The Florida Housing Coalition (FHC) recently recognized the City of St. Petersburg for its pioneering efforts to address the ongoing housing crisis affecting much of the state.
City leaders walked up to the stage twice during the three-day FHC Statewide Affordable Housing Conference to collect awards. The first was for dedicating an overwhelming majority of federal funding to housing initiatives. The second was becoming the first – and likely still only – municipality to utilize legislation that allows the transformation of industrially zoned properties into affordable developments.
The conference, held at the Rosen Centre in Orlando Aug. 29 -31, attracts over 900 affordable housing professionals, advocates, lenders, developers and policymakers, according to its website. James Corbett, city development administrator, called receiving the recognition a “great feeling” and said it signifies the dedication of Mayor Ken Welch and the St. Petersburg City Council.
“To put their focus where it’s needed right now,” said Corbett. “It really shows our commitment to making a dent in providing more affordable housing. Read more at www.Stpetecatalyst.com
