For more information, contact Erica Boggess 304 – 391 – 8637
When the Fayette County Beautification Committee demolishes a dilapidated, abandoned structure, those living near the site often tell them of others in the area that should meet the same fate.
“Every time one goes down, we hear about one or two more that need to go,” said Angela Gerald, project director for the committee. “It really does look... Continue Reading
For More Information, contact Communication Manager George Gannon 304 391 8643
Home Inspection?
HUD Statement?
Escrow?
What do these words and terms mean and how do potential homebuyers make sense of what can be an overwhelming and intimidating experience?
The Fund wants to help.
We’ve produced a series of videos that we hope will better prepare you for buying a home. We cover everything from finding the right place to learning more about your credit score to... Continue Reading
For more information contact Communication Manager George Gannon at 304.391.8643
One of West Virginia’s most pressing needs is the development of safe, affordable housing. Often, progression on this front means working with stakeholders from a number of different sectors, including non-profits, banks, lenders, government agencies and community development organizations.
To better understand this process and determine best practices, the West Virginia Housing Development Fund recently hosted... Continue Reading
(Nancy Blankenship and her nephew Jack at her new home in Bluefield)
BLUEFIELD – Nancy Jo Blankenship needed a new place to live in the worst way.
“I had a trailer in Brushfork. Last year I opened the door and a snake went right between my legs,” she said during... Continue Reading
BLUEFIELD – From blighted to beautiful.
That’s how many are describing the transformation along the 1100 block of Highland Avenue. Dilapidated, dangerous structures were razed and replaced by multifamily rental units and one single family home.
Westbridge Gardens, the nine-unit, five-building housing development, features contemporary, practical designs. Each apartment has a fully equipped kitchen, laundry hook ups, roomy living areas and bedrooms and spacious bathrooms. Most units also have outdoor living areas and ample, off street parking. Across the street,... Continue Reading