Housing Authority of Savannah and Yamacraw Resident Council reach agreement on Yamacraw Village redevelopment

Press release

Oct. 29, 2026 – The Housing Authority of Savannah (HAS) and the Yamacraw Resident Council (YRC) have reached an agreement on the planned redevelopment of Yamacraw Village.

The agreement follows months of discussions between the two organizations and addresses several issues, including the required relocation of residents, affordable replacement housing and the opportunity for eligible households to return following redevelopment.

Under the agreement, HAS will provide at least 100 income-based, federally subsidized affordable housing units at the redeveloped site. Eligible residents will retain their right to return, subject to applicable U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) and HAS eligibility requirements.

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All current Yamacraw Village households will be required to relocate as part of the redevelopment process. HAS will provide relocation assistance, including coverage of moving expenses, security and utility deposits, and transportation. Each household will be assigned a relocation specialist to help identify housing options, coordinate available resources and navigate the relocation process.

“Yamacraw Village is more than a housing community; it is home to generations of Savannah families, and those families deserve to be treated with dignity, respect, and fairness throughout this process,” said Evette Hester, executive director of HAS.

The agreement also calls for continued communication between HAS and YRC throughout the redevelopment process, including updates every six months. YRC will continue monitoring HAS’ progress in fulfilling the terms of the agreement and holding the agency accountable for its commitments as redevelopment moves forward.

“From the beginning, our focus has been on making sure that our families that call Yamacraw home get a chance to come back to a safe place to live,” said Shana M. Williams, treasurer of the Yamacraw Resident Council.

HAS and YRC recognize that redevelopment represents a significant transition for the Yamacraw Village community. The housing authority will continue working with residents and community stakeholders to coordinate relocation support and help eligible families navigate the process.

HAS and YRC will communicate important information to residents as redevelopment progresses. Residents may contact HAS Resident Services or their property management office for information about relocation assistance and available support services.

About the Housing Authority of Savannah

The Housing Authority of Savannah provides affordable housing and supportive services to families throughout Savannah, with a focus on housing stability and access to opportunity.

About the Yamacraw Resident Council

The Yamacraw Resident Council is an elected group of residents representing the interests of the Yamacraw Village community. The council’s purpose is to give residents a voice in decisions affecting their homes and neighborhood.

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