Regional Housing Plan

The purpose of the Regional Housing Plan is to identify opportunities related to housing market stability, housing affordability and fair access to housing in the Pioneer Valley in order to create a region in which all residents are able to choose housing that is affordable and appropriate to their needs. The plan is intended to assist municipal officials, state government, and fair housing associations in creating a sustainable region that empowers our urban, suburban, and rural places.

The Regional Housing Plan aims to identify opportunities for fair housing, regional equity, and sustainable development and to promote housing affordability and choice for all households. Fair access to a full range of housing opportunities that are affordable to households of all income ranges is needed to sustain a robust society. Households who are housing cost-burdened may have difficulty affording time for education, employment, personal health and community well-being.

Where one’s home is located plays a substantial role determining life outcomes. Good schools, a healthy and safe environment, access to financially stable employment are the essential factors needed to succeed, thrive and excel in society. Too many families are stuck in isolated and economically segregated areas in the Pioneer Valley—both rural and urban—that lack access to quality jobs, schools, affordable housing, transportation, and cultural and physical amenities. There is a regional need to transform these areas in the Pioneer Valley into communities of opportunity to reduce social disparities and allow all residents to thrive.

Documents

PV Housing Plan.pdf

Pioneer Valley Regional Housing Plan
Pioneer Valley Regional Housing Plan - an element of the Pioneer Valley Sustainablity Plan "Our Next Future"
PV Housing Plan.pdf

Executive Summary Housing.pdf

Pioneer Valley Regional Housing Plan Executive Summary
Pioneer Valley Regional Housing Plan Executive Summary - an element of the Pioneer Valley Sustainablity Plan "Our Next Future"
Executive Summary Housing.pdf

Pioneer Valley Regional Housing Plan Articles

4 years 7 months ago
Thursday, November 15, 2018 - 9:00am
 
4 years 9 months ago

The Regional Housing Committee will meet September 19, 2018 from 9-10:30am in the Large Conference Room at the Pioneer Valley Planning Commission. 

Contact Ashley Eaton (aeaton@pvpc.org) for more information.

5 years 2 weeks ago

The Pioneer Valley Regional Housing Committee will meet Wednesday May 16th from 9-10am at the Springfield Municipal Operations Center (70 Tapley Street). Contact Ashley Eaton (aeaton@pvpc.org) for more information. 

 

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