Housing Authority of Kansas City, MO Announces $2.6 Billion Development Plan to Redefine Affordable Housing and Economic Opportunity

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Housing Authority of Kansas City, MO Announces $2.6 Billion Development Plan to Redefine Affordable Housing and Economic Opportunity 
 
Kansas City, MO - November 20, 2025 - The Housing Authority of Kansas City, Missouri (HAKC) announced today that its Board of Commissioners has officially approved a groundbreaking multi-year Development Plan valued at $2.6 billion. This transformative initiative will deliver 7,159 units of housing through new construction, redevelopment, and acquisitions-representing one of the most ambitious public housing revitalization efforts in the region's history. 

Under this plan, all of HAKC's existing public housing properties will be redeveloped into vibrant, mixed-income communities, blending high-quality design with affordability and opportunity. The initiative underscores the agency's commitment to reimagining public housing as a foundation for economic mobility, community pride, and long-term neighborhood growth. 

The plan also includes the development of a Class-A mixed-use headquarters designed as a one-stop hub for community resources and resident services. HAKC will leverage innovative public financing tools, including a credit facility and bond issuance, to fund and sustain these developments responsibly and efficiently. 

Beyond bricks and mortar, HAKC is positioning this initiative as a catalyst for economic inclusion. The agency will create job opportunities through employment; resident-owned businesses and introduce homeownership pathways for low- and moderate-income families, ensuring that residents share in the wealth and opportunity their communities create. 

"This development plan is about more than buildings-it's about belonging," said Nona C. Eath, Executive Director of the Housing Authority of Kansas City. "We're creating pathways to ownership, entrepreneurship, and pride for our residents. Kansas City deserves housing that reflects the spirit, dignity, and resilience of its people." 

"Our vision is to bring the pace, innovation, and execution excellence seen in larger cities to Kansas City's housing landscape," Eath continued. "This plan reflects our commitment to think bigger, act faster, and deliver results that transform lives-not just properties." 
 
The Housing Authority of Kansas City remains dedicated to its mission of providing safe, affordable housing and expanding opportunities for economic advancement. The approval of this multi-year plan marks a historic milestone in building a stronger, more equitable future for Kansas City residents. 

Media Contact: 
Taai Gumbel 
hakc@hakc.org 
https://www.hakc.org/