As the District grows, residents increasingly struggle with the city’s high and rising housing costs.
For low-income families, paying far more than they can afford just to keep a roof overhead makes it even harder to afford basic necessities, or to achieve the financial security necessary for economic mobility. DCFPI analyzes the District’s investments in affordable housing, from rental assistance to homeownership. Our work highlights how creating and preserving affordable homes is critical to having an inclusive city where all residents can live and succeed.
Featured Publications & Resources
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To Ensure all Residents Have a Safe and Affordable Place to Call Home, DC Needs to Double Down on the Housing Production Trust Fund
By Doni Crawford • March 10, 2019 • Affordable Housing
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Building the Foundation: A Blueprint for Creating Affordable Housing for DC’s Lowest-Income Residents
By Claire Zippel • April 4, 2018 • Affordable Housing
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DC’s Public Housing: An Important Resource at Risk
By Claire Zippel • January 27, 2016 • Affordable Housing