My husband and I struggle every winter; I’m a homemaker and he is a seasonal worker. In the winter money is so tight we can barely pay our mortgage.
The rapid growth across the Metro Denver region has greatly impacted low-income communities and communities of color. Many low-income families across the region struggle to pay their mortgage or rent every month. After paying for housing costs, there is little left for other essentials like food or childcare.
“Transportation is the second largest expense for families, but few consider these costs when choosing a place to live.”
Less than 6% of the Denver region’s housing is permanently affordable.
Click here to see where subsidized and market rate affordable housing is located in the Denver Region.
Equity Atlas2010 report on Preserving Affordable Housing Near Transit by Enterprise, NHT and Reconnecting America
DownloadRecommendations to Strengthen the City Ordinance on Preservation
Download2012 Denver Regional Equity Atlas, Original Preceding Online Interactive Tool
DownloadData and Recommendations on Station Areas in MHC's Key Geographies
DownloadThe Denver Regional Equity Atlas is a tool to help raise awareness about the benefits and opportunities that a robust public transportation network can create.
Visit LinkSustainable communities demonstrate long-term, proactive, thoughtful and integrated planning and development.
Visit LinkGentrification & Displacement Platform
DownloadMHC article on the collective impact model of Mile High Connects.
DownloadThe Local Impact of Subsidized Housing Near Light Rail in Denver, Colorado: Income, Jobs, and Taxes Generated
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