Omaha among 14 U.S. cities tapped for Bloomberg housing program; a goal is more ‘granny flats’

States Newsroom · October 24, 2026

OMAHA — Omaha is among 14 cities nationwide selected for a Bloomberg Philanthropies program intended to boost creation of local housing — particularly “accessory dwelling units,” known also as granny flats or in-law suites. Participation comes with up to $750,000 in grant funding, but local leaders say a key benefit…

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