The Rent Roll with Jay Parsons EP#5 Mayor Dr. Lynne Robinson | Win/Wins For Cities & Developers
Oct 17, 2024
Dr. Lynne Robinson, the Mayor of Bellevue, Washington, shares her insights on the city's innovative partnerships with tech giants like Amazon and Microsoft to tackle workforce housing issues. She discusses how collaboration between local governments and developers can streamline housing policies. Dr. Robinson highlights successful strategies that balance community needs while addressing housing shortages. She also offers advice for developers looking to navigate local policies and create win-win scenarios for both cities and residents.
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Bifurcated Rental Affordability
- Rental affordability shows a stark divide between middle-upper income renters and low-income renters.
- Building more market rate housing benefits all by enabling filtering down to more affordable units.
Boost Resident Retention
- Property managers should prioritize resident satisfaction through quick maintenance and conflict resolution.
- Enhancing community amenities and fostering on-site relationships improves retention against high inventory.
Nimbyism Challenges Housing Growth
- Nimbyism reflects support for housing, but opposition to new development near existing residents.
- Changing this mindset is crucial for meaningful solutions in housing supply.