Land is one of the most powerful—and limited—tools available for creating housing. This engaging webinar will explore how public entities can unlock the potential of this finite resource they own to expand housing opportunities. Join us for a practical and inspiring session that will: Provide an overview of legal requirements and compliance considerations for publicly […]

This webinar will explore strategies to align your SHIP program with current housing market conditions and homebuyer needs. Participants will learn best practices for building flexibilities into their program design to quickly respond to shifting markets and address affordability challenges.  Learn when to adjust subsidy levels and how to combat increased purchase prices, low home […]

Presenters will cover the process of advertising based on the SHIP statute and rule as well as your LHAP, establishing a waiting list, the application intake process, setting priorities based on your LHAP, and determining household members to establish household size. Presenters will explain how the Housing Opportunity Through Modernization Act (HOTMA) has updated rules […]

This webinar will focus on calculating assets and asset income.  Presenters will explain how HOTMA has defined categories of assets and changed the rules for calculating asset income.  Participants will learn how to calculate sources of income and complete the resident income certification form.

LOCATION: Holden Heights Community Center 1201 20th Street, Orlando, FL 32805 This workshop provides guidance to nonprofit organizations on predevelopment activities and due diligence necessary prior to the development of affordable housing units. Participants will learn about the Predevelopment Loan Program (PLP) application process, the PLP Rule in the Florida Administrative Code, creation of the […]

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) […]

While rental assistance vouchers are intended to help low-income families afford housing, they are often rendered ineffective due to a lack of available, affordable units in the housing market. This webinar will explore this growing challenge of housing choice vouchers that go unused and examine the disconnect between voucher availability and housing supply. The webinar […]

This webinar will equip housing and community services staff, neighborhood community partners, and emergency managers with new strategies and tools to proactively plan for post-disaster power outages and reduce extreme heat-related health impacts among vulnerable residents. Presenters will encourage community planning efforts by reviewing the process and discussing a new tool kit with checklists.

This webinar will delve into essential data sources that can help identify and understand housing issues within communities. Participants will learn how to apply data-driven approaches to develop effective housing strategies, with insights from resources like the Shimberg Center for Housing Studies, consolidated housing reports, and other publicly available resources. The session aims to provide […]

This session will focus on the ever-changing priorities and budgets of federal, state, and local funders that impact affordable housing and supportive services. We will share strategies to diversify verbiage in applying traditional and non-traditional funders so that local budgets dedicated to affordable housing and supportive services are sustainable and not significantly shifted by changing […]

LOCATION: Growth Services Main Training Room  2710 E. Silver Springs Blvd, Ocala, FL 34470 This workshop will provide guidance on the fundamental rules of the SHIP program, as well as assist SHIP administrators with five years or less of SHIP experience with the implementation of their programs. The training will provide an overview of the […]

LOCATION: Holden Heights Community Center 1201 20th Street, Orlando, FL 32805 This advanced workshop is designed for nonprofit developers, housing program administrators, and community partners engaged in affordable housing development. Presenters will guide participants through every phase of the development process from site selection, zoning, permitting financing, credit underwriting, construction, and lease-up. Additional topics will […]

There’s no doubt that location is a key factor for where to live – great home locations, among other things, help protect residents from harm and enable access to all the essential goods, services, and destinations that support a high quality of life. This webinar will provide participants with a process to evaluate locational suitability […]

New Construction Strategies and Partnerships Session Description This webinar is designed to guide SHIP administrators as they explore opportunities for local governments to develop single family homes while working with developers and sponsors.  Designing a strategy in your Local Housing Assistance Plan that meets the SHIP requirements is an important first step in this process.  […]

This webinar takes a deeper dive on topics covered in the 2025 ‘Using SHIP for Manufactured Housing’ Catalyst webinar, including more analysis of existing manufactured home zoning allowances and details on zoning reforms to facilitate this type of home. The Coalition will also feature another local government successfully facilitating manufactured homes.

This webinar will explore strategies for identifying, leveraging, and mobilizing the strengths, resources, and opportunities that exist within communities. Participants will learn how to engage residents, local organizations, and other stakeholders in mapping physical, social, economic, and cultural assets. The session will highlight best practices for using community-based asset mapping to inform planning, foster collaboration, […]

Explore how FHFC’s 1 percent Predevelopment Loan Program can help your organization fund planning activities and build long-term capacity for development. The Program is open to nonprofits, local governments and PHAs.  Attendees will learn about the application process.  The webinar will review approval process, the development plan and how the loan is secured. Attendees will […]

Join us for an introductory webinar covering the SHIP program’s core elements, including income eligibility, LHAP development, and AHAC requirements. Learn the fundamental responsibilities involved with providing housing assistance. This session is designed to equip SHIP administrators with foundational knowledge and practical tools to strengthen program delivery.

This session walks through a year-round timeline of SHIP responsibilities, addressing activities that occur year-round, along with seasonal tasks.  The presenters will review the sections of the Local Housing Assistance Plan (LHAP) and offer guidance on implementing LHAP strategies. Participants will gain insights into effective tracking, reporting, fiscal management, and compliance practices.

Selecting a site is challenging and a high-flood risk location can pose added costs to developers, property owners and residents. The Florida Housing Coalition’s new Resilient Guided Growth approach will help affordable housing developers understand and quickly identify current and future flood risks and environmental hazards that can impact development, long-term safety, and affordability. The […]

LOCATION: Tampa Law Center 1700 N Tampa Street Tampa, FL  33602 Classroom 136 This advanced workshop is designed for SHIP administrators with five or more years of experience who are seeking to deepen their understanding of SHIP implementation, enhance program efficiency, and address complex compliance challenges. The session will focus on advanced topics such as […]

This session demystifies how 4 percent tax credits and tax-exempt bonds can be used to finance affordable rental housing. Learn how to layer FHFC funding sources and structure your capital stack effectively. The webinar will examine how developers combine tax exempt bonds with other FHFC and local funding to develop affordable housing. The webinar will […]

This webinar offers housing professionals valuable insights into effective strategies for supporting first-time buyers.  Presenters will include experienced housing counselors that will highlight proven approaches to delivering homebuyer education, personalized counseling techniques, and tools to help clients navigate the homebuying process successfully. Participants will learn how to address common challenges first-time buyers face, strengthen financial […]

LOCATION: Lake County Agricultural Center, 1951 Woodlea Road, Tavares, FL 32778 SHIP funds must be expended for homeownership activities, and homebuyer assistance is one of the most common strategies employed by local governments to meet the homeownership set aside requirement. This workshop is for SHIP local government housing staff and their community partners interested in […]

Housing challenges aren’t unique to cities—rural and smaller communities across Florida face many of the same issues, including the need to build resiliently, preserve existing affordable homes, coordinate limited resources, and foster collaboration among local stakeholders. This training offers a broad look at rural housing policy beyond SHIP-related efforts. Presenters will walk through the full […]

This training will focus on the occasional necessity for a nonprofit developer to find a for-profit development partner. The presenters will address what benefits partners bring, including some that bring the experience required for Florida Housing applications.  Participants will learn about options for partnership with either a nonprofit or for-profit entity with development experience and […]

Accessory homes, also called accessory dwelling units, granny flats, mother-in-law suites, and carriage houses, can be a tool for affordable housing and is a housing type supported by the Florida Legislature.  Learn how local governments can ease barriers to accessory home development, including increasing home options in existing neighborhoods and for lower-income homeowners, renters, and […]

In this webinar, participants will gain insights into best practices for building effective partnerships with community organizations, small and corporate businesses, and other stakeholders. By leveraging these partnerships, participants will discover ways to supplement affordable housing development with community driven partnerships that contribute to neighborhood revitalization. This training will showcase practitioners who will provide successful […]

This training will discuss the options for providing SHIP assistance, from offering grants and deferred loans to direct loans that must be repaid in monthly installments.  Learn what is involved in establishing and recording the agreement.

Not In My Backyard Syndrome (NIMBYism) connotes objections to new housing development made for reasons such as fear and prejudice. Even with the extreme need for more affordable housing, NIMBYism is still all-too common in parts of our state. This training webinar will explore ways the affordable housing ecosystem can dispel NIMBY opposition to affordable […]

This session explores practical strategies to accelerate the delivery of essential housing repairs, as well as demolition and home replacement projects. Participants will learn how to streamline procurement, inspections, and project management to reduce delays and administrative burdens. The training will also highlight how demolition/reconstruction can be an effective strategy to better serve households in […]