Groundbreaking Ceremony Announced For 47 Units Of Permanent Supportive Housing In Corvallis (Photo) - 03/16/26
CORVALLIS, Ore. — Corvallis Housing First will host a groundbreaking ceremony for Third Street Commons, a new permanent supportive housing community that will provide housing and services for individuals experiencing chronic homelessness and disabilities in Benton County.
Media and community members are invited to attend.
WHO:
• Corvallis Housing First
• Oregon Housing and Community Services Executive Director Andrea Bell
• Corvallis Mayor Charles Maughan
• Benton County Coordinated Homeless Response Office Manager Rebecca Taylor
• Community partners, supporters and individuals with lived experience
WHAT:
Groundbreaking ceremony for Third Street Commons, a 47-unit permanent supportive housing development.
WHEN:
Thursday, March 19, 11:30 a.m.
WHERE:
Project site, 1480 SW Third St., Corvallis, Oregon
WHY:
Third Street Commons will provide safe, stable housing combined with supportive services for people experiencing chronic homelessness and disabilities. Permanent supportive housing is an evidence-based approach that helps people maintain long-term housing stability while improving health and well-being.
The project represents several years of collaboration among community partners and funders working to expand supportive housing options in Benton County.
Construction is expected to be completed in September 2027, with residents moving in shortly afterward.
VISUALS / PHOTO OPPORTUNITIES:
• Gold-shovel groundbreaking ceremony
• Community leaders and project partners speaking
• Rendering boards or site visuals
• Interviews with project leaders and community partners
MEDIA RSVP / INFORMATION:
To RSVP or request additional information, contact Corvallis Housing First at admin@corvallishousingfirst.org.
About Corvallis Housing First: Corvallis Housing First is a nonprofit organization founded in 2008 dedicated to providing housing solutions and services to end homelessness and improve lives in Corvallis and surrounding communities.
