Washington County outlines 44‑unit permanent supportive housing project for Forest Grove

Jul 14, 2026

Washington County Housing Services updated council on the Forest Grove permanent supportive housing project at 3127 Pacific Avenue (former Jim's Auto), describing a 44‑unit development for households exiting homelessness, secured 9% LIHTC plus $4M gap funding, a $2.5M predevelopment loan from the Housing Authority, and an anticipated construction start in fall 2027 pending permit and final funding steps.

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Washington County Housing Services presented progress on a permanent supportive housing (PSH) project sited at 3127 Pacific Avenue (the Jim’s Auto property). Jill Chen, deputy director of the Housing Authority of Washington County, said the development will offer studio and one‑bed units for households exiting homelessness and that the Housing Authority will remain the owner and developer.

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