Scaling Housing Supply through Habitat for Humanity-CLT Partnerships

Sep 15, 2026

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This document outlines Habitat for Humanity's strategies for scaling housing supply through Community Land Trust (CLT) partnerships. The presentation features contributions from Twin Cities Habitat and the Minnesota CLT Coalition, highlighting various lasting affordability models employed by Habitat for Humanity. These models, designed to preserve affordability for subsequent homebuyers across generations, include deed restrictions and ground leases, with Community Land Trusts serving as a key mechanism. The document details the growth of Habitat's lasting affordability programs, showcasing an impressive program growth of 47% and 2,043 housing units. Innovations at scale are discussed, emphasizing learning, piloting, and evidence-based approaches within the Habitat Affiliated Network. The presentation also includes a moderated discussion between housing practitioners and a Q/A session, aiming to foster collaboration and share best practices within the affordable housing sector. Specific examples of successful partnerships, such as Twin Cities Habitat and Homes Within Reach (CLT), are presented, underscoring the effectiveness of these collaborations in addressing the housing crisis. The goal is to expand the reach and impact of affordable housing solutions by leveraging the strengths of both Habitat for Humanity and Community Land Trusts.

LanguageEnglish

CategoryResearch & Report

FormatPDF

Pages54

Reading Time2 h 16 min

AccessFree to download

Scaling Housing Supply through Habitat for Humanity-CLT Partnerships

Agenda

Welcome

Lasting Affordability Models at Habitat

Community Land Trust Movement and Coalition Building

Minnesota CLT Coalition

Twin Cities Habitat Lasting Affordability journey

Habitat and CLT partnership examples

Moderated Discussion between Housing Practitioners

Q/A

Habitat's Lasting Affordable Models

Lasting Affordability

Lasting Affordability Models

The Habitat Network

Lasting Affordability Growth

FAQs

What are Habitat for Humanity's lasting affordability models?

Habitat for Humanity employs strategies such as deed restrictions and ground leases to preserve housing affordability for future generations. Community Land Trusts are a significant part of these models.

What is the reported growth of Habitat's lasting affordability programs?

Habitat for Humanity has experienced a 47% program growth in lasting affordability, resulting in 2,043 housing units.

What is the purpose of Habitat for Humanity's partnerships with Community Land Trusts?

These partnerships aim to scale housing supply by leveraging innovative affordability models and collaborative efforts, ensuring long-term housing solutions for families.

Sep 15, 2026

Uploaded by Grenda