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Local Control Isn’t Our Only Problem

There is an almost invisible web of agencies regulating bits and pieces of the housing ecosystem. Their rulemaking is typically done with neither the authority nor the requirement to consider whether their policies promote, or hinder, available and affordable housing.

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Why Data Matters

Decisions being made now will have a legacy beyond our lifetimes. They will affect the economy, jobs, and taxes. They should reflect who we aspire to be, yet they are being made in a continuing, historic context of exclusionary housing policies and zoning. And they are often made by people whose life experience has been very different than the people on those long [affordable housing] waiting lists.

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What Does Community Character Mean Anyway?

Discussions about community character are caught between history, who we are now, and the future. Communities that cannot accept change and who won’t meet an unknowable future head on will struggle and stagnate, as the not-too-distant past demonstrates. Attempts to freeze time created this mess in the first place. Exclusionary zoning helped create this housing environment where children can’t find a place to live where they grew up while teachers, police and firemen can’t afford the towns they serve.

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We Are Not Who We Used To Be

Our policies are designed for who we used to be rather than who we are and who we are becoming.  Accepting who we really are, how we live and work, and the trends shaping the Commonwealth’s future is a prerequisite to sustaining our economy.

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The Problem with Housing

Everyone agrees we have a housing problem. There isn’t enough, it costs too much, and limited supply is hurting the recruiting and retention of the talent that drives our economy.  Housing problems impact almost every community in the Commonwealth, every household type, and every socio-economic class.

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Housing Opportunities Unlimited Regional Director Kimberly Sims attended the Kentucky Housing Authority (KHA)/Tennessee Association of Housing & Redevelopment Authorities (TAHRA) Annual Conference. HOU proudly sponsored the event and looks forward to returning next year!

Special thank you to Tennessee Housing Services Operations Director Jeff Green, Kentucky Richmond Section 8 Housing Executive Director Susan Lillis, and Gerald Board for being gracious hosts and supporting HOU during the conference.

Housing Opportunities Unlimited Regional Director Kimberly Sims attended the Kentucky Housing Authority (KHA)/Tennessee Association of Housing & Redevelopment Authorities (TAHRA) Annual Conference. HOU proudly sponsored the event and looks forward to returning next year!

Special thank you to Tennessee Housing Services Operations Director Jeff Green, Kentucky Richmond Section 8 Housing Executive Director Susan Lillis, and Gerald Board for being gracious hosts and supporting HOU during the conference.
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The social services needs assessment at Eastchester Gardens in Bronx, NY, which began early this summer, has been completed. The assessments provide information on services and programs residents need and want at Eastchester Gardens.

HOU's social services needs assessment project at Eastchester Gardens is made possible in partnership with MDG Design & Construction and the New York City Housing Authority (NYCHA) PACT Project Partners to rehabilitate Eastchester Gardens: Wavecrest Management Team, Infinite Horizons, LLC, and RDC Development.

The assessments were done by the dedicated HOU team in New York did the assessments, who met and engaged with Eastchester Garden residents daily, including the weekends, to be available to residents with varying needs and schedules. Special thank you to Caitlin Coleman, Hongyu Gao, Gabriel Di Gennaro, Henry Li, Zeniqua Meadows, Leonora Mendoza, Jeremy Mitchell, Quanatavious Reid, Jessica Rosado, Walkiris Rosado, Ricardo Vargas, Alena Ziegler.

The social services needs assessment at Eastchester Gardens in Bronx, NY, which began early this summer, has been completed. The assessments provide information on services and programs residents need and want at Eastchester Gardens.

HOU`s social services needs assessment project at Eastchester Gardens is made possible in partnership with MDG Design & Construction and the New York City Housing Authority (NYCHA) PACT Project Partners to rehabilitate Eastchester Gardens: Wavecrest Management Team, Infinite Horizons, LLC, and RDC Development.

The assessments were done by the dedicated HOU team in New York did the assessments, who met and engaged with Eastchester Garden residents daily, including the weekends, to be available to residents with varying needs and schedules. Special thank you to Caitlin Coleman, Hongyu Gao, Gabriel Di Gennaro, Henry Li, Zeniqua Meadows, Leonora Mendoza, Jeremy Mitchell, Quanatavious Reid, Jessica Rosado, Walkiris Rosado, Ricardo Vargas, Alena Ziegler.
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Housing Opportunities Unlimited is excited to welcome home Sonaly Guerrero, a Whittier Street Apartments resident of 14 years. Sonaly and her daughter recently moved into their brand new apartment at The Kenzi. Welcome to your new home Sonaly!

The HOU case management and resident relocation team builds a strong relationship with residents like Sonaly across the country by providing supportive and relocation services during the redevelopment projects that impact their homes.

In partnership with the Preservation of Affordable Housing (@poahcommunities) and the @BostonHousingAuthority, HOU provides temporary relocation and case management services to Whittier Street Apartment residents at Bartlett Station, including at The Kenzi, as part of a five-phase redevelopment project.

Led by HOU Project Manager Marisa Rodrigues, HOU Senior Relocation Coordinator Katherine DiCesare and Relocation Coordinator Porsha Owen Wilkins provides temporary relocation services and support, and HOU Lead Case Manager Megan Daniels works closely with residents through case management.

To learn more about The Kenzi at Bartlett Station as part of the five-phase redevelopment and incredible transformation of the former bus yard, click here: https://bit.ly/3ZwAJD7.

Housing Opportunities Unlimited is excited to welcome home Sonaly Guerrero, a Whittier Street Apartments resident of 14 years. Sonaly and her daughter recently moved into their brand new apartment at The Kenzi. Welcome to your new home Sonaly!

The HOU case management and resident relocation team builds a strong relationship with residents like Sonaly across the country by providing supportive and relocation services during the redevelopment projects that impact their homes.

In partnership with the Preservation of Affordable Housing (@poahcommunities) and the @BostonHousingAuthority, HOU provides temporary relocation and case management services to Whittier Street Apartment residents at Bartlett Station, including at The Kenzi, as part of a five-phase redevelopment project.

Led by HOU Project Manager Marisa Rodrigues, HOU Senior Relocation Coordinator Katherine DiCesare and Relocation Coordinator Porsha Owen Wilkins provides temporary relocation services and support, and HOU Lead Case Manager Megan Daniels works closely with residents through case management.

To learn more about The Kenzi at Bartlett Station as part of the five-phase redevelopment and incredible transformation of the former bus yard, click here: https://bit.ly/3ZwAJD7.
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Housing Opportunities Unlimited is proud to support @dorchesterbayedc in fulfilling its mission to build a strong, thriving, and diverse community in Boston's Dorchester neighborhoods!

Reposted from @dorchesterbayedc:Thank you to our #Limitless2024 Community Champion Sponsors for supporting Dorchester Bay's work!

Housing Opportunities Unlimited is proud to support @dorchesterbayedc in fulfilling its mission to build a strong, thriving, and diverse community in Boston`s Dorchester neighborhoods!

Reposted from @dorchesterbayedc:Thank you to our #Limitless2024 Community Champion Sponsors for supporting Dorchester Bay`s work!
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The HOU Resident Services team at Northwest One & Park Morton site hosted a Resident Appreciation event. As the residents shared lunch, they shared the impact of HOU's resident services on the families over the years. The Park Morton residents expressed their excitement for Park Morton's redevelopment project.

The HOU Resident Services team at Northwest One & Park Morton site hosted a Resident Appreciation event. As the residents shared lunch, they shared the impact of HOU`s resident services on the families over the years. The Park Morton residents expressed their excitement for Park Morton`s redevelopment project. ...

The HOU team at Eastchester Gardens hosted an Appreciation Breakfast event to thank the residents for participating in the social services needs assessment conducted by the team. The event was held in the newly updated Tenant Association Room as part of the upcoming rehabilitation of Eastchester Gardens by MDG Design & Construction. The Eastchester Gardens Resident Association has selected Wavecrest Management Team, RDC Development, and Infinite Horizons, LLC, as New York City Housing Authority (NYCHA) PACT Project Partners to rehabilitate Eastchester Gardens. 

The social services needs assessment that began early this summer is being conducted to learn from Eastchester Gardens residents the services and programs needed and what they would like to have available in their community.

📸: Walkiris Rosado, Henry Li, Alena Ziegler & Gabriel Di Gennaro

The HOU team at Eastchester Gardens hosted an Appreciation Breakfast event to thank the residents for participating in the social services needs assessment conducted by the team. The event was held in the newly updated Tenant Association Room as part of the upcoming rehabilitation of Eastchester Gardens by MDG Design & Construction. The Eastchester Gardens Resident Association has selected Wavecrest Management Team, RDC Development, and Infinite Horizons, LLC, as New York City Housing Authority (NYCHA) PACT Project Partners to rehabilitate Eastchester Gardens.

The social services needs assessment that began early this summer is being conducted to learn from Eastchester Gardens residents the services and programs needed and what they would like to have available in their community.

📸: Walkiris Rosado, Henry Li, Alena Ziegler & Gabriel Di Gennaro
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The HOU team at Eastchester Gardens hosted a fun back-to-school event with games and raffles for residents. The team shared with Eastchester residents information about the PACT Program and conducted a social services needs assessment to learn from residents the programs and services needed in their community.

📸: Alena Ziegler, Ricardo Vargas & Gabriel Di Gennaro

The HOU team at Eastchester Gardens hosted a fun back-to-school event with games and raffles for residents. The team shared with Eastchester residents information about the PACT Program and conducted a social services needs assessment to learn from residents the programs and services needed in their community.

📸: Alena Ziegler, Ricardo Vargas & Gabriel Di Gennaro
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The HOU Resident Services team at Park Morton and North West One in Washington, DC, hosted their annual back-to-school giveaway. Backpacks, school supplies, and gift cards to purchase school uniforms were distributed. The event was held in collaboration with The Community Builders.

The HOU Resident Services team at Park Morton and North West One in Washington, DC, hosted their annual back-to-school giveaway. Backpacks, school supplies, and gift cards to purchase school uniforms were distributed. The event was held in collaboration with The Community Builders. ...