Summary
Commissioner Erin Edwards raised the persistent lack of truly barrier-free apartments — particularly roll-in showers — in new construction, and asked staff to distribute an accessibility standards info sheet to developers citywide.
At a glance
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- Last 30 days
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Last discussed May 21, 2026.
Impact analysis
The authority has its own funds to hire a consultant to explore the idea; potential expansion of affordable housing subsidy streams.
People with disabilities and families transitioning loved ones out of nursing homes.
Mentions & discussions (2)
Green Bay Housing Authority - May 21, 2026
Commissioner Erin Edwards raised the persistent lack of truly barrier-free apartments — particularly roll-in showers — in new construction, and asked staff to distribute an accessibility standards info sheet to developers citywide.
Green Bay Housing Authority - Feb 19, 2026
The authority is exploring an untested-in-Wisconsin way to turn about 141 paper-only public housing designations into real voucher-based affordable units — public housing for one day, then converted through HUD's RAD program. Staff hope to hire former HUD staffer Scott as a consultant and start within a couple of months.
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