Local Housing Research
HousingForward Virginia assists local governments, regional coalitions, and other organizations with housing needs assessments.
Read More New Resource Tells the Story of Race and Housing in Virginia
Racial Equity in Virginia outlines the history, looks at the data, and encourages action on racial equity.
Read MoreWork Underway on New River Valley Housing Trust Fund
Other regional housing studies are underway for Southside, West Piedmont, and Central Shenandoah PDCs.
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Are Tax Assessments an Affordable Housing Issue?
The FWD #176: Assessed property values are rising across the board, but it may be having disparate impacts.
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Racial Equity in Virginia
A resource and reference guide for advancing racial equity across Virginia’s housing spectrum.
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State of Housing: Homeownership in the Commonwealth
State of Housing #7: Although Virginia has a higher homeownership rate than the national average, disparities still exist.
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State of Housing: Housing Inventory in the Commonwealth
State of Housing #6: Low supply and limited choices constrain Virginians’ housing options—and affordability.
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What’s the “Sweet Zone” for Land Use?
The FWD #168: Changes to land use rules could lead to more affordable housing in Virginia.
Read MoreThe New Sourcebook is Here
Today, HousingForward annoucnes a new online data resource to help Virginians understand housing needs in their communities.
Read MoreLegacy Sourcebook Tools
We’ve archived all legacy Sourcebook content so it remains accessible. However, these pages are NOT actively maintained or…
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