AURORA | An online housing search tool sponsored by the City of Aurora is the city’s latest mechanism for connecting renters with affordable housing.
The Aurora Housing Locator, available at www.myhousingsearch.com/aurora, allows users to search for available housing based on price as well as accommodations for those with disabilities, whether landlords accept housing vouchers and more.
“While there is much work to be done to address affordable housing, this tool is one step in the right direction as our city’s population continues to grow,” housing and community services director Jessica Prosser said in a news release. “Our vision is to continue to be a welcoming and safe community with quality and attainable housing.”
The tool is funded through the federal American Rescue Plan Act and managed by Emphasys Software Solutions. It also includes live chat and phone assistance from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. on weekdays. Members of the public with questions can reach out to 1-877-428-8844 or contactHL@emphasys-software.com.
“We are thrilled to launch the Aurora Housing Locator tool to help individuals and families find housing in Aurora that fits their needs and income,” housing and community development manager Alicia Montoya said in the release. “This tool will help reduce time and cost burdens on housing providers and serve as a convenient resource for those seeking housing in Aurora.”
The consequences of overpopulation
I’m confused as I haven’t seen any of our council members take credit for this idea
Thinking Marcano or Coombs would not want their name on it as it contradicts their narrative that housing under $1500/mo is nonexistent in Aurora.
“whether landlords accept housing vouchers and more”. Colorado landlords are required to at least consider Sec 8 occupants. So, if the landlord wants to stay out of the Sec 8 market, he has to artificially raise his rental price to maintain the independence from Gov. control. There is you Gov. policy affecting the market price.
“Landlords may not refuse rental applications from persons enrolled in Section 8. In other words, even if this property owner indicated that they are not familiar with the Section 8 program, they must still accept your rental application.)” – States the Aurora Housing Authority
https://www.denvergov.org/Government/Agencies-Departments-Offices/Agencies-Departments-Offices-Directory/Business-Licensing/Business-Licenses/Residential-Rental-Property
The city of Denver lawmakers has taken a large bite to assume control in the private rental business. Small time landlords that wanted to provide a house in the market are reacting the only way they know how to protect themselves. Higher cost, passed on to the consumer, so many economic-blind politicians either can’t or won’t accept that simple financial principal. Experience shows us they never will end this regressive unrealistic thinking. A few Aurora lawmakers are so eager with their earmark of Marxist high-minded thinking, Gov. has the solution to rental property. In reality, we see they’re perplexed to fix a city pothole.