Brevard County officials announced plans to construct 100 affordable homes in the Titusville area by the end of 2025. The project, funded through a partnership between Affordable Housing Finance and local developers, is expected to address rising housing costs in the region. The homes will be available to households earning up to 80% of the area median income, according to a press release from the county. "This is a step toward making the Space Coast more accessible for long-time residents," said County Commissioner Lisa Carter during a recent meeting. The development will include one- and two-bedroom units, with priority given to essential workers such as teachers, healthcare professionals, and first responders. The site, located near the intersection of US 1 and SR 405, is currently undergoing environmental reviews. Construction is projected to begin in early 2024 after final approvals are secured. The project has already secured $12 million in state and federal grants, with private investors covering the remaining costs. Local advocacy groups have praised the effort but called for more units to be built. "A hundred homes is a start, but demand outpaces supply by far," said Marcus Johnson, director of the Brevard Housing Alliance. The developer, Space Coast Builders LLC, has not yet released details on rental rates or application timelines. The first phase of the project will include 50 homes, with the second phase adding another 50 units by 2026. The county has committed to monitoring the project’s progress and adjusting strategies as needed. Residents in the area have mixed reactions, with some expressing relief and others questioning whether the homes will be sufficient to ease the housing crisis. The initiative is part of a broader effort by Brevard County to increase affordable housing stock by 1,200 units over the next five years.