Habitat reports Oxbow deal collapsed; USDA procedural change complicates self-help builds

Sep 5, 2025

Habitat for Humanity reported its purchase-and-sale agreement for the Oxbow project expired after the seller sought higher terms; the board voted to return grant funds. Staff also said a new USDA procedural notice has affected how shared-wall self-help homes are treated, prompting appraisal and waiver steps.

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Habitat for Humanity of Clallam County told the housing committee it will not move forward with the Oxbow purchase after negotiations stalled when the seller raised price and timing demands.

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