We are excited to have the opportunity to help preserve affordability and create sustainable communities in Dallas.
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In 2024, you may have noticed through our Instagram stories or our other channels that our President and other staff are often engaged in ongoing education programs.
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Considering the housing crisis in Dallas that has emerged as one of the most pressing issues of this decade, developers and housing advocates are having more and more conversations about how we are using space.
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DCH is excited to introduce Ebony Jones, our newest DCH board member. She is a distinguished leader with
entrepreneurial acumen and strategic foresight bringing over two decades of dedication to driving
meaningful change within the education and non-profit sectors.
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Dallas homeowners and prospective homeowners have not only faced harsh winter conditions, whether renting or owning, but they have also faced incredible increases in utilities and insurance costs. Texas has been experiencing record-breaking winter storms, and as a result, prices are surging, representing further barriers for homeowners and homebuyers. Here are some of the reasons and ways to mitigate the financial impacts.
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As America and Dallas grapple with an unprecedented housing affordability crisis, advocacy for the expansion and reform of federal spending through the tax code is a timely and necessary call to action.
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Dallas has a booming economy and post-pandemic the economic landscape has never been brighter, but we have a problem. Amid the skyscrapers, bright city lights, and incredible cultural scene, there's an issue that often goes unnoticed but remains critically important: workforce housing.
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The 2024 legislative session in Dallas will be an exciting one and holds the promise of addressing housing and enacting policies that will prioritize the needs of our community.
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Cities around the world face an unprecedented challenge: the increasing demand for housing. To meet this demand while maintaining historical and architectural assets, urban planners and architects increasingly turn to principles of adaptive reuse.
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May 2024, residents will vote on a $1 billion Capital Bond Program. This is a city issued debt that will support key infrastructure projects in five categories, Streets and Transportation
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Within the heart of South Dallas, is perhaps the most significant historic district, the Queen City district. This remarkable neighborhood stands as a testament to the legacy of the early African-American settlers who established their community here in the late 19th and early 20th centuries.
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DCH recently spent some time in Atlanta to see some of our contemporaries and their work to improve housing affordability and attainability in metropolitan areas. Good Places
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As the population in Dallas continues to grow, the need for sustainable housing solutions becomes increasingly important. Building green and reducing environmental footprints are not only crucial for preserving our planet but also for creating healthier, more energy-efficient homes. DCH explores sustainable housing practices in Dallas and examines the strategies developers are using to build environmentally friendly and energy-efficient homes, even on a mixed-income budget. What are some of the sustainable design features, renewable energy options, and green building certifications can be incorporated to build more sustainable homes in Dallas? DCH explores.
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As housing is increasingly constricted, due to supply chain shortages, and shortages existing prior to the Covid 19 Pandemic, federal agencies, state agencies, municipal agencies will need to work in concert to find and apply equitable housing solutions.
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We discussed the development of West Dallas last week and this historical context can servea as a reminder of the challenges faced by its residents, in terms of affordable housing and gentrification.
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The Dallas Housing Opportunity Fund (DHOF) is an investment vehicle promoting fair housing through the creation and preservation of affordable housing options for Dallas residents. The fund aims to create or retain housing units for households earning at or below 120% of the area median income of the City of Dallas. (to understand income calculations, see our blog here) The DHOF leverages municipal funds with private capital to drive much-needed development in Dallas, and DCH is one of the recipients of its fund.
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As we continue to spotlight Fair Housing Month and commemorate the 55th anniversary of the enactment of the Fair Housing Act and establishment of HUD,
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Mixed-income housing development and neighborhoods are considered one of the best ways to revitalize disinvested urban areas. Where poverty is concentrated, communities experience higher crime and less access to health services and basic resources. A 2013 study conducted by CityScape explored the hypothesized benefits of mixed-income housing and how it may alleviate economic segregation and increase property values. DCH would like to explore these findings and discuss them in the context of how to develop more sustainably in Dallas.
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How does affordable and attainable housing play into sustainability and equality in neighborhoods? DCH builds mixed-income developments that provide housing for a number of income levels and one of the questions we get asked the most and one of the things that can be most confusing is the concept of the AMI or Area Median Income. We will look at how it affects housing availability and eligibility, and provide answers to our FAQ, on AMI.
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