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State Certifies Amsterdam as Pro‑Housing Community

State Certifies Amsterdam as Pro‑Housing Community

New designation boosts local development efforts
Amsterdam has earned official state certification as a pro‑housing community, unlocking access to streamlined planning tools and grants aimed at accelerating residential development and addressing the region’s housing needs.
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