How It Works

1. Structure & Function

• Nonprofit organization governed by a board of community leaders, housing experts, and public/private stakeholders.

• Leads strategic urban development planning to ensure a sustainable, climate-resilient, and equitable housing approach.

• Acts as a coordination hub to align public, private, and nonprofit housing efforts.

2. Key Roles & Responsibilities

• Assess Housing Needs: Conduct ongoing analysis to determine workforce and affordable housing needs (5-10 year planning horizon).

• Identify Development Opportunities: Map out land suitable for housing, including infill sites, adaptive reuse properties, and faith-based or surplus public land.

• Facilitate Implementation: Resolve barriers by working with municipalities, housing developers, community organizations, and funders.

• Fundraising & Financial Strategies: Identify creative funding models, including public-private partnerships, land banking, and dedicated local investment funds.

• Monitor Progress: Ensure implementation of an evergreen housing strategy aligned with General Plans.