Through collaborative partnerships with local and state stakeholders, Zunamon will usher in NRP’s first affordable and workforce housing offerings in the state

The NRP Group, a vertically integrated, best-in-class developer, builder, and manager of multifamily housing, today announced the hire of Bill Zunamon as Vice President of Development. This strategic hire marks NRP's expansion beyond market-rate developments in Florida to include affordable and workforce housing projects. Zunamon will report to Aaron Pechota, Executive Vice President of Development at The NRP Group.

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Bill Zunamon; courtesy of The NRP Group

“The demand for affordable housing in Florida is undeniable and with this new hire, we’re poised to meet this challenge head-on,” said Aaron Pechota, Executive Vice President of Development. “With his leadership and expertise, Bill's appointment reinforces NRP's unwavering commitment to expanding access to quality housing options for all Floridians, regardless of socioeconomic status. With Bill at the helm, we are ready to make significant strides in providing new affordable housing solutions that positively impact communities throughout the entire state."

With a proven track record of delivering affordable housing across Florida, Zunamon will play a crucial role in establishing NRP's affordable project portfolio in the state. In his new position, Zunamon will collaborate directly with nonprofit organizations, public housing authorities, and governmental agencies at all levels to identify and execute projects that address the state’s pressing housing needs.

Zunamon has extensive experience in the affordable housing sector, having previously served as Vice President of Development at McDowell Housing Partners (MHP). During his tenure at MHP, Zunamon was responsible for securing financing and overseeing the origination of fourteen LIHTC developments, totaling over 2,000 workforce and affordable housing units throughout Florida.

“I’m excited to establish innovative partnerships that ensure affordable housing becomes a reality for Floridians in need,” said Zunamon. “Amid the state’s surging housing crisis, our commitment to providing affordable housing remains strong, ensuring that every individual and family has a place to call home in these challenging times. It’s not merely a duty, but a profound opportunity to make a tangible difference in the lives of many."

Zunamon brings with him a vast network of industry connections spanning nonprofit organizations, public housing authorities, local governments, and housing agencies on various levels. He is an active member of Florida’s Coalition of Attainable Housing Providers (CAHP) and regularly engages with various organizations dedicated to attainable and workforce housing initiatives.

Zunamon received a Bachelor’s degree in Real Estate and Entrepreneurship from the University of Wisconsin.

About The NRP Group

The NRP Group is a vertically integrated developer, owner, builder, and manager of best-in-class multifamily housing with a mission to create exceptional rental housing communities for individuals and families, regardless of income. Since its founding in 1994, NRP has developed more than 50,000 apartment homes and currently manages over 25,000 residential units.

Through its disciplined approach to vetting opportunities, NRP has established a track record of delivering impressive returns for investors. The company’s formidable size and depth of talent provide the experience and infrastructure necessary to execute developments of varying degrees of complexity and scope in both urban-infill and suburban locations, including market-rate, affordable, mixed-income, and senior housing.

The NRP Group is consistently ranked in the Top 10 largest developers and builders in the U.S. by the National Multifamily Housing Council and by Affordable Housing Finance. The NRP Group is a winner of the National Association of Home Builders Multifamily Pillars of the Industry award for “Builder of the Year,” and a four-time recipient of the same award for “Development Firm of the Year.” The NRP Group has become the top multifamily developer in the U.S. that creates both affordable and market-rate housing at a national scale. Based on its nearly 30 years of experience and expertise, NRP now provides construction and property management services to outside owners and developers. For additional information, visit www.nrpgroup.com.

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