Chico Housing Team Opened Builders' Village
The nonprofit launched 61 residential units in Chico to address local housing needs and support residents with disabilities.
Updated on Oct. 14, 2026 in Philanthropy
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The Chico Housing Action Team officially opened Builders' Village, a new development featuring 61 apartment units. The facility provides studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom options to support individuals experiencing homelessness.
Why it matters
The project serves as a model for reducing public expenditures, as supporting one individual experiencing homelessness costs the state approximately $42,000 annually. By consolidating services and housing, the organization aims to improve local stability while managing ongoing operational costs.
The new site includes 61 units, marking a expansion from the 267 people housed by the organization last year. The project carries an estimated annual operating cost of $500,000.
The players
Chico Housing Action Team
A local nonprofit organization founded in 2013 dedicated to addressing homelessness and supporting individuals with disabilities.
The details
The Builders' Village project represents four years of effort, including three years of planning followed by one year of construction. Each of the 61 units is equipped with a kitchenette, an ADA-accessible bathroom, a closet, an HVAC system, and a private backyard. The organization is currently awaiting final utility connections via Caltrans highway access to bring the facility into full operation.
Timeline
2013: The Chico Housing Action Team was founded.
Last year: The organization successfully housed 267 individuals.
October 14, 2026: Builders' Village held its grand opening and ribbon cutting.
Next week: Intake forms for the facility will be available on the organization's website.
Market Landscape
This development aligns with broader state initiatives aimed at reducing the $42,000 annual cost per homeless person through permanent supportive housing. The project marks a tangible departure from temporary assistance models by focusing on dedicated residential infrastructure.
Operators should note that the project is currently pending utility connection via Caltrans access before full occupancy begins. Potential partners and stakeholders should monitor the website next week for formal intake procedures.
The takeaway
This project illustrates the operational shift toward building permanent, ADA-accessible residential capacity to address long-term homelessness. Interested parties should monitor the organization's website next week to review the official intake criteria and application process.
What happens next
Intake forms for the village are scheduled to go live on the organization's website next week.
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Source note: This article includes information reported by Action News Now.
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