View training events from the Florida Housing Coalition below. You can also view previous events, which will contain the event recording, presentation, and handouts (if available) in the event description.
The Florida Housing Coalition announces a training for the Agency for Persons with Disabilities’ (APD) service providers, staff at Centers for Independent Living, and other statewide disability organizations tasked with helping individuals with disabilities gain access to affordable, accessible, and integrated housing. Presenters will introduce participants to state and federal affordable housing resources that address […]
When prices go up, communities respond by increasing their LHAP maximum purchase prices and purchase assistance. The presenters will offer guidance addressing this, but they will also encourage participants to consider an alternative approach involving new construction subsidy. Learn how to determine the approach that works best for your community. Link to PowerPoint: https://flhousing.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Responding-to-Increased-Home-Prices.pdf Link […]
In this webinar, presenters will discuss the benefits of designated target areas such as Community Redevelopment Areas (CRA) and Neighborhood Revitalization Strategy Areas (NRSA) to maximize funding and implement impactful affordable housing solutions. This strategy supports a comprehensive approach to addressing affordable housing needs in areas of opportunity. Additional advantages include various incentives and enhanced […]
Join us for the fourth “Integrating Energy Efficiency into Rehab” webinar sponsored by Duke Energy. In this session, Janet McIlvaine from the Florida Solar Energy Center (FSEC) will share best practices for affordable housing renovation. She discusses energy efficiency, occupant health & safety, and building durability. Learn how FSEC’s Retrofit Challenge checklist can help improve […]
Presenters will include architects who will discuss affordable housing design considerations. Many residents often live near or drive by affordable housing without realizing the housing is affordable. This is due to the attractive building design and landscaping. This session focuses on the critical role of design in addressing NIMBY opposition, as well as project feasibility, addressing […]
This webinar is designed to prepare SHIP staff to complete their annual report by September 15th. Presenters will provide guidance on how to complete each tab of the report along with instructions on how to obtain data needed for the certification, questions on foreclosure default, success stories and more. Additional topics include guidance on reporting […]
This webinar is focused on planning for post disaster emergency housing since hurricane season is not the time to start plans. Pre-covery is the concept of preparing for disaster by taking steps to qualify contractors and ordering building supplies that can be accessed post disaster. Presenters will explore how local governments can deploy minimum sized […]
This webinar is designed to offer a primer for new members to orient them to AHAC responsibilities. This webinar will go through the eleven required incentives each AHAC is required to consider as part of the SHIP program and provide best practices on conducting the work of the AHAC. Learn about the timeline and activities […]
This is the first of a two-part training focused on resources available for SHIP administration in determining income. It covers 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 […]
This webinar will focus on calculating assets and asset income, completing the resident income certification form, complying with the 120-day clock, the award letter, and monitoring and compliance. The Housing Opportunity Through Modernization Act (HOTMA) has updated these income qualification rules. PowerPoint Link: https://flhousing.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/Proficiency-in-Income-2024-Part-2.pdf Video Link: https://vimeo.com/1018507397
The Housing Crisis Response System is comprised of providers, stakeholders, and resources available to help people at risk of or experiencing homelessness. This webinar examines the components of an effective housing crisis response system and gives an overview of each, including prevention, outreach and coordinated entry, emergency shelter, rapid rehousing, and permanent supportive housing. Powerpoint […]
'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 […]
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