housing development
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of housing development
First recorded in 1950–55
Example Sentences
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In the spring of 2021, a 25-year-old man was summoned to help a friend in a confrontation at a low-income housing development in Middletown, Connecticut.
From Salon • Jun. 2, 2026
Since launching her campaign, Raman said she would require that the city approve a housing development within 60 days of receiving an application, as long as it complies with zoning rules.
From Los Angeles Times • May 1, 2026
The remaining 75 percent, like the Joshua Grove, which remained too remote for housing development, would be put to other agricultural uses.
From Slate • Apr. 20, 2026
Given planning a housing development is generally a multi-year project, there was a positive reception from the housing industry for a four-year programme of funding totalling £4.9bn for affordable homes.
From BBC • Mar. 25, 2026
It’s difficult because of the publicity that surrounds our housing development and community.
From "Our America: Life and Death on the South Side of Chicago" by LeAlan Jones
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