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Will this kind of trend, from both public and private funds, be the solution for #housing woes? From inner cities to suburbs, as well as outer ring communities and second home markets - can all-price-point redevelopment drive the biggest economic and social boon in a hundred years? #infill #realestate #newconstruction #zoning #hardassets

Will this kind of trend, from both public and private funds, be the solution for #housing woes? From inner cities to suburbs, as well as outer ring communities and second home markets - can all-price-point redevelopment drive the biggest economic and social boon in a hundred years? #infill #realestate #newconstruction #zoning #hardassets https://lnkd.in/gXE2f24Y

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

🏘️ Housing with Heart: A New Milestone with New Chelsea Society At Chelsea Gardens & Marine, we’re witnessing something remarkable: True communities are being formed! Through our partnership, we’re seeing: - Deep friendships blossoming - Residents breaking out of isolation - A stronger sense of shared ownership and belonging We’re proud to partner with New Chelsea Society in this journey, and special thanks to these leaders: Ahmed Omran (CEO), Jennifer Walsh (CFO), Scott Stewart, REBECA ROBLES (Projects), Gaby (Site Manager), fouz Mohamed and Spyros Theodoridis (Snr Site Managers), the Minivillage Coordinators and Volunteer Champions - for making it happen. At Minivillage, we know housing isn’t just about spaces — it’s about creating environments where people feel they belong, are supported, and grow together. Our model delivers measurable outcomes over three years - both socially and financially. Communities like New Chelsea Gardens and Marine are expected to see: - Neighbours supporting neighbours, creating stronger, connected communities - Improved resident well-being, with better social health and less isolation - Financial returns for property operators through lower maintenance costs, fewer disputes, and higher retention rates 🌟Calling Nonprofit Housing Leaders in BC: Are you ready to create vibrant, engaged communities in your housing populations? We’ve just opened new partnership spots starting in early 2025. Contact mark.boardman@minivillage.ca to find out more. #CommunityFirst #HousingWithHeart #SocialImpact #HousingTransformation

Big news in Boston Real Estate- Dorchester's St. Mary's Center is set to receive a new affordable housing facility. With 40 units up for grabs, this is a promising model combining low-income housing, community, and commerce. But it does spark questions. Are we doing enough to provide a pathway from homelessness to home ownership in our developments? Consider this: 11 out of the 40 units in this project are reserved for families transitioning from homelessness. That’s a sight for sore eyes. But can we do more? Safe, affordable housing is pivotal for community growth, and this project amplifies the role real estate plays in changing lives. Now, reflect on your property portfolio- how does it support families in need? How can you integrate affordability into your real estate strategy without compromising growth? How can your projects foster community cohesion? If these questions leave you scratching your head, it might be time for a chat. Drop me a line- let’s explore ways to make Boston Real Estate accessible for everyone without compromising your business growth. Because in our concrete jungles, there’s room for everyone to thrive if we pave the way. #BostonRealEstate #Boston #BostonRealtor #TurcoGroup #eXpRealty #BostonCondo #BostonHome #MovemetoBoston

In yesterday's Calgary Herald there is an article about Trellis Society's proposed development of a 50 unit affordable housing building. As has been the case for much of the negative reaction to the initiative, it is both ill-informed and not about a playground. It is an important read, because it helps highlight the very real NIMBYism that closes the door on those who have no place to live by those that have long enjoyed the privilege of home. In short, it protects the past even if it means that families will remain homeless. You can read it here: https://lnkd.in/d_V_SCvp There is also a petition to 'save the park' that includes 15 different paragraphs on the rationale to oppose the 50 homes. Though there is one paragraph that talks about the value of having access to the park, it uses the 14 other paragraphs to spell out NIMBYism in full: negatively impact OUR quality of life, be unsightly, disruptive and affect home values, disrupt harmony and lead to interpersonal conflict, block views and have sun ‘bouncing off windows,' be an invasion of privacy, create awful sounds of construction and detritus and clutter, new neighbours will add garbage, smells, noise and arguing, bring risks to first responders and create a claustrophobic atmosphere. So, not so much about a park after all. In our city, and across the country, there is a housing crisis. When you read this petition and the article in the Herald, you can see why that might be. Those with back yards want to make sure that any new development is not in theirs. If you would like to speak up about this development, or to learn more, please visit this link: https://lnkd.in/g2eHd6wv. It outlines what we are intending and offers a place for comments at the bottom of the page. We welcome your feedback, for or against. Just please be authentic about why you hold that opinion. Be well and take care of one another.  

Check out this article from the Calgary Herald on Trellis Society's proposed 50-unit affordable housing development, which exposes the real NIMBYism behind the opposition; if you'd like to speak up or learn more about the development, visit the link below and share your thoughts.

The research is clear: mixed-income housing is key to upLifting Orlando. 📊 70% of young adult Americans said that it was harder for them to afford a home than it was for their parents’ generation. In October 2021, about half of Americans (49%) said this was a major problem where they live—and this is up 10 percentage points from early 2018. Affording a home is now an American challenge; we need one another to learn how to handle this challenge best. For over a decade, Lift Orlando has been working with residents to create mixed-income housing opportunities, bringing beautiful homes to places like Pendana at West Lakes and Pendana Senior Residences. Both were created thanks to our phenomenal partner Columbia Residential. You can upLift your neighbor with Lift Orlando, too. Give to support the Love is Local campaign at loveislocalorlando.com ********************************** Read more about the research here ⬇️ https://lnkd.in/e4gH_yR5

🚨 L.A. is making history on Skid Row! Over the past year, nearly 1,000 people who once called the streets home have moved into permanent housing, thanks to the $280-million Skid Row Action Plan. - This initiative isn’t just about finding a roof—it's about restoring dignity and hope. With nearly 2,000 more placed in shelters, the program is on track to permanently house 2,500 people within three years. This is a powerful example of how focused efforts can change lives and transform our communities. The work isn’t done, but the progress is real, and it’s making a difference. #LACounty #SkidRowActionPlan #HomelessCrisis #PublicSafety #CommunityFirst

I appreciate initiatives like this that help enhance the quality of our transit stations 🚉 Putting a spotlight on the Chestnut Hill West line in particular is important, especially with fears of the line's closure looming in the not so distant future. #urbanplanning #publictransport