Missouri Turns Empty Offices Into Homes | Wichita News

Wichita News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jul 1, 2026 · 1m

Missouri’s rolling out a bold new plan to fight its housing shortage by turning abandoned office buildings into homes—thanks to a 25% tax credit for developers. The goal? Revive downtowns, reuse existing structures, and add much-needed housing without starting from scratch. But it’s not easy: outdated layouts, safety upgrades, and costly retrofits pose real challenges. Still, the upside is huge—economic revitalization, reduced construction waste, and potential cost savings. The catch? Buildings must be at least 25 years old and located in designated Innovation Zones, with a statewide cap of…