What is the Community Housing Trust Task Force?

The Community Housing Trust Task Force was formed to focus on the actions needed to establish a Community Housing Trust in the County in order to create more affordable housing opportunities for County residents, and establish long-lasting affordability with shared equity and through affordable homeownership. Community Housing Trusts create and preserve homes that remain affordable and homeownership opportunities for people who cannot otherwise buy a home. In this, the Community Housing Trust owns the land, whereas the individual owns the home. If the home is sold, it will be at a restricted price to maintain affordability.

What is the legislative history behind the Community Housing Trust Task Force?

The Community Housing Trust Task Force was established under Council Resolution 93-2024 to 1.) explore the possibility of establishing a Community Housing Trust in the County and 2.) study and submit research and policy recommendations that would create more affordable housing opportunities for County residents.