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2 0 1 9 P l a n Fair Housing 101 An introduction to the fair housing plan process Analysis of Impediments 10 Required from all recipients of grant funds from HUD under the Fair Housing Act,

Part of the overall fair housing planning process, Occurs every five years, Reviews overall challenges to fair housing choice,

Pays close attention to issues affecting protected classes under the Fair Housing Act, and Requires input and feedback from stakeholders, agencies, and city officials. Consolidated Plan 101 Central component of the required fair housing planning for HUD funding recipients,

Designed to help jurisdictions assess their affordable housing and community development needs and market conditions, Helps jurisdictions make data-driven, place-based investment decisions, Serves as the foundation for a community-wide dialogue to identify housing and community development priorities, and

Focuses on funding from particular HUD programs aimed at expanding housing choice, such as CDBG, HOME, ESG, and HOPWA. Birminghams Role The City of Birmingham Department of Community Development is the designated administrator and grantee for federally funded affordable housing programs, including the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG), Home Investment Partnerships program (HOME), Emergency Solutions Grant (ESG), Housing Opportunities for E H Persons with AIDS (HOPWA) programs. S

O G MHOPWA ESG CDBG HOME E Current City Programs Critical Repair Grant Program Affordable Housing Construction and Rehabilitation

Deferred Payment Loan Program Homeless Prevention Services Rental Assistance Homeless Management Information System (HMIS) Emergency Shelter/Street Outreach Housing Rehabilitation Loan Program Rapid Re-Housing Assistance

Previous Plans Findings and strategies identified in the previous fair housing planning process 2015 Analysis of Impediments Findings (1 of 2) Lack of equivalent fair housing law In Birmingham or the state Requires the HUD Atlanta Office to conduct all complaint Investigations and Adjudications. Potential protected class discrimination in homebuyer lending market. Public policy implementation and lack of fair housing training often lead to misunderstanding in local housing initiatives. Continuum of Care needs to continue to consider the need for

permanent housing for the homeless, persons with HIV/AIDS, or those at risk of being homeless. 2015 Fair Housing Findings (2 of 2) Carried Over From 2010 AI: Lack of accessible units for persons with disabilities, Need for improved transportation, Rental issues for Hispanic, Latino, and other protected class housing seekers, and Declining property values. 2015-2019 Consolidated Plan Goals

(1 of 2) Enhance the Citys economic stability and prosperity by investing in economic development programs that encourage development, and assist business with promotion and revitalization activities within targeted business districts. Improve housing opportunities by creating and preserving affordable rental and homeowner housing in close proximity to transit, employment and community services. Assist individuals and families to stabilize in permanent housing after experiencing a housing crisis or homelessness by providing clientappropriate housing and supportive service solutions. 2015-2019 Consolidated Plan Goals (2 of 2)

Invest in community services and non-profit facilities that maximize impact by providing new or increased access to programs that serve highly vulnerable populations such as youth, seniors and food insecure households. Meet the needs of persons with HIV/AIDS and other special needs and their families through the provision of housing, health, and support services 2015-2019 Consolidated Plan Needs Affordable housing supply and quality, Promotion of Jobs and Business Creation, Public Services, and

Housing and Services for Special Needs Populations. 2015 Housing Assessment Findings Several low-income, minority neighborhoods are located on or near an environmentally hazardous site, spurring Environmental Justice concerns and poor housing conditions. Discriminatory income disparities lead to inability to obtain living wage jobs to support obtainment of livable, affordable housing. A lack of access to transportation decreases ability for low-income residents to obtain living-wage jobs. Potential Protected Class Discrimination in securing Homeowners Insurance. Next Steps

Analysis of Impediments and Consolidated Plan PROJECT KICK-OFF & DATA GATHERING STAKEHOLDER ENGAGEMENT SUBMISSION & APPROVALS Began gathering data and Based on initial analysis, begin stakeholder engagement via survey, Finalize documents for public comment

coordinating work plan interviews, and community meetings period, IDIS entry, and approval Oct-Nov 2019 Nov-Dec 2019 INITIAL ANALYSIS Dec-Feb 2020

Feb-April 2020 FINAL ANALYSIS Incorporate stakeholder engagement into final analysis May 2020 Survey Submit your feedback today! www.surveymonkey.com/r/BhamCommunitySurvey www.surveymonkey.com/r/BHamEncuestaComunitaria (Spanish)

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