The Arch City Report

Is this the spark to rebuild north St. Louis?

August 27, 2026·27 min
Episode Description from the Publisher

Habitat for Humanity St. Louis is breaking ground on a 40-home development in the Vandeventer neighborhood — one of the largest housing projects North St. Louis has seen in decades. Host Erik talks with CEO Kimberly McKinney about how the $17 million, tax-credit-backed project came together, how the May 2025 tornado accelerated the need, and what it takes to turn vacant city land into an affordable, thriving neighborhood.Supporting sponsors: Maryville University and Cass Commercial Bank.SHOW LINKS:St. Louis nonprofit breaks ground on affordable housing project backed by $17M in tax creditsSt. Louis development agency taps unique financing tool for 40-home development

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