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In this insightful presentation by Chris Venne, Development Finance Manager, we explore the critical importance of workforce housing. Workforce housing is not just a basic need; it enhances economic development and quality of life. This session covers direct investments, innovative land uses, and funding strategies essential for community involvement. Discover tools for developers, public agencies, and non-profits in collaboration with the North Idaho Housing Coalition. We delve into performance-based zoning, community land trusts, and various funding incentives that reinforce the connection between housing and economic viability.
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Workforce Housing:Tools That Work Presented by Chris Venne, Development Finance Manager
Tools that Work Why does workforce housing matter? • Economic Development • Quality of Life • Meeting Basic Needs
Tools that Work • Direct Investments • Partnerships • Innovative Land Uses • Innovative Funding • Community Involvement
Tools that Work Direct Investment • Education • Mortgage Assistance • Rental Assistance • Land Contribution • Shoshone County, Idaho • Direct Development
Tools that Work Partnerships • Developers, Jurisdictions, Public Agencies, Non-Profits, Other Employers • North Idaho Housing Coalition • Planet construction/BCHA
Tools that Work Innovative Land Use • Small lots, ADU’s, Narrower roads, Alleys, etc. • Performance based zoning • Community Land Trusts • Spokane CLT
Tools that Work Innovative Funding • Tax Credits, TIF, Tax Incentives, Local Housing Trust Funds, Housing Levy, etc. • Link Incentives to Workforce Housing • Idaho Home Equity Partnership Fund • Spokane Property Tax Exemption
Tools that Work Community Involvement • Reinforce the connection to Economic Development and Quality of Life • Support Incentives for Workforce Housing • Help Build a Strong Non-Profit Community