocating for Policy Solutions

For more information on the Housing Authority of Chester County, visit www.haccnet.org

HOUSING AUTHORITY OF THE COUNTY OF CHESTER
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The mission of the Housing Authority of Chester County is to provide, manage, and develop quality, affordable housing for individuals and families while promoting self-sufficiency and neighborhood revitalization. This will be achieved through maximizing our resources while always ensuring the financial integrity of the agency. Furthermore, it is our intent to accomplish this through forging the strong partnerships necessary to create innovative solutions to the housing needs of the communities we serve.

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