Scott County Housing And Redevelopment Authority

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The Scott County CDA's 5-Year PHA Plan outlines its mission to invest in opportunities to live and work in Scott County, focusing on serving low-income, very low-income, and extremely low-income families. Key strategic goals include preserving and expanding affordable housing options, ensuring accessible housing programs, and expanding outreach and stability services. Additionally, the plan emphasizes affirmatively furthering fair housing through education, promoting accessibility for all abilities and language proficiencies, and integrating fair housing principles into internal policies.

This strategic planning briefing for Scott County CDA outlines the organization's direction, focusing on core competencies in economic development, affordable housing, and community resource provision, underpinned by adaptability and collaboration. The 2031 vision aims to enhance stability and self-sufficiency, foster partnerships, and establish Scott County as an economic destination with diverse, livable communities and expanded housing. Strategic goals for the next 3-5 years include increasing housing capacity and stability, diversifying businesses, developing a skilled workforce, enhancing community outreach, and expanding organizational capacity.

The meeting covered proposed budgets from the House and Senate, with hope for minimal cuts to the program. There was an extensive discussion on NSPIRE changes beginning 10/1/2025, including potential consequences for tenants if landlords struggle to meet the criteria and concerns about landlords leaving the program due to overly strict criteria. Participants requested and received copies of the inspection checklist. CDA will explore providing tenants access to inspection results and adding language to inspection notices. Additional changes CDA recommended, going into effect on 1/1/26, were discussed without significant concerns. A reminder was given about CDA moving in August of 2025.

The 5-Year PHA Plan for Scott County CDA outlines its mission to invest in opportunities for living and working in Scott County. Key strategic pillars include preserving and expanding affordable housing options, ensuring accessible and equitable housing programs, and expanding outreach and stability services. The plan also addresses strengthening communities through affordable housing, supporting victims of domestic violence and related issues under the Violence Against Women Act, and actively promoting fair housing through education, accessibility, and policy integration.