What: An analysis of local market conditions and identifying what tools are available to support local housing goals
When: The process begins after the specifics of housing need (amounts, types, etc.) have been determined
The Process:
What: A close analysis of land use code, housing policies, and development review processes to find opportunities to make the code more favorable to affordable housing development
When: This process is used when trying to reshape an outdated code or when a code isn’t resulting in the types of development the community wants to see
The Process:
What: Support for communities wanting to advocate for changes in local land use or housing policy
When: We engage this process when a collective needs capacity and focus to help move forward a project or goal, or when a community group is seeking education on housing, development, or land use issues
The Process:
What: A site specific analysis of a potential development program. This work can include identification of development program, development cost estimates, proforma development, and fund identification
When: A project sponsor has site control and is interested in developing income restricted rental or for-sale housing on the property
The Process:
What: Primary and secondary research supporting the understanding of current housing conditions and comparative analysis to inform policy changes
When: This process is helpful any time an entity is seeking a deeper understanding of root causes, or is interested in how peers have handled specific challenges
The Process:
What: Advice and support on a broad array of affordable housing issues ranging from organizational capacity building, to grant writing, and tackling specific housing challenges within a defined geography
When: When a project is at a sticking point, when role definition is not clear, when project leads do not have housing or affordable housing experience, or when assistance is needed in navigating funding options
The Process: