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Costs of Seattle's 'Safe Lot' for Homeless in Cars Questioned

The city has proposed a "safe lot" for homeless residents living out of their cars, but the cost could run above $1,000 a person.

October 22, 2019 - Seattle Times

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A 'Safe' Parking Lot for the Homeless Proposed in San Francisco

If approved, a new facility in San Francisco will allow homeless people living in RVs and vans a safe place to park. Access to support services will also be available at the site.

July 17, 2019 - San Francisco Chronicle

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SROs Are Getting People Off the Streets in Portland

Single-room-occupancy hotels are providing much-needed affordable housing for the city’s most vulnerable residents.

May 10, 2019 - Oregon Live

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