News in “Housing”
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February 25, 2012 -
From the field
CHA Launches Plan for Transformation of Public Housing 2.0
The Chicago Housing Authority (CHA) will recalibrate its historic Plan for Transformation of public housing by engaging in a collaborative, open process. Read More
February 25, 2012 -
From the field
More Households Dealing with Heavy Burden from Housing Prices
In its annual Housing Landscape report, the MacArthur-supported Center for Housing Policy found increases in stress from housing costs for employed home owners. Read More
February 22, 2012 -
Publication
Partnership for New Communities Helps 162 Buyers Purchase Affordable Housing
With help from Find Your Place in Chicago, prospective homeowners are provided a $10,000 grant towards a down payment or closing costs for properties. Read More
February 16, 2012 -
Grantee Profile
Business and Professional People for the Public Interest, 2012 MacArthur Award for Creative & Effective Institutions
BPI works to address some of the Chicago area’s most pressing social justice challenges. Read More
February 16, 2012 -
Grantee Profile
Community Investment Corporation, 2012 MacArthur Award for Creative & Effective Institutions
Community Investment Corporation supports owners and operators of multifamily rental properties to help stabilize communities in Chicago. Read More
February 16, 2012 -
Grantee Profile
Furman Center for Real Estate and Urban Policy at New York University, 2012 MacArthur Award for Creative & Effective Institutions
The Furman Center spurs thoughtful discussion and reform by arming policymakers with critical analysis and research-driven policy recommendations. Read More
February 14, 2012 -
Video
Business and Professional People for the Public Interest, 2012 MacArthur Award for Creative & Effective Institutions
Business and Professional People for the Public Interest, a recipient of the 2012 MacArthur Award for Creative and Effective Institutions, works to address some of the Chicago area's most pressing social justice challenges. Read More
February 10, 2012 -
Video
Community Investment Corporation, 2012 MacArthur Award for Creative and Effective Institutions
Community Investment Corporation, a recipient of the 2012 MacArthur Award for Creative and Effective Institutions, supports owners and operators of multifamily rental properties to help stabilize communities in Chicago. Read More
January 26, 2012 -
From the field
Report Projects Up to $3.4 Billion Savings for Apartments Upping Energy Efficiency
More partnerships between building owners and utilities companies are necessary, as is regulatory policy that supports the alignment of efficiency standards with utility business models. Read More
January 3, 2012 -
In the Media
There's Little Holiday Cheer for Housing Affordability
From the Chicago Tribune Read More
January 1, 2012 -
Publication
About the Bipartisan Policy Center Housing Commission
The Bipartisan Policy Center Housing Commission will craft realistic and actionable policy recommendations that address near-term problems and long-term challenges while recognizing the imperative to restore the country's long-term fiscal health. Read More
December 16, 2011 -
From the field
CDFIs Gain New Support and Visibility
Opportunity Finance Network's recent national conference featured announcements of new support for community development financial institutions. Read More
December 15, 2011 -
Publication
Tool Offers Energy-Saving Help for Illinois Homeowners
My Home EQ helps single-family homeowners in Northern Illinois gauge their energy use, create personalized plans to save energy, and helps pay for improvements with the money they save. Read More
November 29, 2011 -
From the field
Study Details Homelessness, "Doubling Up" Among Low-Income Children
About 10% of children in low-income families reported at least one homeless episode – and an additional 24% had at least one episode where they lived "doubled up" with relatives, friends or other families – before age 6. Read More
November 18, 2011 -
Video
How Housing Matters: Research Network Overview
Northwestern University Professor Thomas Cook, the director of the Research Network, describes the network's research on how housing affects a host of other issues, from education a child's behavior. Read More
