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In a recent newsletter, the Grand Rapids Chamber outlined areas of focus that contribute to a region’s success: investing in amenities that improve quality of life, increasing housing, and boosting community safety. West Michigan is undergoing major developments and legislation that will continue to propel economic growth and offer much needed housing. Projects like the anticipated #Amphitheater and #FactoryYards will attract visitors and provide 1000+ housing units when completed. At the same time, the region is progressing in its development of workforce housing tools, revolving loan funds, and zoning grants that advance housing projects and remove regulatory barriers. West Michigan’s focus on successful economic growth and housing position it as an ideal market for renters, investors, and developers. Read the newsletter to learn more about its efforts to sustain its momentum, here: https://lnkd.in/d_3PbA-W #westmichigan #cre #development #housing #workforcehousing #multifamily #economicgrowth Kevin O'Reilly Scott Nurski

Want to ensure real estate development projects resonate with both respect and innovation? 🤝🛠️ Embrace the notion that real estate development is a two-way street. It’s about fostering relationships and co-creating a shared vision between the developer and the community. How to do this? ✔️Engage the community in the creation process (their insights will determine a project’s success beyond its aesthetic appeal) ✔️Support local schools or join in local festivities that hold importance to community members ✔️Position yourself as a lasting partner by hurting these forged connections ✔️Honor feedback and experiences to enhance future endeavors ✔️View every project as a bridge between the past, present, and envisioned future In Massachusetts, it’s about understanding the heartbeat of communities that make up this historic state, and the only key to success is a two-way street 🗝️ #mapoli #publicaffairs #publicpolicy #governmentrelations #governmentaffairs #strategiccommunications #communityrelations #realestate #consulting #realestatedevelopment

After City of Rochester , Ville de Paris 🧐😉 How remove an inner loop like a « périphérique » ? "When we were talking about this project a decade ago, it was in economic terms, pure benefit cost: Remove this highway, generate investment, benefits outweigh the costs by more than 2-to-1." Now, the conversation is "much more socially oriented. What impacts have these highways had on communities? What can be done to reverse that? How do we heal wounds and restore trust?" On top of a $75 million, 90,000-square-foot museum expansion completed last summer, 238 apartments, over 100 of which are for people making between 60% to 80% area median income, and 126-room Hampton Inn by Hilton hotel. Konar Properties Indus hospitality Anne Hidalgo Emmanuelle COSSE Jean-Philippe Dugoin-Clément Valérie Pécresse L'Institut Paris Region Région Île-de-France AORIF - L'Union sociale pour l'habitat d'Ile-de-France FPI IDF - Fédération des promoteurs immobiliers d'Île-de-France Pierre Bibet Julien PEMEZEC 🌲🌍 Bloomberg Bloomberg CityLab Bloomberg News LinkedIn Actualités Guillaume Voisard Vincent Lourier Yves-Marie Rolland Eric Tréguier L'Union des Architectes (Unsfa) Villes Vivantes Olivier Duparc Frédéric Ragueneau #architecture #urbanisme

Check out our Director of Fair Housing and Municipal Engagement, Whitney Demetrius, and CHAPA alum, Eric Shupin in this documentary!

For quite some time now, our focus at Thurston EDC has revolved around a powerful concept: "placemaking." It's all about creating an area that's not just a place to live and work but a place where people want to be, thrive, and prosper. And guess what? Our investment in our community has been paying off BIG time! Over the past decade, Thurston County has witnessed an incredible transformation. Our population has surged by a staggering 49,000 people, and here's the kicker: We're growing at higher proportional levels than our regional neighbors. Take a look at the graph above. That dotted line? That's the Washington State average population percentage growth. And where do we stand? Thurston County is soaring high above it! We've been, and we continue to be, a driving force for growth in our region. This isn't just about numbers on a chart; it's about the strength of our community. It's about the vibrant neighborhoods, the bustling businesses, and the countless opportunities that make Thurston County the place to be.

🏡 Exciting News: Successfully Completed the Fairhaven Housing Simulation! 🎉 Dear LinkedIn Network, I am thrilled to share a significant milestone in my journey towards understanding the complexities of the housing industry. I've had the opportunity to immerse myself in the Fairhaven Housing Simulation, and I'm proud to announce that I've successfully completed it! The Fairhaven Housing Simulation is an intensive and immersive experience that replicates the real-world challenges and decision-making processes faced by professionals in the housing sector. It's been an incredible learning journey, and I'd like to express my gratitude to the Fairhaven team for creating this invaluable educational tool. Throughout the simulation, I've had the chance to navigate through various scenarios, from property management and market analysis to community development and housing policy. It has allowed me to gain hands-on experience in addressing critical issues related to housing affordability, sustainability, and community well-being. Key takeaways from my Fairhaven Housing Simulation journey: 🏠 Holistic Approach: Housing is not just about bricks and mortar; it's about creating thriving, inclusive communities. This simulation reinforced the importance of considering social, environmental, and economic factors in housing development. 📊 Data-Driven Decision Making: Analyzing market data and trends is pivotal in making informed choices. The simulation emphasized the significance of data-driven insights for successful housing strategies. 🤝 Collaboration: Collaboration with stakeholders, from government agencies to nonprofit organizations, is essential for creating lasting positive impact in the housing sector. 🌟 Continuous Learning: The housing industry is dynamic, and my journey doesn't end here. I'm committed to staying updated and continuing my education in this field. I'm excited to apply the knowledge and skills I've gained from this simulation to my current and future endeavors in the housing sector. If you're interested in connecting or discussing housing-related topics, please feel free to reach out. Let's collaborate to make a difference in the world of housing! Thank you for your ongoing support, and here's to many more learning adventures ahead. 🚀 #Housing #FairhavenSimulation #RealEstate #CommunityDevelopment #DataDriven #ContinuousLearning

This was fun. 2% of the public trust property developers (according to some) I haven’t met many developers who loved the planners. And I’m sure that cuts both ways. Solving for the productivity crisis in our built environment is a mammoth challenge. We all need to work together and overcome these stereotypes if we’re going to deliver the quality homes and infrastructure our society needs. My company is small and our development is tiny. But it hasn’t stopped us from running the best community engagement program we know how to run. We’ve knocked on doors, we’ve invited locals to meetings, we’ve sat with them and we’ve showed them our plans and our heart. Property developers have a reputation as ruthless profiteers. I know a hundred. Not one of them is like that. Building homes is a noble calling. It is as critical as education, healthcare, justice and the rest. I’m not calling for a clap for developers. We don’t need it. We’ll get on with doing the job come rain or shine. But I am calling for a more constructive meeting of minds between developers, legislators, planners, inspectors, the media and local communities. We cannot possibly please all the people all of the time. But we can engineer win win win scenarios. #planningdelayishousingdecay #justgettingstarted

The City of Yes! The new proposed zoning concepts can change the City forever. Zoning is a quality-of-life issue, and the changes proposed could significantly impact the future of the City. I'm sharing the following graphic presentation to give you a better understanding of the proposal. #cityofyes #mayoradams #brookbrokers #nyczoning #brooklyn #bk #nyc #qualityoflife

Why do you think most cities, especially in Texas, experience growth more westerly before heading east?  This came up in the office this week, and had us thinking. - Is it a stigma; the west is better than east?   - Maybe something ancestrally ingrained in us to conquer the “Western” Frontier?  - Is it because the NW/W typically is upriver with higher elevations meaning cleaner water?  I read a few articles explaining during and after the Industrial Revolution most underserved families wound up on the east side of town because of lower demand and prices for housing.  In much of the northern hemisphere, prevailing winds come from the west causing pollution to drift eastward leading to lower air quality and less desirability to live. For Houston, imagine drawing a north/south line straight through downtown and examining the economic histories of each.  There are distinct differences in the opportunities that each “half” has seen in the life of our city. Fortunately, that is changing.  Continued growth in League City down Gulf Freeway, revitalization in EaDo, growth from Crosby to Dayton and up to Cleveland, and now even more investment in New Caney/Splendora! The Houston “West” is still seeing plenty of action, but it is great to see our city become more balanced and diverse.  Opportunity = Resiliency. #houstonrealestate #development #resilientfuture Sendero Real Estate

There is still time to have your say. “Create a town that people are proud to live in and excited to visit” We’re on a fact-finding mission and we need your help to understand what you as a resident, business or visitor to Bedford or Kempston think we need to make our towns places people are proud to live in and excited to visit. Here are some pointers to help with your thoughts and ideas: Why do you come to our town centres? How can we brighten up our town centres? How can Bedford and Kempston become more family-focused? Should we make more of the history of the areas? How would you improve the entrances to our town centres? Please get your thoughts to us by Wednesday 31 January, details of how to submit your ideas can be found at https://lnkd.in/esGeThaR We know we've lots of people on here who are really passionate about what they believe town centres should be, with some really exciting ideas. We always enjoy reading your comments and will answer where we can, but please remember if you're adding your thoughts in the comments below you will also need to submit your ideas by email or in writing for them to be considered by the team. #bedford #kempston