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Committee reviews Denver and other models, asks staff for data and legal review
Summary
After reviewing Denver, Seattle and other jurisdictions' approaches to equity-priority buildings, the committee requested a more detailed covered-buildings dataset, mapping by census tract/TIF/ward, a strategic housing presentation, and a city-legal review on allowable eligibility criteria.
Committee presenters summarized how peer cities define priority buildings and the supports they offer, then discussed what Evanston needs to decide before finalizing criteria.
Presenters highlighted Denver’s model (multifamily threshold 25,000 sq ft; affordability measures such as two-thirds of units restricted or 80% AMI; nonprofit direct-service providers and small commercial owners also eligible), noted Seattle’s deeper affordability thresholds and required affordability covenants for some…
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