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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260225T133000
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SUMMARY:Region 2 - YIGBY (Yes In God’s Backyard) Informational Session (Gainesville)
DESCRIPTION:LOCATION: \nFebruary 25\, 2026 – 1:30pm – 4:00pm EST \nAlachua County Health Department\nJohn Henry Thomas\, M.D. Center\,\nThomas Coward Auditorium\n224 SE 24th Street\, Gainesville\, FL 32641 \nThe Florida Housing Coalition\, in partnership with Enterprise Community Partners\, invites houses of worship\, nonprofit organizations\, housing advocates\, and local government housing and planning staff to attend this YIGBY (Yes In God’s Backyard) session for unlocking affordable housing opportunities on faith-owned land.  This will provide practical guidance on how recent Florida state legislation enables affordable housing development on religious-owned land\, and how communities can effectively move projects from concept to completion. \nParticipants will gain a clear understanding of new state legislation allowing housing development on land owned by religious institutions.  Learn about the key eligibility requirements and how they interact with local government processes.  Presenters will discuss the housing development process\, from early visioning through construction\, as well as predevelopment and development financing.  \nCommunities in Region 2 include (but are not limited to): Alachua County Baker County Bradford County Clay County Columbia County Daytona Beach Deltona Dixie County Duval County Flagler County Gainesville Gilchrist County Lafayette County Nassau County Palm Coast St. Johns County Suwannee County Union County Volusia County. \nThis training is sponsored by Enterprise Community Partners\nin partnership with the Florida Housing Coalition
URL:https://flhousing.org/calendar/region-2-yigby-yes-in-gods-backyard-informational-session-gainesville/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260225T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260225T113000
DTSTAMP:20250731T231153Z
CREATED:20250731T231153Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250731T231153Z
UID:74414-1772013600-1772019000@flhousing.org
SUMMARY:Guided Growth: Applications of Location  Suitability Analysis for Housing
DESCRIPTION: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 for homes in a community\, with applications for increased home allowances through land use policies and zoning\, focus areas for funding investments and land acquisition for affordable homes\, and more.
URL:https://flhousing.org/calendar/guided-growth-applications-of-location-suitability-analysis-for-housing/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260224T083000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260224T170000
DTSTAMP:20250730T184500Z
CREATED:20250730T184500Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250730T184500Z
UID:74362-1771921800-1771952400@flhousing.org
SUMMARY:WORKSHOP: The Affordable Housing Development Process
DESCRIPTION:LOCATION: \nHolden Heights Community Center \n1201 20th Street\, Orlando\, FL 32805 \nThis 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 include addressing land use challenges\, managing impact fees\, and structuring housing to ensure long-term affordability. Participants will leave with the knowledge needed to move housing projects from concept to completion. \nWho Should Attend? \n\nNonprofit developers\nDevelopers working with cities and counties\nHousing program administrators and community partners interested in affordable housing development\n\nKey Topics: \n\nExploring the Credit Underwriting Checklist\nUnderstand the three components of successful Credit Underwriting: the project readiness\, the financial feasibility of the deal\, and the developer capacity\nIn-house credit underwriting: skillsets required and minimum threshold
URL:https://flhousing.org/calendar/workshop-the-affordable-housing-development-process-2/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260218T083000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260218T170000
DTSTAMP:20251022T135311Z
CREATED:20250730T184314Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251022T135311Z
UID:74360-1771403400-1771434000@flhousing.org
SUMMARY:WORKSHOP: SHIP Program Administration for New Staff
DESCRIPTION:LOCATION: \nGrowth Services Main Training Room \n 2710 E. Silver Springs Blvd\, Ocala\, FL 34470 \nThis 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 SHIP program\, income eligibility review\, LHAP guidance\, and AHAC requirements. The guidance from this training will help SHIP administrators adjust\, adapt\, and be successful. In addition\, the training will review a year-long timeline of SHIP tasks and deadlines and will provide LHAP guidance about strategy implementation. Participants will learn about tracking and reporting SHIP\, financial management\, monitoring\, and compliance. This administration training looks beyond a list of rules and regulations to help participants understand the basis and reasoning for program requirements. This deeper knowledge will help participants as they consider how to update their process or strategies. \nWho should attend? \n\nNew SHIP administrators:\nSubrecipients and sponsors\nSHIP Program staff\n\nKey Topics \n\nOverview of SHIP requirements and training resources\nThe eligibility determination process\nMaintaining SHIP files\nTracking encumbrances and expenditures
URL:https://flhousing.org/calendar/workshop-ship-program-administration-for-new-staff/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260212T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260212T113000
DTSTAMP:20250731T231045Z
CREATED:20250731T231045Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250731T231045Z
UID:74412-1770890400-1770895800@flhousing.org
SUMMARY:Increasing Your Odds with Funders to  Support Housing and Services
DESCRIPTION: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 funder priorities.
URL:https://flhousing.org/calendar/increasing-your-odds-with-funders-to-support-housing-and-services/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260211T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260211T153000
DTSTAMP:20250731T230945Z
CREATED:20250731T230945Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250731T230945Z
UID:74410-1770818400-1770823800@flhousing.org
SUMMARY:Data-Driven Planning
DESCRIPTION: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 practical guidance on leveraging data for more informed and impactful housing planning.
URL:https://flhousing.org/calendar/data-driven-planning/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260205T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260205T113000
DTSTAMP:20250731T230843Z
CREATED:20250731T230843Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250731T230843Z
UID:74408-1770285600-1770291000@flhousing.org
SUMMARY:Preparing Communities for Extreme Heat and  Post-Disaster Outages
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://flhousing.org/calendar/preparing-communities-for-extreme-heat-and-post-disaster-outages/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260204T133000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260204T160000
DTSTAMP:20260105T185116Z
CREATED:20260105T184758Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260105T185116Z
UID:75874-1770211800-1770220800@flhousing.org
SUMMARY:Region 4 - YIGBY (Yes In God’s Backyard) Informational Session (Bradenton)
DESCRIPTION:LOCATION: \nFeb. 4\, 2026 – 1:30pm – 4:00pm EST \n Lakewood Ranch Library\n16410 Rangeland Pkwy\, Bradenton\, FL 34211 \nThe Florida Housing Coalition\, in partnership with Enterprise Community Partners\, invites houses of worship\, nonprofit organizations\, housing advocates\, and local government housing and planning staff to attend this YIGBY (Yes In God’s Backyard) session for unlocking affordable housing opportunities on faith-owned land.  This will provide practical guidance on how recent Florida state legislation enables affordable housing development on religious-owned land\, and how communities can effectively move projects from concept to completion. \nParticipants will gain a clear understanding of new state legislation allowing housing development on land owned by religious institutions.  Learn about the key eligibility requirements and how they interact with local government processes.  Presenters will discuss the housing development process\, from early visioning through construction\, as well as predevelopment and development financing.  \nCommunities in Region 4 include (but are not limited to): Bradenton\, Cape Coral\, Charlotte County\, Clearwater\, Fort Myers\, Hillsborough County\, Lakeland\, Largo\, Lee County\, Manatee County\, Pinellas County\, Polk County\, St. Petersburg\, Sarasota County\, City of Sarasota\, Tampa\, and Winter Haven. \nThis training is sponsored by Enterprise Community Partners\nin partnership with the Florida Housing Coalition
URL:https://flhousing.org/calendar/region-4-yigby-yes-in-gods-backyard-informational-session-bradenton/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260203T133000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260203T160000
DTSTAMP:20260105T185249Z
CREATED:20260105T184506Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260105T185249Z
UID:75872-1770125400-1770134400@flhousing.org
SUMMARY:Region 3 - YIGBY (Yes In God’s Backyard) Informational Session (Orlando)
DESCRIPTION:LOCATION: \nFeb. 3\, 2026 – 1:30pm – 4:00pm EST \nHolden Heights Community Center \n1201 20th Street\, Orlando\, FL 32805 \nThe Florida Housing Coalition\, in partnership with Enterprise Community Partners\, invites houses of worship\, nonprofit organizations\, housing advocates\, and local government housing and planning staff to attend this YIGBY (Yes In God’s Backyard) session for unlocking affordable housing opportunities on faith-owned land.  This will provide practical guidance on how recent Florida state legislation enables affordable housing development on religious-owned land\, and how communities can effectively move projects from concept to completion. \nParticipants will gain a clear understanding of new state legislation allowing housing development on land owned by religious institutions.  Learn about the key eligibility requirements and how they interact with local government processes.  Presenters will discuss the housing development process\, from early visioning through construction\, as well as predevelopment and development financing.  \nCommunities in Region 3 include (but are not limited to): Brevard County\, Citrus County\, Cocoa\, Hernando County\, Kissimmee\, Lake County\, Levy County\, Marion County\, Melbourne\, Ocala\, Orange County\, Orlando\, Osceola County\, Palm Bay\, Pasco County\, Putnam County\, Seminole County\, Sumter County\, and Titusville. \nThis training is sponsored by Enterprise Community Partners\nin partnership with the Florida Housing Coalition
URL:https://flhousing.org/calendar/region-3-yigby-yes-in-gods-backyard-informational-session-orlando/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260129T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260129T113000
DTSTAMP:20250730T225920Z
CREATED:20250730T225920Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250730T225920Z
UID:74400-1769680800-1769686200@flhousing.org
SUMMARY:Vouchers Without Vacancy: Fixing the  Gap in Affordable Housing
DESCRIPTION: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 will highlight innovative strategies communities are using to close this gap and discuss policy and program solutions that can help ensure vouchers truly provide access to stable\, affordable housing.
URL:https://flhousing.org/calendar/vouchers-without-vacancy-fixing-the-gap-in-affordable-housing/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260121T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260121T153000
DTSTAMP:20250730T225833Z
CREATED:20250730T225833Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250730T225833Z
UID:74398-1769004000-1769009400@flhousing.org
SUMMARY:Supporting Shared Equity & CLTs with SHIP
DESCRIPTION: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: \n\nExplore model Local Housing Assistance Plan (LHAP) strategies that can support the creation of permanently affordable homeownership opportunities.\nHighlight ways SHIP funds can be used for purchase assistance\, rehabilitation of existing homes\, and construction of new units.\nExamine key program considerations—including legal instruments\, procurement requirements\, and compliance monitoring—to ensure lasting impact and accountability.\n\nJoin us to gain actionable insights to help your community create an approach to permanently close the homeownership affordability gap.
URL:https://flhousing.org/calendar/supporting-shared-equity-clts-with-ship/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260121T133000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260121T160000
DTSTAMP:20260105T184223Z
CREATED:20260105T184003Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260105T184223Z
UID:75868-1769002200-1769011200@flhousing.org
SUMMARY:Region 5 - YIGBY (Yes In God’s Backyard) Informational Session (Palm Beach)
DESCRIPTION:LOCATION: \nJan. 21\, 2026 – 1:30pm – 4:00pm EST \nRiviera Beach CRA Marina Event Center\n190 E. 13th Street Riviera Beach\, FL 33404 \nThe Florida Housing Coalition\, in partnership with Enterprise Community Partners\, invites houses of worship\, nonprofit organizations\, housing advocates\, and local government housing and planning staff to attend this YIGBY (Yes In God’s Backyard) session for unlocking affordable housing opportunities on faith-owned land.  This will provide practical guidance on how recent Florida state legislation enables affordable housing development on religious-owned land\, and how communities can effectively move projects from concept to completion. \nParticipants will gain a clear understanding of new state legislation allowing housing development on land owned by religious institutions.  Learn about the key eligibility requirements and how they interact with local government processes.  Presenters will discuss the housing development process\, from early visioning through construction\, as well as predevelopment and development financing.  \nCommunities in Region 5 include (but are not limited to): Boca Raton\, Boynton Beach\, Collier County\, Delray Beach\, Desoto County\, Fort Pierce\, Glades County\, Hardee County\, Hendry County\, Highlands County\, Indian River County\, Martin County\, Okeechobee County\, Palm Beach County\, Port St. Lucie\, St. Lucie County\, Wellington\, and West Palm Beach. \nThis training is sponsored by Enterprise Community Partners\nin partnership with the Florida Housing Coalition
URL:https://flhousing.org/calendar/region-5-yigby-yes-in-gods-backyard-informational-session-palm-beach/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260121T083000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260121T170000
DTSTAMP:20250730T184001Z
CREATED:20250730T184001Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250730T184001Z
UID:74356-1768984200-1769014800@flhousing.org
SUMMARY:WORKSHOP: Introduction to Affordable Housing Pre-Development
DESCRIPTION:LOCATION: \nHolden Heights Community Center \n1201 20th Street\, Orlando\, FL 32805 \nThis 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 Development Plan\, and technical assistance for nonprofit borrowers to get from concept to construction. Presenters will concept and design\, nonprofit mission\, site selection\, creating the project concept\, assessing organizational capacity\, assembling the development team\, construction/design\, zoning and land uses\, budgeting\, and the timeframe of the predevelopment process. \nWho Should Attend? \n\nNonprofit affordable housing developers\nLocal government housing administrators\nCommunity partners\nAffordable Housing Advisory Committee (AHAC) members\n\nKey Topics: \n\nFederal and state predevelopment funding opportunities\nDevelopment Plan creation and implementation strategies\nZoning and land use regulations impacting predevelopment\nBudgeting essentials for predevelopment activities
URL:https://flhousing.org/calendar/workshop-introduction-to-affordable-housing-pre-development-2/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260120T133000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260120T160000
DTSTAMP:20260105T184122Z
CREATED:20260105T183711Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260105T184122Z
UID:75866-1768915800-1768924800@flhousing.org
SUMMARY:Region 6 - YIGBY (Yes In God’s Backyard) Informational Session  (Miami-Dade/Broward)
DESCRIPTION:LOCATION: \nJanuary 20\, 2026 – 1:30pm – 4:00pm EST \nCharlotte Burrie Community Center\n2669 N. Federal Hwy Pompano Beach\, FL 33064 \nThe Florida Housing Coalition\, in partnership with Enterprise Community Partners\, invites houses of worship\, nonprofit organizations\, housing advocates\, and local government housing and planning staff to attend this YIGBY (Yes In God’s Backyard) session for unlocking affordable housing opportunities on faith-owned land.  This will provide practical guidance on how recent Florida state legislation enables affordable housing development on religious-owned land\, and how communities can effectively move projects from concept to completion. \nParticipants will gain a clear understanding of new state legislation allowing housing development on land owned by religious institutions.  Learn about the key eligibility requirements and how they interact with local government processes.  Presenters will discuss the housing development process\, from early visioning through construction\, as well as predevelopment and development financing.  \nCommunities in Region 6 include (but are not limited to): Broward County\, Coconut Creek\, Coral Springs\, Davie\, Deerfield Beach\, Fort Lauderdale\, Hialeah\, Hollywood\, Lauderhill\, Margate\, Miami-Dade County\, Miami\, Miami Beach\, Miami Gardens\, Miramar\, Monroe County\, North Miami\, Pembroke Pines\, Plantation\, Pompano Beach\, Sunrise\, and Tamarac. \nThis training is sponsored by Enterprise Community Partners\nin partnership with the Florida Housing Coalition
URL:https://flhousing.org/calendar/region-6-yigby-yes-in-gods-backyard-informational-session-miami-dade-broward/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260114T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260114T113000
DTSTAMP:20250730T225728Z
CREATED:20250730T225728Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250730T225728Z
UID:74396-1768384800-1768390200@flhousing.org
SUMMARY:Proficiency in Income Qualification Part 2 (second time offered)
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://flhousing.org/calendar/proficiency-in-income-qualification-part-2-second-time-offered/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260113T133000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260113T160000
DTSTAMP:20260105T183148Z
CREATED:20260105T183148Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260105T183148Z
UID:75864-1768311000-1768320000@flhousing.org
SUMMARY:Region 1 - YIGBY (Yes In God’s Backyard) Informational Session (Bay County)
DESCRIPTION:LOCATION: \nJanuary 13\, 2026 – 1:30pm – 4:00pm Central Time \nBay County Government Center \n840 W. 11th Street\, 3rd Floor\, Room 3023 \nPanama City\, FL 32401 \nThe Florida Housing Coalition\, in partnership with Enterprise Community Partners\, invites houses of worship\, nonprofit organizations\, housing advocates\, and local government housing and planning staff to attend this YIGBY (Yes In God’s Backyard) session for unlocking affordable housing opportunities on faith-owned land.  This will provide practical guidance on how recent Florida state legislation enables affordable housing development on religious-owned land\, and how communities can effectively move projects from concept to completion. \nParticipants will gain a clear understanding of new state legislation allowing housing development on land owned by religious institutions.  Learn about the key eligibility requirements and how they interact with local government processes.  Presenters will discuss the housing development process\, from early visioning through construction\, as well as predevelopment and development financing.  \nCommunities in Region 1 include (but are not limited to): Bay County\, Calhoun County\, Escambia County\, Holmes County\, Jackson County\, Okaloosa County\, Panama City\, Pensacola\, Santa Rosa County\, Walton County\, Washington County\, Franklin County\, Gulf County\, Gadsden County\, Hamilton County\, Jefferson County\, Leon County\, Liberty County\, Madison County\, Tallahassee\, Taylor County\, and Wakulla County. \nThis training is sponsored by Enterprise Community Partners\nin partnership with the Florida Housing Coalition
URL:https://flhousing.org/calendar/region-1-yigby-yes-in-gods-backyard-informational-session-bay-county/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260108T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260108T113000
DTSTAMP:20250730T225630Z
CREATED:20250730T225630Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250730T225630Z
UID:74394-1767866400-1767871800@flhousing.org
SUMMARY:Proficiency in Income Qualification Part 1 (second time offered)
DESCRIPTION: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 related to household members\, income verification\, and more.
URL:https://flhousing.org/calendar/proficiency-in-income-qualification-part-1-second-time-offered/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251218T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251218T113000
DTSTAMP:20250730T225521Z
CREATED:20250730T225521Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250730T225521Z
UID:74392-1766052000-1766057400@flhousing.org
SUMMARY:Making Your SHIP Program Market Responsive
DESCRIPTION: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 valuations\, and more.
URL:https://flhousing.org/calendar/making-your-ship-program-market-responsive/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251216T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251216T153000
DTSTAMP:20250730T225423Z
CREATED:20250730T225423Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250730T225423Z
UID:74390-1765893600-1765899000@flhousing.org
SUMMARY:Using Publicly Owned Land for Affordable Housing
DESCRIPTION: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: \n\nProvide an overview of legal requirements and compliance considerations for publicly owned land.\nShare best practices for evaluating land for inclusion in affordable housing inventories or for acquisition.\nOffer strategies on how local governments and special districts can thoughtfully and strategically dispose of surplus land to catalyze affordable housing production.\n\nLeave with actionable insights from experts and hear directly from guest speakers who are successfully implementing innovative programs that will help your community make the most of its land resources. \n  \n 
URL:https://flhousing.org/calendar/using-publicly-owned-land-for-affordable-housing/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251210T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251210T113000
DTSTAMP:20250730T225317Z
CREATED:20250730T225317Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250730T225317Z
UID:74388-1765360800-1765366200@flhousing.org
SUMMARY:Navigating Live Local's Land Use Mandates
DESCRIPTION:One of the main pillars of the 2023 Live Local Act was its land use mandate for affordable housing in commercial\, industrial\, and mixed-use areas. This training will explore all aspects of this affordable housing tool from the basics of the law\, to data\, and to implementation. Presenters will take an in-depth look at all aspects of the land use mandate and provide examples from practitioners throughout the state.
URL:https://flhousing.org/calendar/navigating-live-locals-land-use-mandates/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251202T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251202T113000
DTSTAMP:20250730T225222Z
CREATED:20250730T225222Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250730T225222Z
UID:74386-1764669600-1764675000@flhousing.org
SUMMARY:Supporting Affordable Housing in Rural Communities
DESCRIPTION:This training will support rural communities as they plan for possible additional housing funding.  Presenters will discuss budget and LHAP considerations\, improving outreach\, re-evaluating and expediting current strategies\, and options for online project management software.  Participants will consider staffing options\, administrative efficiencies\, and contracting out various services.  They will review options for new strategies like Rental Housing Assistance or Development\, Replacement Housing\, or Homeownership of New Construction.
URL:https://flhousing.org/calendar/supporting-affordable-housing-in-rural-communities/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251120T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251120T153000
DTSTAMP:20250801T212944Z
CREATED:20250730T225104Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250801T212944Z
UID:74384-1763647200-1763652600@flhousing.org
SUMMARY:LHAP Design Part 2
DESCRIPTION:This webinar will provide examples of the nuts and bolts of the plan update.  This is an important training\, considering that many SHIP communities must submit new LHAPs in 2025. Key topics to be addressed include properly defining terms of assistance and designing housing strategies that work in a changing market. Presenters will discuss not-so-common strategies that can be used to serve both renters and owners. Local governments will be encouraged to review local data to better identify the needs in their community when it comes to selecting and designing strategies to ensure a comprehensive approach to addressing affordable housing needs.
URL:https://flhousing.org/calendar/lhap-design-part-2-2/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251119T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251119T113000
DTSTAMP:20250730T225005Z
CREATED:20250730T225005Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250730T225005Z
UID:74382-1763546400-1763551800@flhousing.org
SUMMARY:Strategic Planning for Housing Nonprofits
DESCRIPTION:In this webinar\, presenters will share best practices in strategic planning for nonprofits\, with a focus on how housing development fits into their missions and visions. Topics will include structure and components\, avoiding “mission drift”\, setting benchmarks and evaluating performance. Presenters will also discuss differences between a multi-year strategic plan and annual action plan\, and the value of having a facilitator. The webinar will include examples from nonprofits implementing these best practices.
URL:https://flhousing.org/calendar/strategic-planning-for-housing-nonprofits/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251113T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251113T153000
DTSTAMP:20250730T224906Z
CREATED:20250730T224906Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250730T224906Z
UID:74380-1763042400-1763047800@flhousing.org
SUMMARY:Community Benefits and Outcomes of Permanent Supportive Housing
DESCRIPTION:Permanent Supportive Housing (PSH) is an essential component of affordable housing stock. This type of development prioritizes persons most vulnerable in our communities\, with the lowest incomes and highest service needs\, including persons experiencing homelessness and individuals with special needs. This webinar will discuss how to analyze unmet housing needs\, develop partnerships with community-based service providers\, and finance PSH. The presenters will discuss community benefits including reduced costs on emergency room visits\, jail time\, police interventions\, and more. Participants will hear from PSH developers about their experience with FHFC’s competitive solicitation process and how they can effectively create partnerships with supportive service agencies to promote housing retention and permanent transitions out of homelessness and into stable housing. Attendees will learn about the specific RFA’s designed for supportive housing\, as well as the team members needed and the process of successfully developing supportive housing.
URL:https://flhousing.org/calendar/community-benefits-and-outcomes-of-permanent-supportive-housing-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251105T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251105T113000
DTSTAMP:20250730T224718Z
CREATED:20250730T224718Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250730T224718Z
UID:74378-1762336800-1762342200@flhousing.org
SUMMARY:LHAP Design Part 1
DESCRIPTION:This webinar will assist local government staff in the preparation and implementation of the Local Housing Assistance Plan (LHAP) as required by SHIP. It focuses on using and improving LHAP in the three years between when the plan is formally updated. Learn how to write a LHAP that is clear\, concise and complies with all requirements. The presenters will advise participants how to update existing strategies\, add a new strategy\, and incorporate the regulatory reform work of the affordable housing advisory committee (AHAC) into the LHAP.
URL:https://flhousing.org/calendar/lhap-design-part-1-2/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251021T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251021T153000
DTSTAMP:20251009T173553Z
CREATED:20250717T172652Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251009T173553Z
UID:74270-1761055200-1761060600@flhousing.org
SUMMARY:Comprehensive Pre-Development Process
DESCRIPTION:Comprehensive Pre-Development Process\nSession Description\nInland flood and wind risks are creating new issues for housing. Selecting a site is challenging and a high-risk location can add costs to developers\, property owners and residents. The Florida Housing Coalition’s new Resilient Guided Growth approach will help developers understand and identify current and future flood risks and environmental hazards that can impact development\, long-term safety\, and affordability. The webinar will also review new reports from the FBC\, discuss assessment strategies\, and share lessons learned regarding site improvement costs. Participants will also learn about reselling/ disposition and recommendations for resilient design and construction for single family and multifamily properties on high-risk sites.
URL:https://flhousing.org/calendar/comprehensive-pre-development-process/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251021T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251021T113000
DTSTAMP:20250722T174052Z
CREATED:20250717T172824Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250722T174052Z
UID:74272-1761040800-1761046200@flhousing.org
SUMMARY:Tune Up Your Homebuyer Program
DESCRIPTION:Tune Up Your Homebuyer Program\nSession Description\nTune Up Your Homebuyer Program is an engaging and practical webinar designed to help SHIP grantees strengthen and refine their purchase assistance program. This session will explore best practices\, common pitfalls\, and innovative strategies to ensure your program is efficient\, compliant\, and market responsive. Whether you’re looking to improve outreach\, streamline processes\, or enhance long-term affordability measures\, this webinar will provide valuable insights and actionable tips to keep your program performing at its best.
URL:https://flhousing.org/calendar/tune-up-your-homebuyer-program/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251015T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251015T153000
DTSTAMP:20251006T182527Z
CREATED:20250717T172456Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251006T182527Z
UID:74268-1760536800-1760542200@flhousing.org
SUMMARY:Designing Effective Land Use Incentives (Second Part of AHAC Series)
DESCRIPTION:Designing Effective Land Use Incentives (Second Part of AHAC Series)\nSession Description \nThis webinar will build on a more general overview from the first webinar to provide detailed technical information on evaluating effective structures of incentives\, including density bonuses and how to coordinate other regulatory incentives\, to successfully encourage use of these incentives and produce affordable units. FHC will conduct research of recently submitted reports to summarize trends and provide example incentive structures from across the state.
URL:https://flhousing.org/calendar/designing-effective-land-use-incentives-second-part-of-ahac-series/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251015T083000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251015T170000
DTSTAMP:20250730T184116Z
CREATED:20250730T183449Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250730T184116Z
UID:74354-1760517000-1760547600@flhousing.org
SUMMARY:WORKSHOP: Proficiency in Income Qualification
DESCRIPTION:LOCATION: \nOsceola County Housing and Community Services \nHuman Services Training Room 1 \n1392 E. Vine Street  Kissimmee\, FL 34744 \nThis is an intensive income compliance workshop designed for those who process SHIP applications and those who oversee the SHIP office. One of the training courses that is most requested by SHIP staff\, this course introduces numerous critical eligibility activities\, including income verification\, determining household size\, and calculation of annual income. The training covers how the Housing Opportunity Through Modernization Act (HOTMA) has updated these income qualification rules. Hands-on exercises will challenge participants to apply qualification methods to case studies and to reflect on how lessons learned may be applied to each participant’s daily SHIP work. \nWho Should Attend? \n\nNew and experienced SHIP staff from local government\nLocal government staff responsible for compliance\nNonprofit organizations\nLocal lenders or other service providers who are involved with the income eligibility process\n\nKey Topics: \n\nNewer methods of income verification\nCertifying income\nIssuing the award letter\nTracking and reporting program accomplishments\n\n 
URL:https://flhousing.org/calendar/workshop-proficiency-in-income-qualification-8/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251009T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251009T113000
DTSTAMP:20250717T171905Z
CREATED:20250717T171905Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250717T171905Z
UID:74265-1760004000-1760009400@flhousing.org
SUMMARY:Understanding Green and Resilient Construction
DESCRIPTION:Understanding Green and Resilient Construction\nSession Description\nCreating long-term affordability means building homes that are resilient to severe weather — heat\, wind and water. This webinar will educate construction managers\, housing managers\, and developers on the benefit of third-party certification programs including FGBC\, NGBS and Enterprise Green Communities (approved by FHFC for RFAs) and the IBHS Fortified program. Program representatives will review construction standards and discuss recommendations for RFAs\, updating your rehab and new construction programs\,  and other practical steps.
URL:https://flhousing.org/calendar/understanding-green-and-resilient-construction/
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