The shifting face of federal involvement in housing and community development
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The question whether the federal involvement in housing and community development is on the cusp of a major shift in the government's role in providing housing and community development programs and services is discussed along with the measures to be taken. This shifting face is taken under consideration for the development of policies, which sustains the nation's commitment to working families and the less fortunate who need better housing and a suitable living environment.
Publication Name: Journal of Housing and Community Development
Subject: Sociology and social work
ISSN: 0272-7374
Year: 2005
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Many hands make light work
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A review of the recent trend of housing authorities to partner with private partners to finance and build communities is given. The Vancouver Housing Authority teamed with six private groups to develop a ten acre elementary school and seven acre housing development.
Publication Name: Journal of Housing and Community Development
Subject: Sociology and social work
ISSN: 0272-7374
Year: 2001
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Rising to the top
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Local governments are expected to improve financial assistance and provide repair services in order to help Minnesota preserve its housing stock. Various strategies and enforcement mechanisms to preserve existing houses in Minnesota are mentioned.
Publication Name: Journal of Housing and Community Development
Subject: Sociology and social work
ISSN: 0272-7374
Year: 2004
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