Connecticut Gov. Ned Lamont said his push for more multi-family affordable housing in the state is working, even though he vetoed a controversial housing bill this year.

“Confidence in our future is a big piece of how you get projects like this done. And I’d like to think it’s working,” Lamont said, at the opening ceremony of 80 South Road in Farmington, a 65-unit affordable and supportive housing development.

He said developers completed 155 units of new housing in Farmington in the past six years. But this year alone, 220 units are under construction.

“I love the fact that it's transit-oriented development. I love the fact that you are taking care of affordable housing, so maybe the folks who work at UConn Health Center can work and get access there.” Lamont said.

The Farmington hous

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