Recommendation LR.2
Recommendation Status: Expand
Amend zoning, design regulations, and land use policies to increase the supply of mixed-income and affordable housing developments.
This recommendation helps achieve the following
Applicable Geographic Scales
Countywide
Municipalities
Key Issues Addressed
Sustainability Considerations
Sub-geographies
Equity Considerations
Increasing the supply of quality housing options can support of residents at various income levels.
Active Design, Universal Design, and other architectural design principles can create opportunities to attract and retain residents while also allowing for greater access and mobility.
Related Planning Topic Areas
Inclusive
Economies
Complete Communities
Responsible Growth
Leading the Region
Sustainable Infrastructure
Low
(Less than $1 mil)
Medium
($1-10mil)
Partnership
Implementation
Lead Partner(s)
St. Louis County Department of Planning
Timeline
Ongoing
Near-term
(Within 5 Years)
Supporting Partner(s)
St. Louis Department of Human Services
St. Louis County Department of Transportation and Public Works
Metro Transit
Project
Cost
High
($10+ mil)
Project, Partnership, or Policy
Policy
Medium-term
(5-10 Years)
Long-term
(10+ Years)
Potential Funding Sources
St. Louis County general operation revenue
Tracking Implementation
Assess ways to increase funding for the Affordable Housing Trust to be able to allocate toward housing development activities.
Tracking Success
Increase in the number of housing units for all income levels.
If overperforming, what should we do?
Restrict regulatory tools to geographic areas where the needs are greatest to help population distribution throughout St. Louis County.
If underperforming, what should we do?