Columbia, SC – March 27, 2013 – (RealEstateRama) — In observance of April as Fair Housing Month, the South Carolina State Housing Finance and Development Authority (SC Housing) endorsed a proclamation observing the 45th anniversary of the memorable landmark legislation that established a national policy of Fair Housing. The signing of this proclamation commemorates the enactment of Title VIII of the Civil Rights Act of 1968.
This legislation has helped open the doors of opportunity for countless Americans in achieving the American Dream of safe, decent and affordable housing. The Fair Housing Act, recognized as an indispensable tool in stamping out housing discrimination, also protects those who may become victims of the unscrupulous lending practices of predatory lenders.
SC Housing recognizes the importance of the Fair Housing Act as it works toward increasing quality affordable housing stock across the state. “Fair Housing Month gives us the opportunity to reaffirm our commitment that ensures our citizens have equal access to affordable housing and places special emphasis on increasing homeownership opportunities for the citizens of South Carolina,” said Executive Director Valarie M. Williams.
Affordable housing also makes good economic sense for South Carolina. The University of South Carolina’s Moore School of Business recently determined that SC Housing programs delivered $406,944,412 in total economic impact to the state’s economy (in Fiscal Year 2012) and created 3,603 jobs. For every $100 SC Housing invested in affordable housing, the state realizes $155 in economic benefit.
About SC Housing
For over forty years, SC Housing has created quality affordable housing opportunities for the citizens of South Carolina. The agency’s vision is that all residents have the opportunity to live in safe, decent and affordable housing. The agency administers a number of Federal and State programs directed at low and low-to-moderate income South Carolinians. SC Housing is self-sustaining and receives no state appropriations. For more information, visit www.SCHousing.com.
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If you would like additional information or have questions regarding this topic, please contact Clayton Ingram at 803.896.9520 or Clayton.Ingram (at) SCHousing (dot) com.
