From Everett to Milton, we all want an affordable place to live and easy ways to get around. In our newest report with Boston Indicators, we explore how housing density near public transportation can create thriving, diverse communities. Check it out! https://lnkd.in/gt4Q7maZ
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James Ketley joined us in May 2023, following 14 years serving in the public sector at Trafford Council and Salford City Council. So, who better than him to discuss the value of development frameworks when it comes to spatial planning. ⬇️ In the article linked below, we look at... The public sector's experience of development frameworks The key ingredients to a development framework a council should embrace And the success of framework delivery at Greengate Find out more via EK Unlocked... 🔓 https://lnkd.in/ef3J6A7c
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Talking about how we might redesign the ways we organize housing with Kai had me pondering the American dream's focus on the single family home as the pinnacle of security, as the single most important wealth-building asset for most people, and as the thing most out of reach for so many.
Kai Lord-Farmer is well positioned to see the first emergent stages of experiments in affordable housing. With a background in urban planning, he has a keen interest in how we might address the rising cost of living in the region. In this radio show, hosted by Hélène Lesterlin, Kai goes through a variety of approaches that might challenge you to think about private property and housing challenges in new ways. Have a listen to the archive on Radio Kingston: https://lnkd.in/e3AzvZeH
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✅Helps the city ✅Helps Peoria residents ✅Helps the state Andrea Robinson speaks with Mayor Jason Beck about the Peoria Innovation Core (PIC) and how the landmark Intergovernmental Agreement with the Arizona State Land Department will benefit the City of Peoria. Watch here ⤵️ Learn more: https://lnkd.in/gEPtu3bk
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Housing, Financial Security, Criminal Justice Expert; VP of Housing Policy, Grounded Solutions Network
Just reupping that in May 2025, Grounded Solutions Network will hold our conference, Policy. Practice. Power, in DC. Never to early to budget and plan for a Spring visit to the nation's capital to join us to advance housing with lasting affordability. See below: https://lnkd.in/eRwMTP88
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The Chesapeake City Council unanimously adopted the Chesapeake Trails and Connectivity Plan (TConn) last month, with our Virginia & Washington, D.C. Manager, Elliott Caldwell, playing a key role on the steering committee. This plan, combined with our work to close a critical gap in the Dismal Swamp Canal Trail at the Virginia-North Carolina border, represents significant momentum for improving bike and pedestrian infrastructure in the region. Let’s keep building safer, more connected communities! Learn more here: https://lnkd.in/emRTX2YS
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The City of Foley recently completed the pilot program for its façade improvement grant and plans to make it a permanent program. Learn how the Benton Economic Partnership supported this initiative. https://lnkd.in/eCS-tuWV
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We're excited to share a broad overview of the 2025 Legislative Agenda for the Washington Multi-Family Housing Association! In this video, we walk through our key priorities and initiatives aimed at shaping the future of housing in Washington State. From affordable housing solutions to impactful policy reforms, we're committed to making a real difference for the communities we serve. Watch to learn more about our vision for 2025 and how we plan to advocate for sustainable growth and a stronger housing market. 💪 Carter Nelson Nicholas Marin-Kumko https://lnkd.in/eKR4tEsg
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When low-income families achieve economic mobility, their success strengthens communities and the entire region. Read some of the many inspiring success stories and what the new Transformative Services Department means for St. Louis’ future: https://lnkd.in/gJwiz2di
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We're looking forward to this upcoming roundtable co-sponsored by the Metropolitan Washington Council of Governments on housing and historic preservation in the DC region! In October, the Trust was awarded a $65,000 grant from the Metropolitan Washington Council of Governments Housing Affordability Planning Program (HAPP) in support of our rehabilitation of #historic 1220 Maple View Place, SE (Big Green) into multi-unit affordable housing in #HistoricAnacostia. The Metropolitan Washington Council of Governments awards grants to area local governments or non-profit housing developers engaged in the planning, approval, or development of #affordable housing near transit stations. HAPP grants are funded by the Amazon Housing Equity Fund. #housing #planning #historicpreservation #DC #grant
Join ACHP Chair Sara C. Bronin in Washington D.C. at 9:30 a.m. Thursday, December 12 for a third Housing and Historic Preservation Roundtable, focused on how the Washington, D.C. region can implement policies to identify solutions to their housing needs using historic buildings. This event, which will take place at 777 North Capital St. NE, is generously co-sponsored by the Metropolitan Washington Council of Governments and the ACHP Foundation and will feature leaders in housing, planning, and historic preservation. For more details and registration information, go to: https://lnkd.in/edNi8d-T Greater Greater Washington DC Preservation League City of Alexandria, Virginia U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development National Trust for Historic Preservation National Alliance of Preservation Commissions
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In our newest working paper, San Jose State University Professor of Urban and Regional Planning Shishir Mathur evaluates the San Joaquin County Regional Transportation Impact Fee (RTIF), a land value capture tool coordinated by the San Joaquin Council of Governments. Check out his assessment of the RTIF’s fee utilization rate, horizontal and vertical equity, and transferability: https://lnkd.in/eaBraJi9 Department of Urban and Regional Planning
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