The Dakota County Community Development Agency serves about 10,000 people daily, through more than 30 programs revolving around affordable housing and community development. Here's a sampling of statistics about the agency:
2.5 million
The total square footage of CDA properties
6,500
People on waiting lists for CDA-owned housing
5,700
Buyers have received CDA assistance to purchase their first home
5,000
Households have received grants for weatherization improvements
2,200
Federal housing choice vouchers administered annually by the CDA
1,397
Affordable apartments for seniors in 24 buildings
597
Affordable rental townhouses available for working families
Source: Dakota County CDA
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