Housing serves as a foundation for individuals to lead full and healthy lives, for communities to be vibrant and inclusive, and for the local and regional economy to grow and prosper. All people need access to housing that is affordable, safe, energy efficient and accessible to jobs, services, schools, recreation, and transportation.
Housing Goals – 2023 Northwest Regional Plan
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- Build and improve more homes so that high-quality, safe, and affordable housing options are equitably available to all current and future residents.
- Ensure housing is easier to build in regional and sub-regional growth areas and village centers that are convenient and accessible to employment, services, retail, public transportation, recreation facilities, and schools.
- Housing design and construction is energy efficient and minimizes adverse environmental impacts.
NRPC Housing Dashboard
NRPC is excited to announce the release of our Regional Housing Dashboard! The dashboard shows the location of all housing units in Franklin and Grand Isle counties built from 2020 to 2023. This data was compiled in 2024 based on information from municipal building permits and will be updated every year going forward. The dashboard will serve as a regional planning tool for NRPC, and is also available to help municipalities and residents understand development trends and housing needs in their town and across the region.
Voices From Home
Interested in learning how you can help to create and improve housing in your community? Contact us for assistance and resources.
New Guide Helps Homeowners Create an Accessory Apartment
The Northwest Regional Planning Commission and Housing For All have published a new guide to help homeowners create an Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU). These apartments fill a need for small rental units and generate income that can help pay for property taxes, utilities, and home maintenance costs. The guide provides homeowners with information to determine if they can create a feasible project, and resources to help implement it.
