County-Based Strategies to Advance Housing Access and Affordability
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Conference SessionCounty residents are struggling with rising housing costs and relatively stagnant wage growth, leaving many families behind. As housing becomes less affordable, homelessness rises, commutes lengthen and economic activity stagnates.Columbia 11 & 12, Terrace LevelCounty-Based Strategies to Advance Housing Access and AffordabilityColumbia 11 & 12, Terrace LevelFebruary 14, 2022February 14, 2022, 1:45 pm to 3:00 pm
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County-Based Strategies to Advance Housing Access and Affordability
County residents are struggling with rising housing costs and relatively stagnant wage growth, leaving many families behind. As housing becomes less affordable, homelessness rises, commutes lengthen and economic activity stagnates. Because of the county role in planning and zoning, counties are in a unique position to respond to affordable housing challenges. Hear from county officials who are pursuing innovative approaches to address the housing affordability crisis.
County residents are struggling with rising housing costs and relatively stagnant wage growth, leaving many families behind. As housing becomes less affordable, homelessness rises, commutes lengthen and economic activity stagnates.2022-02-14Conference Session2022-02-24
County residents are struggling with rising housing costs and relatively stagnant wage growth, leaving many families behind. As housing becomes less affordable, homelessness rises, commutes lengthen and economic activity stagnates. Because of the county role in planning and zoning, counties are in a unique position to respond to affordable housing challenges. Hear from county officials who are pursuing innovative approaches to address the housing affordability crisis.

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