Empowering Communities to Solve Housing Challenges.
The Housing Forward Communities project proactively engages Franklin County residents and officials to foster understanding and build consensus around the need for diverse housing options. Through facilitated discussions, local action committees, and regional collaboration, this initiative aims to equip communities with the knowledge and resources to create housing that meets their specific needs and strengthens the region.
Housing Forward Communities
Why Housing Forward Communities?
Maine faces a significant housing challenge, particularly when it comes to workforce housing. With projections indicating a substantial need for new homes in the coming years, attracting and retaining the workforce crucial for our local economy is increasingly difficult. At the same time, well-intentioned housing proposals often face local resistance, highlighting the urgent need for proactive community engagement to build understanding and consensus around housing solutions that work for everyone. The Housing Forward Communities program seeks to tackle this challenge head-on.