EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) — The City of El Paso is one of 17 communities nationwide and the only one in Texas selected to participate in a program designed to fast-track innovative housing solutions.
El Paso was selected to participate in the Housing Supply Accelerator Challenge, which is a program launched by the National League of Cities and the American Planning Association.
It is designed to “fast-track proven and innovative housing strategies to expand the supply of homes in communities across the country,” the City said in a news release.
Under this program, the City of El Paso’s Urban Planning and Design Division is ready to partner with local leaders and organizations to put the ”Housing Supply Accelerator Playbook: Solutions, Systems, Partnerships” into practice.
“We are honored to be selected as one of the participating cities focused on increasing housing supply in our community. Housing and housing affordability have been among the most pressing issues we have heard from residents as part of our ongoing engagement with the Comprehensive Plan update and Housing Strategy. Our selection will give us additional tools and resources to be better equipped to respond to our residents’ needs” said Nicole Cote, El Paso deputy city manager.
Through this opportunity, El Paso will strengthen its housing strategies to address affordability, supply, and displacement, creating more pathways for residents to achieve homeownership, the City said.
As part of the challenge, participating communities will engage in virtual sessions, peer-to-peer learning, tailored technical assistance, and gain access to best practices and national experts., the City said.
Communities will also receive national recognition from NLC and APA for their leadership in tackling housing challenges.
To learn more about partnership opportunities to address housing issues reach the City’s Urban Planning and Design Division by clicking here.
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