Polk County Housing Trust Fund

Polk County Housing Trust Fund Polk County Housing Trust Fund supports affordable housing in Polk County, Iowa.

The Polk County Housing Trust Fund is the comprehensive planning, advocacy and funding organization for Affordable Housing in Polk County Iowa. Focused around these three core activities, the Housing Trust Fund is responsible for crafting the community strategic plan for affordable housing and leading its implementation. It is also tasked with helping the community understand the need for and bene

fits of adequate affordable housing. Finally, the organization is responsible for allocating community funds aimed at increasing and preserving the inventory of affordable units in the County and improving the lives of the people who live in them.

When the region's new transit network launches on June 14, DART will offer free rides through June 30 so you can experie...
06/05/2026

When the region's new transit network launches on June 14, DART will offer free rides through June 30 so you can experience the changes for yourself.

Housing and transit are all about ACCESS. Residents can live near and connect to a whole wealth of services for health a...
06/04/2026

Housing and transit are all about ACCESS. Residents can live near and connect to a whole wealth of services for health and well-being.

A refugee family living at Oakridge Neighborhood can connect with the Global Neighbors Welcoming Center. A senior at MLK Crossing Apartments can visit the Polk County Central Senior Center. A Veteran living at Alley Landing Apartments can receive care at the nearby VA Medical Center.

These connections are what helps make sure everyone in our community can succeed and thrive.

THIS JUST IN: Congratulations to TWO Polk County projects for receiving awards of housing tax credits from the Iowa Fina...
06/03/2026

THIS JUST IN: Congratulations to TWO Polk County projects for receiving awards of housing tax credits from the Iowa Finance Authority today.

The Enclave Apartments, Urbandale (Recipient of the Iowa Thriving Communities designation)
60 apartments in City of Urbandale, Iowa
Crown Court Properties and Volker Development

Baker Creek Townhomes
15 townhomes in City of Des Moines
Anawim Housing and Hubbell Realty Company

Great neighborhoods are built from many ingredients working together.Housing helps people put down roots. Businesses cre...
06/03/2026

Great neighborhoods are built from many ingredients working together.

Housing helps people put down roots. Businesses create destinations and jobs. Transit helps connect residents and visitors with the places they want to go.

In neighborhoods like Highland Park, these pieces come together to create places with a strong sense of identity and community. That's how neighborhoods thrive.

06/02/2026

Our local transit agency DART is launching a redesigned bus network on June 14. The new network offers more frequent service along the busiest streets, putting more jobs, services, and opportunities in reach. Visit RideDART.com to plan your trip.

Along Sixth Avenue in Des Moines, the historic North Des Moines City Hall has been renovated and a new building next doo...
06/02/2026

Along Sixth Avenue in Des Moines, the historic North Des Moines City Hall has been renovated and a new building next door is under construction as Townhall Apartments, an affordable housing choice.

While the new housing creates an exciting new spot in the River Bend neighborhood, the new DART 9/9L route on Sixth Avenue connects people living here with downtown and Ankeny, helping them connect across the community.

When homes and destinations are close to frequent transit, taking the bus becomes an easier choice for daily trips.The n...
06/01/2026

When homes and destinations are close to frequent transit, taking the bus becomes an easier choice for daily trips.

The new DART transit network focuses more service on some of the metro's busiest streets with more service throughout the day. The housing, jobs, shopping and services along DART routes make the bus a great choice to reach many places you want to go.

The new transit network arrives June 14!

To celebrate DART's new network (arriving June 14) we'll be bringing you a special week of content highlighting the conn...
05/31/2026

To celebrate DART's new network (arriving June 14) we'll be bringing you a special week of content highlighting the connection between housing and transit.

The Trust Fund was honored to help present a VERY special bus tour with DART today celebrating their new transit network...
05/29/2026

The Trust Fund was honored to help present a VERY special bus tour with DART today celebrating their new transit network that debuts on June 14.

Guests rode a preview of the new Route 4 Crosstown through Des Moines, Urbandale, Clive, Windsor Heights, and West Des Moines. The tour highlighted the important relationship between housing and jobs improving the quality of life and opportunity for folks all across the metro. Thank you to all who joined!

We'll share more information on the housing and transit connection coming next week!

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