Arizona Housing Development Survey
LISC Phoenix and the Arizona Community Foundation are looking to address the need for more affordable housing development in Arizona by providing technical assistance to emerging developers and nonprofits.
In communities around the country, LISC launched the
Housing Development Training Institute
in response to an unmet educational need for a comprehensive program to develop the skills of the staff of community development corporations. The goals of the HDTI program are:
Increase the development capacity of community-based nonprofit development organizations by providing practical, comprehensive, and intensive skill training in affordable housing development and community development strategies and techniques.
Increase the supply of affordable housing through the program's emphasis on production as part of the learning process. During the duration of the training program, each participant may work on an actual housing development, applying the lessons learned during the workshop and creating a real-life context for the training.
Foster a network of project management professionals who serve as a resource to each other, share information and provide peer support throughout their careers.
This survey will help us better understand the specific training and technical assistance needs in Arizona to help us tailor the program. We encourage prospective participants as well as affordable housing funders and advocates to compete the survey.
Your Contact Information
First Name
Last Name
Organization
Title or Role
Email Address
Phone Number
Roles
Current Roles
What is your
organization's
current role in affordable housing development?
Advocacy
Capital
Pre-development
Land Ownership
Real Estate Management
Services for Residents
Other
Select all that apply.
Other organization role(s)
What is
your
current role in affordable housing development?
Advocacy
Capital
Pre-development
Land Ownership
Real Estate Management
Services for Residents
Other
Select all that apply.
Other individual role(s)
Do you have a current project that you would like to advance during or as a result of this training?
Yes
No
Briefly tell us about the project.
Future Roles
What do you expect your organization's role to be in affordable housing in the next
12 - 24 months
?
What do you expect your organization's role to be in affordable housing in the next
3- 5 years
?
Are you or your organization willing to be any of the following?
A source of capital for development
A source of land for development
A source of staff for development
A partner in development
A service provider
Other
Select all that apply.
Other, please specify
Have you explored partnering before?
Yes
No
Briefly share any interests or insights about partnering that might inform our training or technical assistance?
Training Interest
Proposed Training (Technical Assistance) Topics
Which of the following topics are you most interested in participating in, or which do you think are most needed by emerging developers in Arizona?
Affordable Housing Development Basics
: Understanding the fundamental principles and processes involved in developing affordable housing projects.
Financial Modeling and Feasibility
: Learning how to create financial models and assess the feasibility of housing projects, including budgeting, funding sources, and financial projections.
Land Acquisition and Development
: Strategies for identifying, acquiring, and preparing land for affordable housing developments.
Regulatory Compliance
: Navigating local, state, and federal regulations, including zoning laws, building codes, and funding requirements.
Project Management
: Skills for managing housing development projects from inception to completion, including timelines, resources, and stakeholder coordination.
Community Engagement
: Techniques for involving community members in the development process to ensure projects meet local needs and gain support.
Partnership Building
: Strategies for forming and maintaining effective partnerships with government agencies, nonprofits, private developers, and other stakeholders.
Sustainable Design and Construction
: Principles of sustainable building practices, energy efficiency, and environmentally friendly design in affordable housing projects.
Resident Services and Support
: Developing programs and services that support residents, including case management, financial literacy, and health and wellness initiatives.
Dealmaking
: Skills for negotiating, structuring, and closing deals related to affordable housing development, including partnership agreements and financing arrangements.
Property Management
: Best practices for managing and maintaining affordable housing properties, including tenant relations, maintenance, and compliance.
Legal Aspects of Housing Development
: Understanding the legal considerations in housing development, including contracts, leases, and fair housing laws.
Data Collection and Analysis
: Techniques for collecting, analyzing, and using data to inform housing development decisions and demonstrate impact.
Strategic Planning
: Developing long-term strategies for affordable housing development, including setting goals, evaluating progress, and adapting to changing conditions.
Marketing and Outreach
: Promoting affordable housing projects and reaching potential tenants through effective marketing and outreach strategies.
Select all that apply.
Availability and Readiness
How interested are you in participating in a training program?
Some interest in joining, but I want to learn more.
Strong interest in joining a 2024 cohort.
Strong interest in joining a 2025 or later cohort.
Not interested in joining, but will contribute to the development and/or marketing of the program.
How do you plan to participate?
As an individual
Myself on behalf of our organization
Another staff member on behalf of our organization
Why is training important to you and your organization?
How much time do you or your organization have to participate in this training program?
Organization Information
What is the legal formation of your organization?
501(c)3
Established fiscal sponsorship
Government Agency
Other nonprofit designation
B Corporation
Other for-profit designation (LLC, Corporation, etc.)
No legal formation
What is your organization's annual budget?
Less than $25,000
$25,000 - $99,999
$100,00 - $249,999
$250,000 - $549,999
$550,000 - $1,249,999
$1,250,000 or more
How many employees do you have (Full Time Equivalent)?
No paid employees
1
2 - 9
10 - 19
20 - 49
50 or more
Which of these areas best describe the focus of your mission and/or work?
Affordable Housing
Arts & Culture
Community Services
Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Justice
Economic Development
Education
Environmental
Financial Literacy & Homebuyer Education
Homeless
Job Training & Workforce Development
Neighborhood Revitalization/Stabilization
Small Business Development
Other
Select all that apply.
In which of these geographies do you serve?
Phoenix Metro
Tucson Metro
Flagstaff
Lake Havasu/Bullhead City/Kingman
Prescott
Yuma
Northern Arizona
Southern Arizona
Eastern Arizona
Western Arizona
Select all that apply.
What population(s) do you serve?
LGBTQIA+
Hispanic or Latino/a/x
Black or African American
Native American, Indigenous or Alaska Native
Asian
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
White
Other
Select all that apply.
What is the composition of your board?
Majority BIPOC and/or Latino/a
Majority white/Caucasian
Unsure
Additional Staff Member Information
First Name
Last Name
Organization
Title or Role
Email Address
Phone Number
Contact Information