"Humanizing the narrative around 'housing for all' is an important step in gaining broader acceptance and support for housing policies and regulations." Understanding the need for affordable housing, providing diverse housing options for a variety of individuals, and effectively conveying a community's housing goals in master planning projects are essential for fostering an equitable and sustainable future. MIG's Mark De La Torre, Deputy Director of Denver Operations and Director of Visualization, expands on this in his article "Master Planning: Consider Affordable Housing" in the August publication of the Colorado Real Estate Journal. Check it out at: https://bit.ly/3qnHCav
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Addressing the need for more affordable housing options continues to be top of mind for our community. With recent statewide housing policy changes calling for more middle housing and increased density, Vancouver is faced with an exciting opportunity to create policies that support a more livable, equitable and affordable housing future. Join us on Dec. 6 to learn about and discuss new state-level requirements, current and future housing policies in Vancouver and ways you can get involved in shaping what the future of housing looks like in our growing city. https://lnkd.in/gQ5cjJdc
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In the article below, Lee Patke, Executive Director of Greccio Housing, shares GPR's journey of the Bentley Commons Development- from a dream to reality. Affordable housing isn't just about shelter; it's about preserving our community's vitality. As Erika Tunson, principal of Monterey Elementary, rightly points out, it's an investment in our future, ensuring teachers and families in Southeast #ColoradoSprings can thrive without the burden of high housing costs. Read the full article here➡https://lnkd.in/dqj4BM-g
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Do you have burning thoughts on housing in the City of Leduc? If so, consider completing a survey that Urban Systems and the City of Leduc are currently fielding! You can find out more about the project here: https://lnkd.in/ddDcCJVR
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As Inside Housing turned 40 last week, we are taking this opportunity to reflect on four decades of housing history, spanning housing scandals, policy changes, and tragedies that defined the sector. Take a look down the housing sector's memory lane through the video below and discover some of the landmark moments for the sector in the past four decades. Discover the in-depth timelines of each decade by subscribing to Inside Housing. https://lnkd.in/empScYcQ #Ukhousing #housinghistory #affordablehousing
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Spikes in rent, unaffordable and unlivable housing, small businesses shutting down, evictions by developers: urban dwellers are facing a housing crisis across major cities in North America. In response, there has been a growing grassroots movement of tenant and working class communities coming together to take land off the speculative real estate market and reserve it for community benefit. This February, join Chiyi T., a leader in the Community Land Trust movement, for the what, why, and how of community land trusts in this online course. This is an ideal course for anyone with curiosity for alternatives to our current housing and real estate system. This course includes an introduction to: - property and land ownership issues, including colonial private property relations - anti-capitalist approaches to land and participatory models of land use - case studies of Indigenous-led, Black-led, and Chinatown community land trusts in North America - debates, case studies, theoretical literature, and practical tools concerning the CLT movement in North America Saturdays February 3, 10, 17, 24 Time: 12pm - 1:30pm ET on Zoom For more details: https://shorturl.at/anDFZ *Fully-funded spots available*
Introduction to Community Land Trusts | Estuary Institute
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Lower Purchase Price: By excluding the land cost, homes in Austin’s CLT become more accessible compared to standard market rates, a boon for affordability in Austin's growing housing market. Read more 👉 https://lttr.ai/AKy4B #RevolutionizingAffordableHomeownership #TrustRetainsOwnership #EquityGrowthOpportunities #SecureHomeownershipPath #ResalePriceCaps
Exploring Austin’s Community Land Trust Program: A Gateway to Affordable Homeownership
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In our latest blog post, "Bridging the Affordable Housing Gap," we dive into the innovative solutions Northwest Michigan Habitat for Humanity is implementing to tackle the critical affordable housing crisis in Emmet and Charlevoix counties. From addressing the stark need for over 4,000 new housing units to our ambitious plan of building 43 houses by 2025, they are making strides to ensure everyone has a safe place to call home. To learn more about how they're making a difference in Michigan, check out our latest blog! https://bit.ly/4cgf0Tk
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There is an urgent need to increase housing stock in Main Street districts, and preservation can be an important tool to help achieve that goal. A new program from HUD will offer grants from $1M to $10M to increase housing growth and low barriers to affordable housing development. Main Streeters can leverage this opportunity in partnership with applicants advocating for the use of preservation tools and incentives to close the gap on project funding and implementation. Learn more >https://bit.ly/3PJyYvM
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The fourth and final key strategy outlined in the Tulsa Housing Strategy calls for improved processes and policies to bolster housing development. To achieve this objective, it's essential to advocate for, align and refine policies to eliminate obstacles to housing development across all categories. Crucial components include enhanced communication for housing needs and increased support and resources at the state level. Here are the priority actions aligned with this strategy: ➣ Form a Housing Coalition. ➣ Improve the development review and approval process. ➣ Continue to amend the zoning code to remove barriers for housing. ➣ Create an affordable housing priority program. Read more about the Tulsa Housing Strategy here: https://bit.ly/4aSVye9
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