Hunter Lundy Leads Effort to Bring Lake Charles Affordable Housing to Life
- Hunter Lundy
- Jul 25
- 2 min read
Answering the Call for Lake Charles Affordable Housing
In the wake of devastating hurricanes and years of rebuilding efforts, the people of Southwest Louisiana, particularly in Lake Charles, have endured long-term displacement, inflated construction costs, and a lack of safe, reliable housing. Now, attorney and community advocate Hunter Lundy is stepping forward to help drive a bold solution.
Partnering with Pensmore, an innovative building technology company, Hunter is leading discussions with government officials, contractors, developers, and community leaders to introduce a sustainable model for Lake Charles affordable housing that is also storm-resilient and long-lasting.
Why Lake Charles Needs This Now
At the heart of this effort is Pensmore’s Insulated Concrete Form (ICF) construction, a building method known for its disaster resilience, energy efficiency, and low long-term costs. These homes are designed to withstand the severe storms that regularly impact the region.
By using ICF construction for Lake Charles affordable housing, the project aims to:
Reduce insurance and utility costs for homeowners
Create more secure, long-lasting homes
Establish a model of resilient housing across the Gulf South
Lake Charles Is Just the Beginning
The first phase will begin in Lake Charles, one of the hardest-hit communities in recent years. But the broader vision is to develop a scalable model for affordable, sustainable housing across Louisiana and neighboring states.
“This is more than just rebuilding,” says Hunter. “It’s a chance to rethink how we protect and empower our communities; starting with Lake Charles affordable housing.”
Bringing Leaders Together for a Stronger Future
This initiative is driven by collaboration. Hunter is engaging local officials, builders, and regional leaders to ensure the plan is practical, inclusive, and built to last. With the right support, this could be a turning point for affordable housing and long-term disaster recovery in Louisiana.
