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County housing assessment: staff cite long-term shortage, developers and incentives discussed
Summary
Mohave County staff updated supervisors on the 2023 housing needs assessment, saying the county faces a multi-decade shortfall, low vacancy rates and barriers including construction costs and infrastructure; staff described engagement with developers, LIHTC projects and apprenticeship programs to boost capacity.
County staff briefed the Board of Supervisors on Oct. 6 about progress toward the 2023 Mohave County Housing Needs Assessment goals and recommendations, emphasizing a persistent shortfall in housing across income levels and a mix of policy and market barriers.
Director Smith (Community Services) summarized the study background: the county contracted CFS Group, completed the assessment in August 2023, and the board approved the report in October 2023 after public engagement including more than 800 surveys, 20 stakeholder interviews, advisory committees and public hearings. Smith said the study identified a long-term need countywide and provided policy guidance and an interactive map for locations and strategies.
On numbers, staff said the assessment estimated roughly 50,000…
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