As the cost of land, labor and materials continues to soar, Habitat for Humanity is changing how it builds affordable housing in North Texas.

Traditionally known for constructing single-family homes, Dallas Area Habitat for Humanity is now turning to duplexes and townhomes to maximize resources and reach more families.

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“We have more and more people who are renting instead of moving into homes because they can't afford to move into homes,” said Ashley Brundage, CEO of Dallas Area Habitat for Humanity . “We have to have affordable homes at all levels to help meet people where they are with their budgets.”

The shift in strategy was highlighted Thursday during a visit from the CEO of Habitat for Humanity International, Jonathan Reckford, wh

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