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List of all Roles and Policies in the Minnesota Toolbox

In the Minnesota Toolbox of HousingPolicy.org you will find a wide array of information on the many ways that states and localities can increase the availability of homes for working families. Scroll down to see our complete list of roles for states and communities, and the policies associated with each of these roles.

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Special Section: Leadership for Improving the Community
Building Better Communities
Public Participation

Generate Capital for Housing Options
Utilize Tax Increment Financing to Fund a Mix of Housing
Stimulate Construction or Rehab Through Tax Abatements
Adopt Tax Levies in Support of Housing Strategies
Create or Expand Dedicated Housing Trust Funds
Expand and Support Use of the Low-Income Housing Tax Credit
Provide Pre-Development and Acquisition Financing
Support Housing Bond Issues
Use Cross-Subsidies to Support Mixed-Income Communities

Preserve Existing Housing and Neighborhoods
Preserve Rental Options
Preserve Ownership Housing Options
Strengthen and Promote Existing Neighborhoods
Support and Expand Housing Improvement Areas for Common Interest Properties
Encourage Energy Efficiency

Expand Opportunities for New Housing
Expand the Supply of Homes through Rezoning and Regulatory Tools
Make Publicly-Owned Land Available for Affordable Workforce Homes
Redevelop Brownfield Sites for New Housing
Facilitate Reuse of Abandoned, Vacant, and Tax-Delinquent Properties
Encourage Green Building Techniques and Policies
Adopt Local Policies in Support of Housing Choice

Provide Efficient Use of Local Development Tools
Ensure Land Use and Zoning Policies Support a Diversity of Housing Types
Adopt Expedited Permitting and Review Policies

Help Residents Succeed
Expand Homeownership Education and Counseling
Create and Expand Downpayment Assistance
Prevent Foreclosures and Help Affected Renters and Owners
Reduce Household Energy Costs
Create and Expand Homeowner Renovation Assistance
Encourage Employers' Commitment to Affordable Homes for Workers
Provide Access to Specialized Housing Services

Support of Connected, Livable Communities
Link Transportation Policies and Land Use
Promote Sustainable Development Patterns
Support Active and Healthy Living
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