The federal gov¿t. has increasingly focused on linking affordable housing to transit-oriented developments -- compact, walkable, mixed-use neighborhoods located near transit -- through the HUD¿s housing programs and the Dept. of Transportation's (DoT) Federal Transit Admin.'s (FTA) transit programs. This report reviews: (1) what is known about how transit-oriented developments affect the availability of affordable housing; (2) how local, state, and federal agencies have worked to ensure that affordable housing is available in transit-oriented developments; and (3) the extent to which HUD and FTA have worked together to ensure that transportation and affordable housing objectives are integrated in transit-oriented developments. Illustrations.

Affordable Housing in Transit-Oriented Development: Key Practices Could Enhance Recent Collaboration Efforts between DOT-FTA and HUD

Tampa is however missing two crucial components. To ensure successful projects, Tampa needs to continue a proactive planning practice and also develop specific station area plans. Tampa has unique state funding programs, such as the State Housing Initiative Partnership (SHIP) program, the State Apartment Incentive Loan (SAIL) program and the Elderly Housing Community Loan (EHCL) program, at its disposal that can further support its community members through housing and transportation expense reductions. Tampa also makes a point the projects should be held accountable for their schedules and expenses, and that green building practices should be sought out when constructing or renovating affordable housing units. The findings suggest that Tampa's policy makers have worked hard to develop the schedule of programs currently outlined and that the city is aware of the connectivity of the crucial elements that drive a community's sustainability.