By: KDKA-TV News Staff
PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — More housing options will be available for veterans in the Pittsburgh region.
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The City of Pittsburgh announced on Monday that it is working with the Urban Redevelopment Authority of Pittsburgh and Veterans Place to develop housing for veterans on Washington Boulevard.
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The new development project will be a three-story building that will be handicap-accessible.
The city says they are hoping this project will provide more housing security for at-risk and homeless veterans.
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There will also be services within the building to help veterans improve their overall quality of life.