Fair Share Housing Center

MUST READ: Today's New York Times features a deep dive on New Jersey's Mount Laurel Doctrine, which requires each municipality to provide its fair share of affordable housing. Many U.S. states could benefit from a framework like New Jersey's. With the U.S. in the worst housing affordability crisis of our lifetimes, this moment demands that we think big. Learn more:

Today, we're co-publishing a new report with Housing and Community Development Network of New Jersey to guide municipal leaders, planners, developers, nonprofits and residents through NJ's affordable housing development process. Learn more and read the report: https://lnkd.in/ecYhy-G2

Every month we compile affordable housing opportunities in New Jersey from our partners and community resources. To view this month's opportunities go to the link in our bio.

“I believe these politicians are badly underestimating their constituents. I'm convinced the majority of families in these towns do not harbor ugly fears of people who might be of a different color and income level. These families realize that if their communities meet their fair share obligations through a well-planned community-based effort, the character of their communities will not be changed. They know, as I do from long professional experience, that families moving into affordable housing are typically hardworking people caught in a squeeze by the astronomical cost of housing in New Jersey.”

Thanksgiving is a time when family and friends can gather at home to celebrate, share a meal, and reconnect. Affordable housing ensures that everyone, regardless of their financial situation, has a place to host these gatherings and create memories. #thanksgiving

Congratulations to Habitat for Humanity of South Central New Jersey for breaking ground on their newest affordable housing development in Cinnaminson, NJ. A total of 6 units will be built with 3 of the units reserved for income-qualified veterans. A special thank you to the Township of Cinnaminson for providing affordable housing to those who need it most.

In this new op-ed, Barbara Dunn spells out why NJ's local leaders should embrace our affordable housing law: "This is not just a moral crisis. It's a practical crisis as well. How can our state survive if the workers we depend on can't afford to live here?"

I'm looking to buy a home in the near future and in my research I found New Jersey Citizen Action (NJCA)'s First Time Home Buyer program. They have been a tremendous help as they have held my hand throughout this process. Check out this blog post I wrote about my experience. https://lnkd.in/e2Vi3nNN

Dreaming of owning a home but feeling overwhelmed by the process? You're not alone. Our Communication Strategist, Orlando, is on his own journey to homeownership — and he’s sharing what he has learned through New Jersey Citizen Action (NJCA)'s First Time Home Buyer programs. Find out how they can help you too! Our latest blog post has the details 👉 https://ow.ly/FPKB50U6c6w #HomebuyingJourney #FirstTimeHomebuyer #NJCA #Homeownership #FinancialFreedom #NewJersey #AffordableHousing #RealTalk #MortgageHelp #HomebuyingTips

Every month we compile affordable housing opportunities in Jew Jersey from our parnters and community resources. To view this month's opportunities go to the link in our bio.