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Housing Affordability and Accessibility Project Update
Presented by: Lory Scott, Affordable Housing Liaison
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RECOMMENDATION(S)
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1. That the Housing Affordability and Accessibility Best Practices Report, provided as an Attachment 1 to the July 8, 2019 agenda report entitled “Housing Affordability and Accessibility Project Update” be received as information.
2. That Administration return in Q2, 2020 with the Housing Affordability and Accessibility recommendations for Council’s consideration.
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PURPOSE OF REPORT
To provide Council with the initial findings of research into methods being undertaken in Canadian municipalities to inform best practices for housing affordability and accessibility. The best practices research will be utilized to inform the overall strategy returning to Council in Q2, 2020.
ALIGNMENT TO PRIORITIES IN COUNCIL’S STRATEGIC PLAN
Strategic Priority #5 - Enhance Housing Options
Facilitate an increase in the variety of housing types in St. Albert to respond to market demands and accommodate the diverse needs of residents.
2018 - 2021 Corporate Business Plan Activity
5.3: Work with regional partners to explore the creation of additional housing options to address issues of affordability and accessibility and review best practices for alternative financing.
ALIGNMENT TO LEVELS OF SERVICE DELIVERY
Service Name: Strategic Land Planning
Service Definition: Development, management and implementation of the corporate land strategy. Search for land for new capital projects, high school sites, and affordable housing locations.
ALIGNMENT TO COUNCIL DIRECTION OR MANDATORY STATUTORY PROVISION
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BACKGROUND AND DISCUSSION
The initial findings of the Housing Affordability and Accessibility Best Practices Summary are being provided as information to receive general feedback from Council on the intended direction. This report examines methods utilized in municipalities across Can...
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