SOUTH WHIDBEY RECORD: Habitat project launches in Langley

Kira Erickson reports:

The launch of what might be one of Langley’s biggest affordable housing projects to date is set.

Habitat for Humanity of Island County is planning to build seven townhomes, the organization’s first-ever project within Langley city limits.

Though no ground has been broken yet, a project launch celebration is slated for 4 p.m. on Thursday, May 5 at the 843 Third Avenue location across the street from St. Hubert Catholic Church.

They Said It

“I am extremely happy to see this project moving forward,” [Langley Mayor Scott] Chaplin said. “It is a great start towards meeting Langley’s housing needs.”

“Workforce housing is a dire need in Island County,” [State Representative Dave] Paul said. “Folks on the south end of the island have reported for years that this problem is especially acute. You have folks that turn down jobs, say with the South Whidbey School District, because they can’t afford to live in the community.”