An Overview of Affordable Housing Solutions Low Income Housing Tucson Understanding Low-Income Housing in Tucson Housing designed to be affordable for households earning less than 80% of the Area Median Income Tucson’s Need: Over 50% of renters in Tucson are considered "cost- burdened," spending more than 30% of their income on housing. Current Shortfall: Tucson faces a shortage of over 20,000 affordable rental units (Source: City of Tucson Housing Report). Major Programs and Initiatives Housing Choice Voucher Program Assists low-income families in affording market-rate rentals. Public Housing City of Tucson operates properties dedicated to low-income residents. Non-Profit Developers: Organizations like Habitat for Humanity Tucson and Primavera Foundation provide affordable homeownership and rental options. New Projects: Recent initiatives include the development of tiny home villages and mixed-income apartment complexes. Challenges Facing Low- Income Housing Funding Limitations: Federal and state budget cuts impact housing availability. Zoning Restrictions: Some city zoning laws make affordable housing development more difficult. Population Growth: Rising demand outpaces the supply of affordable units. Homelessness Link: Lack of affordable housing contributes significantly to homelessness rates. Future Outlook and Solutions Policy Changes: Support for inclusionary zoning and more flexible land-use regulations. Public-Private Partnerships: Collaboration between government, private developers, and nonprofits. Increased Investment: Bond measures and state grants to fund new affordable housing projects. Community Action: Resident advocacy and engagement with city planning initiatives are crucial. Thank You Address: 3501 N Mountain Ave, Tucson, AZ 85719 Email: info@habitattucson.org Number: +1 (520) 326-1217 Website : https://habitattucson.org