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🌟 Fostering a Harmonious Condo Community 🌟  Condo owners have rights, duties and responsibilities. Here is how you can exercise them to help foster harmonious condo communities: Stay Engaged: Read updates, notices and financials that your board sends you. Ask for records through proper channels when you want more information.   Get Involved: Your vote counts! Make sure to attend your AGM and other owners’ meetings and vote on important matters. Volunteer: Why not run for election yourself? Being on your condo board can be a rich and rewarding experience. CAO’s training helps you prepare.   Be Respectful: Share your concerns and be open to discussing them in an open and collaborative way. Find out more about owners' rights, duties and responsibilities: https://bit.ly/3LvMi4Y  #CondoCommunity #Accountability #CommunityEngagement #CondoLiving 

Communities in Scotland are reclaiming ownerless land. A new scheme from the King's and Lord Treasurer's Remembrancer will allow communities across Scotland to take over ownerless land and buildings. This is monumental for Scotland. It paves the way for community collaboration and land rehabilitation by offering the chance to repurpose property. The village of Muirkirk has already taken advantage, as The Guardian reports. What was previously an acre square of crumbling tarmac is in the process of being transformed into a community garden and picnic pitstop. England's 'bona vacantia' policy currently means the ownerless property is distributed to the crown, which has led to 'The Empty Housing Scandal'. Opposers to the English policy are often labelled anti-monarchist. I don't believe they are - but I do think this is one feudal system that firmly belongs in the past, not future. I can't wait to see local initiatives transform the ownerless landscapes of Scotland. And, it will be interesting to see if the rest of the UK follows in Scotland's footsteps. Learn more about Scotland's Ownerless Property Transfer Scheme from the Guardian article in the comments below. #scottishbusiness #community #sustainability

Day two of the #HousingCentral conference. Premier David Eby speaking to the importance of housing, the impact of 150,000 that moved into BC last year, and how we have to stand up for housing. This includes politicians, community members…..everyone. #affordablehousing #AltusGroup. #DevelopmentAdvisory.

Friday marks the 7th anniversary of the Grenfell Tower fire, which claimed 72 lives. This tragedy highlighted the inequalities in our society, particularly in housing safety for low-income and ethnically diverse communities.   Despite promises of reform, progress has been slow. Many buildings still have unsafe cladding, and numerous families live in substandard conditions. This ongoing issue highlights the need for urgent housing policy reforms and stricter safety regulations.   We must ensure that such a tragedy never happens again and work towards a fairer, safer, and more equitable society.   Like many organisations we will be observing a day of silence across all our media channels on Friday. #Grenfell #NeverForget #HousingEquality #SocialJustice #UKHousingCrisis

In the run up to an election in which housing is likely to be a major faultline, the web site CapX will be celebrating the way our planning system is working to save the country from the blight of affordable housing or decent infrastructure. Every week or so the site will be examining a particular case in which something could have been built but, thanks to the sterling effort of the Britain’s hard working Nimbys, actually wasn’t. First off, the strange case of the Bethnal Green Mulberry Tree… https://lnkd.in/eEdM7mdN #housing #planning #affordablehousing #housingcrisis

Discover the 491 ideas captured from residents for improving the Byker Community Trust housing estate! 🏘️💡 #communityimprovement #BykerHousingEstate https://lnkd.in/eFPPYKn6

It's the last day of Fair Housing Month, and we've had a blast sharing Fair Housing facts with our community! For our professional friends who may not be in the affordable housing industry, here is a great tool to explain the Fair housing Act and who is covered in the simplest terms. #FairHousingMonth #affordablehousing #lifelonglearning #information #housing #dothanhousing #youareourwhy #fairhousingact

Thrilled to highlight the exceptional tenant engagement efforts of Red Kite Community Housing! As a tenant-led, not-for-profit, charitable housing organisation, they're setting the standard for community and tenant engagement. Here's a snapshot of their impactful approach: 🗣Effective Communication: Red Kite Community Housing prioritises communication channels that resonate with their tenants. From personal visits to phone calls and thoughtful letters, they ensure clear and consistent dialogue. 💥Commitment to Follow-Up: Every agreement made is honored and confirmed in writing, reinforcing trust and accountability within the community. 💫Swift Mediation: Issues are addressed promptly through mediation, fostering open dialogue and effective conflict resolution. 🛎Empathy and Support: Recognising the unique needs of each tenant, particularly for vulnerable individuals.

🏠 Question 1 read by Zoe: "What specific plans do you have to address affordable housing issues in Guildford and ensure that residents have access to suitable and affordable accommodation?" #GuildfordElection2024 #AffordableHousing #CommunityEngagement Feel free to use this enhanced post to encourage community engagement and participation in discussing affordable housing issues in Guildford. 📢 **Important Message** We regret that due to space constraints, we couldn't include all six candidates in the cab discussions. However, we invite John Hugh Morris from The Peace Party and Dennis Saunders from Reform UK to share their answers in the comments section. Your input is valuable in shaping our community's future. Let's hear from all candidates to make informed decisions together! #GuildfordElection2024 #CommunityEngagement

The Live Local Act is sparking controversy in Wynwood. Balancing the community's essence with the need for affordable housing is crucial. 🌆🏠  What's your perspective? Join the discussion. #WynwoodDistrict #UrbanDevelopment #HousingPolicy