Council Meets with Congressman, 380-Unit Project Breaks Ground, Housing Waitlist Reopens

Federal Focus at City Hall

Chandler City Council held a special meeting Thursday morning with Congressman Greg Stanton at City Hall, signaling ongoing coordination between local and federal officials.

While the posted agenda was brief, meetings like this typically center on transportation funding, infrastructure priorities and economic development partnerships. With major growth underway across the Southeast Valley, federal support for road improvements, housing programs and workforce investment remains a key piece of Chandler’s long-term planning.

380-Unit Apartment Community Breaks Ground

A major multifamily project is moving forward near Arizona Avenue and Pecos Road. Developers have started construction on The Ellison, a 380-unit apartment community that will anchor the first phase of a larger 45-acre mixed-use development known as The District Downtown.

The project adds new rental housing near employment corridors and downtown amenities, supporting Chandler’s continued population and job growth. City planning documents have repeatedly highlighted the need for a mix of housing types as available residential land becomes more limited.

Construction activity is expected to bring short-term economic benefits, followed by longer-term impacts through new residents, retail activity and property tax base growth.

Public Housing Waitlist Opens for Larger Families

In a move tied directly to affordability concerns, the City of Chandler is reopening its public housing waitlist Friday, April 3, specifically for families needing three- to five-bedroom units.

City officials say the targeted opening reflects demand for larger family housing, which can be especially limited in the private rental market. The Housing Division is encouraging eligible residents to apply during the open period.

Together, this week’s developments show the full spectrum of Chandler’s housing landscape: new market-rate construction, federal coordination, and continued investment in subsidized housing programs aimed at supporting working families.

Sources

https://www.chandleraz.gov/events/city-council-special-meeting-congressman-greg-stanton
https://www.connectcre.com/stories/stillwater-led-group-starts-work-on-380-unit-chandler-apartments/
https://www.abc15.com/news/region-southeast-valley/chandler/chandler-opens-public-housing-waitlist-friday-april-3-for-larger-family-sizes