Housing

Southeast Technical College is hoping a new grant can benefit students and address the need for affordable housing at the same time.

Enhanced regulations on short-term rentals – think Airbnb or VRBO – have been adopted by Rapid City.

With two major developments on the horizon, additional infrastructure and housing must come with Rapid City's growth.

The state's annual report on active TIF districts across South Dakota finds there were 264 of the often-controversial districts as of 2024.

The number of permits for single family homes has already surpassed the total number issued in 2024 just seven months into the year.

At the latest Sioux Falls Accessible Housing Advisory Board meeting members hit the road for a bus tour. They did so to see some of the projects in the works.

Despite consistent visitation in recent years and record-breaking visitor spending, critical South Dakota tourist attractions remain subject to broader concerns as the peak tourist season begins. The most common challenge is finding adequate workforce.

While historic homes have a charm when they become decrepit, they damage property values and, more importantly, fail as safe places to live. In Rapid City, Black Hills Works has recovered a home and has made it livable once again.

Sen. Mike Rounds is reintroducing legislation he says aims to improve federal rural housing programs.

Elected state officials are hoping a new bill signed into law will limit taxable valuation growth in a handful of counties. Soon, some state lawmakers will embark on an interim study to reduce property taxes while looking at the state’s education funding formula.