Abigail Brone
Housing ReporterAbigail is Connecticut Public's housing reporter, covering statewide housing developments and issues, with an emphasis on Fairfield County communities. She received her master's from Columbia University in 2020 and graduated from the University of Connecticut in 2019. Abigail previously covered statewide transportation and the city of Norwalk for Hearst Connecticut Media. She loves all things Disney and cats.
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This summer marks three years since a state law took effect requiring all communities with more than 25 thousand residents to create a Fair Rent Commission, which helps mediate when tenants say a proposed rent increase is too high. Fairfield's Commission fields dozens of inquiries annually. -
Connecticut LGBTQ advocates say members of that community are evicted at a higher rate and more likely to face housing insecurity than others and are calling on landlords to help. -
More than $11 million in federal tax credits was awarded to six towns and cities statewide to support affordable housing. Nearly 500 apartments will be renovated or constructed with the money. -
The new MLK Apartments, located in the city’s Sheldon Charter Oak neighborhood, are reserved for families earning no more than 80 thousand annually, depending on the family’s size. -
Housing advocates and developers are now sharing what they believe should’ve been done to advance housing construction and protections. -
Nearly 30 years ago a beloved NHL team rebranded and moved hundreds of miles away. The Carolina Hurricanes are now a favorite for the Stanley Cup. But, the Whalers fanbase is still getting over their loss. -
New funding is heading to the state’s homeless service and rental assistance programs after cuts in federal dollars. The $5 million will go to homeless service providers for flexible funding use. -
Norwalk city officials are trying to make it easier to construct new housing, rolling out new rules for residents who want to build Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs), or in-law apartments. -
Two key housing bills aimed at increasing accessibility for renters have failed in the state legislature. The "Golden Girls" bill would’ve allowed homeowners to rent out bedrooms in the house where they live. Just Cause would've expanded eviction protections for renters. -
Participants would still need to have the credit to qualify for a mortgage and funds for a downpayment. But, the city would help recipients get to a place where they can afford a house, with financial literacy courses and ways to improve credit.
