Disney to build 1,300 units of affordable housing near its Central Florida theme parks

Addressing an acute need for affordable housing, Disney is making 80 acres of land available for 1,300 homes. The development will be located just outside Walt Disney World in Orlando and is being planned with the aim of fostering a strong community.

Housing will be available to both Disney workers and the general public. Nearby Flamingo Crossings Town Center — also owned by Disney — offers 'lodging, retail and dining in a pedestrian-friendly environment' and is breaking ground on an emergency care facility.

Disney isn't the only Florida theme park to tackle the housing crisis; last month, Universal announced that it is setting aside 20 acres of prime land in the heart of Orlando's tourist corridor to be used for 1,000 units of affordable/mixed-income housing.