“It’s time we prioritize affordable, accessible housing so anyone, regardless of their physical ability or age, can live with dignity,” write Kristy Chambers and Andrew Riggle.
By investing in affordable and accessible housing, we build stronger, more welcoming communities where everyone can thrive.The need for affordable housing is widely known, but the need for accessible housing is less discussed and just as pressing. For individuals with disabilities and those who are aging, finding a home that meets their needs can be even more challenging.
Fortunately, in addition to using these projects as models for increasing physically accessible housing, local governments can go beyond federal law by: Incentivizing creation of accessible units through request for proposal or permitting requirements, reduced fees, density bonuses, zoning variances, etc;Prioritizing Community Development Block Grant funds for the development of new units which meet the FHA’s accessibility guidelines;
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