E HOUSING GAP Y While housing stock remains in short supply across the county, another barrier to owning a home remains affordability. In Oregon, a state known for its rugged natural splendor, housing prices are rising northwards and nearly one in four renter households spend more than 50% of their income on rent, highlighting the severity of the affordable housing crisis. The Marion County Housing Authority (MCHA) has taken a leading role in addressing this issue, particularly in the rural areas of Marion County. OLUTIONS FOR A SCENIC AREA ALWAYS IN HIGH DEMAND 178 BUSINESS VIEW MAGAZINE VOLUME 11, ISSUE 09
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