Residents of Acacia Cliffs in Northwest Austin are protesting against redevelopment plans by Price Realty Corporation, which aims to build a new seven-story apartment complex. The proposal raises fears of tenant displacement, prompting community requests for more negotiations regarding their housing rights. The city council has postponed the ruling until May 22, giving residents more time to voice their concerns. Acacia Cliffs is critical for low-income tenants, and there is anxiety about the impending demolition and loss of affordable housing options in the area.
"As a single mother working one, sometimes two jobs and receiving child support, I've applied for low-income housing and government aid, but I don't qualify. Families like mine rely on communities like Acacia Cliffs to survive and thrive..."
"The complex has become a saving grace for low-income renters, particularly those without the luxury of a vehicle. With an HEB, Austin Regional Clinic and AISD schools all within walking distance..."
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