Michigan State Housing Development Authority

MSHDA joined our partners Oakland County, Michigan Government, Three Oaks Communities, Rochester Housing Solutions, and Community Housing Network, Inc. for the groundbreaking of Auburn Oaks, the county’s second neuro-inclusive neighborhood in Rochester Hills.

This development will bring 55 new homes to the community, including dedicated units designed to support adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Auburn Oaks reflects a shared commitment to expanding inclusive, affordable homeownership and strengthening long-term housing stability.

More here: https://www.oakgov.com/Home/Components/News/News/2430/2027

Things many first-time homebuyers don't realize until they start the process:
- The right resources make a big difference.
- A 20% down payment isn't always required.
- You'll sign a lot of documents (seriously, a lot).
- Feeling excited and nervous at the same time is completely normal.

You don't have to navigate it alone. MSHDA's resources and programs can help make homeownership more accessible for first-time buyers across Michigan.
Learn more: https://bit.ly/3OR0KtO

Housing continues to be one of Michigan’s most urgent challenges, and MSHDA's panel “From Policy to Production: How to Lower Development Costs and Get More Michigan Homes Built” highlighted how essential collaboration across communities and industries is to removing barriers and moving projects from idea to construction.

The discussion, featuring panelists from the public and private sector, underscored the reality that increasing housing supply is central to affordability, talent attraction, and long‑term economic growth in Michigan.

Interested in a clearer picture on what it will take to build more homes across the state? Read the recap and watch the full session here: https://bit.ly/49stFLQ

"The connection is simple: when housing supply is limited, costs rise and income gains are diluted. When supply expands, workers keep more of what they earn and businesses have room to grow.

Michigan has momentum, but not yet at the scale this challenge demands. The priority now is ex*****on: faster approvals, clearer rules and coordinated investment across sectors. Progress should be measured in homes delivered and time saved, not just dollars committed."

Michigan is facing a serious housing shortage that is driving up costs, limiting economic growth, and creating barriers for families and employers alike. MSHDA CEO & Executive Director Amy Hovey examines how aligning resources and collaborative policy efforts to help expand housing production is critical to sustaining Michigan’s economic vitality, supporting residents, and workforce development.

Read more in Crain's Detroit Business:

Michigan housing gap tightens for workers and businesses statewide Michigan faces a severe housing shortage driving up costs, limiting growth and squeezing workers, as leaders push faster building and policy reforms.

Home means more because of those who fought to protect it. This Memorial Day, we honor and remember those who gave everything for our country.

Disability Advocates of Kent County Universal Design Education Resources are officially live!

Universal Design Education equips builders, designers, planners, and housing partners with practical tools to create environments that are accessible, intuitive, and inclusive for people of all ages and abilities.

This robust library of resources was developed with support from MSHDA and will help bring thoughtful, inclusive design to life. We're proud to support this work and excited to see the impact it will have on housing development throughout Michigan.

Learn more here:

Inclusive Design Education | Disability Advocates Kent County Learn Inclusive Design principles that create accessible spaces for everyone. Explore kitchen & bathroom templates, planning toolkits, and real-world videos.

At this year’s Mackinac Policy Conference, housing is part of the conversation about Michigan’s economic future.

On Tuesday, May 26, MSHDA CEO and Executive Director Amy Hovey will join leaders from philanthropy, public policy and journalism for “From Policy to Production,” a panel discussion on lowering development costs and getting more homes built across Michigan.

If you’re attending , we hope to see you at our session in the Brighton Pavilion.

Michigan’s housing challenges can’t be solved with one-size-fits-all solutions. True progress happens when communities have flexible tools and resources to respond to local housing needs. Over the last 2½ years, MSHDA has made great strides by offering regional housing partners and communities that flexibility with resources from the Housing and Community Development Fund (HCDF).

$200M HCDF Investment Impact (FY23–FY25)
Created 1,841 homes
Supported 84,826 households
Served 18,390 people experiencing homelessness
Enhanced 61 neighborhoods across Michigan

These investments are helping communities turn Michigan’s Statewide Housing Plan into action by increasing housing production, removing barriers, and strengthening communities across the state.

But the work isn’t finished. Michigan still faces a 119,000-unit housing gap, and maintaining HCDF flexibility will be critical to helping communities continue advancing locally driven housing solutions.