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The community of Northampton, Massachusetts, has explored a variety of policy approaches to encourage more affordable housing development within city limits. Three recently completed projects at three different scales demonstrate a diverse range of options for energy-efficient, affordable housing: an in-fill tiny house, a 4-unit micro-housing project, a 70-unit studio apartment block. Each project was funded through an array of grant sources and was enabled by strong political advocacy and long-term planning. Each project focused on social sustainability as much as environmental sustainability. Do they offer a map to better housing? What are the barriers to their replication? Join this lively discussion with a city planner, social service provider, architect and contractor as we compare/contrast and crowd source our way to zoning, financing, design and construction of more affordable housing.

 
Skill Level
2 (some prior experience/knowledge helpful)
Time Slot
5

Session Chairs

Room / Location
Marina III
Learning Objectives
Compare the project cost/per square foot cost/EUIs/project schedules of housing projects of three different scales
Describe in general funding mechanisms and planning processes that lead to successful affordable housing opportunities
Identify design priorities that impact social and physical well-being of end-users
Identify the key challenges to establishing project budgets and timelines for new affordable housing projects
CEU Information

AIA 1.5 LU
MA CSL 1.5 hours, Energy
AICP (American Planning Association) 1.5 hourws

Session ID
BOS20-212
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