Over the last few years, the homeownership affordability gap has turned into an canyon with no bridge. As a result, supporting the creation of a stock of permanently affordable homes is becoming a top priority for many local government staff. With uncertainty around future federal funding, the flexibility of the State Housing Initiatives Partnership (SHIP) program offers a powerful opportunity to help build the capacity of Community Land Trusts (CLTs) and expand housing that remains affordable for generations. In this informative and practical webinar, you’ll hear from experts and practitioners who are successfully using SHIP to support sustainable homeownership that will:

• Explore model Local Housing Assistance Plan (LHAP) strategies that can support the creation of permanently affordable homeownership opportunities.
• Highlight ways SHIP funds can be used for purchase assistance, rehabilitation of existing homes, and construction of new units.
• Examine key program considerations—including legal instruments, procurement requirements, and compliance monitoring—to ensure lasting impact and accountability.

Join us to gain actionable insights to help your community create an approach to permanently close the homeownership affordability gap.