Shelterforce #148 -- Winter 2006 -- National Housing Institute

A Very High Stakes Deal

The $5.4 billion sale of Manhattan's last middle-class enclave might have been prevented if there had been progressive policies in place. By Brad Lander
The Case for a Right to Housing

While the Constitution of the United States ensures citizens many rights, housing is not one of them - although such a right has been advocated for many years. _Shelterforce_ asked Chester Hartman and Rachel G. Bratt (co-editors of A Right To Housing, with Michael E. Stone) to discuss this notion of a "right to housing." Hartman, answering a series of questions, puts it into the context of other rights Americans expect. Bratt explains how a right to housing can advance the work of CDCs. By Chester Hartman
Why CDCs Should Advocate for a Right to Housing

While the Constitution of the United States ensures citizens many rights, housing is not one of them - although such a right has been advocated for many years. _Shelterforce_ asked Chester Hartman and Rachel G. Bratt (co-editors of A Right To Housing, with Michael E. Stone) to discuss this notion of a "right to housing." Bratt explains how a right to housing can advance the work of CDCs. Hartman, answering a series of questions, puts it into the context of other rights Americans expect. By Rachel G. Bratt
A Merger of Equals

The merger of Over-the-Rhine Housing Network and ReSTOC created a transformative opportunity for these two Cincinnati institutions and their neighborhood. By David Cramer and Robert O. Zdenek
Already in My Back Yard

How can long-standing providers of services for the poor resist gentrifying forces to stay in place? By Caitlin Gallagher
Housing for All

With simple design changes and a few added features, an attractive and functional home can be built for people both with or without disabilities. By David Holtzman
Making Tax Credits Work for the Disabled

Throughout the country, low-income people with mobility disabilities face an unprecedented and growing housing crisis. Accessibility and housing… By Steve Gold, Kristina Klugar and Mark Schwartz
Housing and the New Congress

The 110th Congress: What's in store for housing and community advocates? By Sheila Crowley
Reclaiming a Community Focused Congress

The 110th Congress: What's in store for housing and community advocates? By John Taylor
2006 Housing & Community Development Victories

In 2006, housing advocates across the country scored numerous legislative victories in their states. From new funding sources for housing trust funds to improving local tax credit regulations, policies are now in place to promote the production of affordable housing, protect residents from displacement and help low-income workers afford their housing. Here are some of the highlights. By Alan Mallach