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Prioritizing public land for affordable housing is one tool in cities & counties’ toolboxes that can lower the costs of new housing development—or improve housing access in key locations.

Comment: Inclusionary Zoning requiring all residential developments to provide a substantial portion (i.e., 20%) of all residential units be affordable to workforce, moderate and lower income is the ONLY mechanism that will actually increase the supply of housing. Everything after Zoning is triaging the limited supply.

The NZ Housing Survey seeks to provide the evidence that's been missing about the kind of housing people want and need, and understand any differences in what is currently available to them. https://lnkd.in/gHV6YReg #housing #accessiblehousing #seniors #housingneeds #community #communityplanning

🏠📰Annual Review: Affordable Housing Development Programme A report published by Stratford-on-Avon District Council shows that over the last five years, it has delivered more affordable homes than any other local authority in the local area. The District Council tops the list with a total number of 2,522 new affordable homes being delivered from 2018 to 2023 with Birmingham City Council coming in second with 2,483. The report also shows that more social rent homes, the cheapest form of affordable homes, were built in Stratford-on-Avon District than elsewhere. Read more 👉https://ow.ly/TAK750U781f

Affordable Housing in Cape Coral: A Step Forward for Families and Communities Sharing this story about the new affordable housing community in Cape Coral. I like what this means for families and community members. With the rising cost of living and wages not keeping up with market demands, initiatives like this are essential. They improve quality of life, remove some financial burden on families, and create opportunities for people who qualify to live in stable, accessible homes. I also understand developments like this sometimes face objections. Here’s why this initiative is a win for everyone: Taxpayer Value: Affordable housing creates long-term benefits, including a more stable workforce and stronger economic growth for the region. Positive Market Impact: Unlike housing "projects" of the past. Well-designed and managed communities like this, have the potential to blend seamlessly into neighborhoods, contributing positively rather than disrupting local property values. Community Integration: Affordable housing primarily serves local families and essential workers—people who are already invested in the area and want to grow here. Breaking Stigma: Modern affordable housing projects are thoughtfully designed, high-quality developments that enrich neighborhoods rather than detract from them. Building Connections: Diversity is a STRENGTH, and initiatives like this help foster a more inclusive and supportive community. Applications for this development are now open, and there are income requirements and caps based on HUD's annual income limits, which are adjusted according to household size. Together, we can create communities where everyone has a fair chance to thrive. Isn't that what we want? #capecoral #realestate #commuity #affordablehousing

It’s near impossible to raise a family in LA on a middle class income today. This is purely due to the lack of affordable housing in our city. Here’s a map of highlighting the residential zoning map of LA. 72% of the city is exclusively single-family zoning. The most equitable and fastest way to scale housing production will be opening up these zones to more density.

BBC News has described the Church Commissioners' and @English Rural Housing Association scheme in Shepherdswell, Kent, as 'a blueprint for the future' of affordable housing in rural communities across England: https://lnkd.in/eqFMGctv The mix of apartments and two and three-bedroom houses will permanently remain as affordable housing and will only be available to those with ties to Shepherdswell, ensuring that local people have secure, safe places to live in their own community. Schemes like these are essential for tackling a desperate shortage in rural affordable housing, with waiting lists growing ten times faster than in urban areas, according to the @National Housing Federation. We continue to work with communities, local authorities and housing associations to identify opportunities to deliver much-needed, high-quality affordable housing in rural locations.

How can we solve the housing crisis? Housing affordability in 2024 is the worst on record, with too few affordable dwellings available to buy or rent. Add to this a historical disinvestment in the supply of social housing and a growing rate of homelessness, and Australia is staring down the barrel of a housing crisis that will impact generations to come. Dr Dorina Pojani and Stephanie Wyeth joined other UQ experts to discuss this important topic. https://lnkd.in/gcd-6Nxs

ADUs have typically faced resistance in neighborhoods of primarily single-family dwellings, but could provide much needed affordable housing. https://lnkd.in/gp3Hd9bQ #affordablehousing #affordablehousingfinance #communityimpact

🏡 Rural housing is at a critical juncture. With social housing making up just 9% of rural stock (compared to 17% in urban areas), there’s an urgent need to address barriers to affordable development. In their latest article, Ursula Bennion, chief executive of Trent & Dove housing, and Jo Lavis, director of Rural Housing Solutions, highlight findings from the report There’s a will – here’s the way. 📊 They outline solutions to challenges like: 🗺️ Shortage of suitable sites 💷 High costs of small rural schemes 🏗️ Planning delays 🤝 Limited community support Discover their practical recommendations for unlocking affordable homes and driving inclusive growth in rural areas. 🌱 Read more: https://lnkd.in/ea6Mkj4x #RuralHousing #AffordableHomes #UKhousing #SocialImpact #BuildingCommunities