In recent years the shortage of affordable housing has grown exponentially due to a variety of economic, social, and policy issues, resulting in a housing crisis across the country. To make certain that vulnerable groups experience economic stability and physical well-being, the lack of affordable housing must be addressed.
Watch video: Aerial footage of City View, an affordable housing community in Orlando, Florida. / 0:14
Social equity is the heart of smart, future-focused community design and our planners, engineers, and designers are working to create affordable housing that fosters more equitable, diverse, and livable neighborhoods. With a deep knowledge of nationwide trends and local regulations, VHB is partnering with communities to address the shortage of affordable housing through an integrated approach.
VHB brings together our collective knowledge, technical excellence, and local relationships to help our clients move through the permitting and approvals process—addressing development challenges including the rising costs of land and materials. Our relationships with local, state and federal regulatory agencies help us develop innovative and creative speed-to-market concepts for complex sites that are being remediated or repositioned to bring new units to the market.
How VHB Can Help
VHB is working with housing authorities, developers, and municipalities as they address social equity and tackle housing needs within their communities. We are helping our clients navigate changes in zoning laws and land use regulations, and leveraging funding mechanisms, public and private partnerships, and community engagement programs aimed at advancing affordable housing and the creation of vibrant economic centers.
Related Services
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Affordable Housing Studies
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Climate Adaptation Planning
- Community Planning
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Entitlement Services
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Environmental Impact Statement
- Environmental Services
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Environmental Site Assessments (Phase I and II)
- Grant Research & Application Writing
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Permitting: federal, state, local
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Public Process
- Land Development
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SEQRA Documentation & Analysis
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Site/Civil Engineering
- Transportation Planning & Engineering
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Utility Infrastructure Design
