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Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Sep 16, 2026.
Public comments (4)
Stressed that luxury housing is booming while regular residents struggle to find decent apartments under $1,800 or $1,900, pointing out that many people work multiple jobs just to pay for groceries and rent.
Community and Economic Development Committee — September 16, 2026 · 53:13 →Speaking as a local realtor and representative for Make the Road, she described seeing clients everyday trapped in unhealthy, roach- and mice-infested apartments costing upwards of $1,450 to $1,850 for tiny spaces.
Community and Economic Development Committee — September 16, 2026 · 56:15 →Shared historical perspective on Allentown real estate from decades past and argued that pandemic-era eviction policies drove housing prices up significantly.
Community and Economic Development Committee — September 16, 2026 · 59:48 →Expressed appreciation for the workforce housing bill, noting average rents in Allentown have doubled over the last 13 years and warning that unchecked luxury development will push longtime residents out.
Community and Economic Development Committee — September 16, 2026 · 1:00:38 →