Recommendation IE.11
Recommendation Status: New
Promote an appropriate job–housing balance in key areas of the County to establish livable employment opportunities that are accessible to the County population, resulting in shorter commutes and a higher quality of life.
This recommendation helps achieve the following
Complete
Communities
Inclusive
Economies
Responsible
Growth
Key Issues Addressed
Related Planning Topic Areas
Applicable Geographic Scales
Countywide
Municipalities
Sub-geographies
Equity Considerations
Encourage a sufficient supply of affordable housing near employment centers, reducing commutes and improving access to work for all residents, especially low-income individuals.
Sustainability Considerations
Help reduce transportation costs and carbon emissions.
Implementation
Lead Partner(s)
St. Louis County Department of Planning
Supporting Partner(s)
Cost
Low
(Less than $1 mil)
Medium
($1-10mil)
High
($10+ mil)
Project, Partnership, or Policy
Project
Partnership
Policy
Municipalities
Timeline
Ongoing
Near-term
(Within 5 Years)
Medium-term
(5-10 Years)
Long-term
(10+ Years)
Potential Funding Sources
STL Partnership funding programs
Tax Increment Financing
Public-private partnerships
Private investment
Tracking Implementation
Tracking Success
LEED_CC_ Transportation + Land Use
If overperforming, what should we do?
Keep going and publish the success.
If underperforming, what should we do?
Work with businesses and commercial and residential developers on one identifiable project area to ensure a demonstrable project.