Apartment complex for the chronically homeless

The city of Austin and Integral Care mental health authority have partnered to open the Terrace at Oak Springs, an apartment complex for 50 residents who will be able to receive care on-site. The goal of the complex, which is under construction on Oak Springs Drive just west of Airport Boulevard, is to assist the chronically homeless who are struggling with mental illness or substance abuse disorders. Residents will sign a lease and be held to the agreement or face eviction. The 40,000-square-foot complex is expected to open in May, with Integral Care and the Austin Police Department pledging to work together to address safety and other quality-of-life issues that may arise.