Westchester County needs more housing—but what resources are available to help make it happen?

In Episode 126 of Building Knowledge, we welcome Blanca Lopez, Commissioner of the Westchester County Department of Planning, for a conversation about the county's housing initiatives, funding opportunities, and programs that support new development, rehabilitation, and preservation.

Commissioner Lopez explains how the Department of Planning is working to address Westchester's housing shortage and highlights the incentives available to developers, contractors, property owners, and municipalities. She also shares her perspective on how local and state leaders are responding to the region's growing housing challenges.

In this episode, you'll learn about:

• The role of the Westchester County Department of Planning
• Current housing needs and efforts to expand the housing supply
• Affordable housing funding opportunities and the Affordable Housing Investment Fund
• The Affordable Housing Rehabilitation and Preservation Initiative
• Lead Safe Westchester's grant program for lead hazard reduction in pre-1978 homes
• The Community Development Block Grant Program
• The future of housing policy and development in Westchester County

Whether you're involved in development, construction, real estate, property management, or simply interested in the future of housing in Westchester, this episode offers valuable insights into the programs and partnerships helping shape the county's communities.