The Central Virginia Regional Housing Dashboard provides essential data and policy insights crucial for shaping affordable housing strategies across Charlottesville, Albemarle, Louisa, Greene, Nelson, and Fluvanna counties. This collaborative initiative by the Central Virginia Regional Housing Partnership aims to achieve 100% alignment between housing supply and demand throughout the region. Our goal is to ensure that every resident has access to safe, decent, and affordable housing in communities of their choice.

As of 2022, 43.5 % of renters* and 17.5% of homeowners* in the region are cost burdened by their housing costs. This means that 30% or more of their household income is going to their monthly housing expense.

*Data from 2022 ACS 5-YR estimates of Thomas Jefferson Planning District Commission PUMAs (North and South & East)

Data Dashboard

The affordable housing data dashboard is a vital tool designed to equip our localities with up-to-date housing data. It serves to inform stakeholders about the current state of housing in the region. As we gather more information from the upcoming Housing Needs Assessment, the dashboard will expand, providing a broader range of insights and information for the community to engage with and explore.

Affordable Housing Policy Matrix

The Policy Matrix consolidates a comprehensive range of policies, case studies, toolkits, and locality-specific examples of affordable housing strategies. It serves as an educational resource, providing stakeholders with a shared language and valuable resources for planning, zoning processes, and broader community engagement. The matrix aims to deepen understanding of effective strategies to address affordable housing challenges and offers best practices for implementation.

Locations

  • Albemarle County
  • City of Charlottesville
  • Fluvanna County
  • Greene County
  • Louisa County
  • Nelson County
  • Developer Incentives
  • Displacement Prevention
  • Homelessness
  • Preservation
  • Zoning

Land Trust

Affordability models where the homebuyer only purchases the home situated on land owned by the trust, or enters into a deed covenant.

Affordability Periods

The period of time that affordable units are subject to rent or sales price limitations and new occupants must meet established income requirements.

Repairs and Weatherization

Programs that provide low-income families with home modifications that increase energy efficiency, reduce energy costs, and ensure that homes remain habitable throughout the year.

Shelters

A short-term stabilization location for individuals and families before finding appropriate housing that meets their long-term needs.

Supportive Housing

Provides low barrier affordable housing and supportive services so that chronically homeless individuals can lead more stable lives

Housing First

A homeless assistance approach that prioritizes providing permanent housing to people experiencing homelessness.

Land Bank

A public entity empowered to acquire vacant, abandoned, or underutilized properties, with the purpose of holding, managing, and potentially redeveloping them in alignment with community objectives.

Manufactured Housing

Coming Soon

Affordable Dwelling Units

Units that are priced affordably, and are often income restricted, that are incentivized by the locality to increase affordable housing stock.

Short-Term Rental

Furnished homes or rooms rented on a short-term basis (i.e. AirBnb or VRBO).

Infill

A planning approach that encourages the development of underused or vacant land in existing urban areas to increase density and place new development near existing resources and infrastructure.

Accessory Dwelling Units

Smaller independent living spaces on the same lot as a single-family home. AKA ‘Accessory Apartments’.

Density Bonus

Allows developers to build more units than would ordinarily be allowed, in exchange for a commitment to include a certain number of below-market units.

Fast Track Review

Accelerated permitting process for developers of projects where some or all of the units are reserved for lower-income households.

Parking Reduction / Waiver

Policies that reduce off-street parking requirements.

Fee Waiver

Waive or reduce administrative or infrastructual fees for developers of qualifying projects to reduce the cost of affordable development.

Property Tax Reduction

These tax incentives can be offered to developers, building owners, and owner occupants who create or preserve affordable housing.

Real Estate Tax Relief

Capping the amount of property tax that homeowners have to pay as a share of their income.

Rental Assistance

Resources to cover or supplement housing costs for low-income renters.

Aging in Place

The ability to continue living in one’s home independently amidst changing affordability, accessibility and safety contraints.

Anti-Displacement

Commitment to preserving housing opportunities for low- and moderate-income households and preventing displacement among existing residents who struggle to afford the higher housing costs.

  • Developer Incentives
  • Displacement Prevention
  • Homelessness
  • Preservation
  • Zoning

Land Trust

Affordability models where the homebuyer only purchases the home situated on land owned by the trust, or enters into a deed covenant.

Affordability Periods

The period of time that affordable units are subject to rent or sales price limitations and new occupants must meet established income requirements.

Repairs and Weatherization

Programs that provide low-income families with home modifications that increase energy efficiency, reduce energy costs, and ensure that homes remain habitable throughout the year.

Shelters

A short-term stabilization location for individuals and families before finding appropriate housing that meets their long-term needs.

Supportive Housing

Provides low barrier affordable housing and supportive services so that chronically homeless individuals can lead more stable lives

Housing First

A homeless assistance approach that prioritizes providing permanent housing to people experiencing homelessness.

Land Bank

A public entity empowered to acquire vacant, abandoned, or underutilized properties, with the purpose of holding, managing, and potentially redeveloping them in alignment with community objectives.

Manufactured Housing

Coming Soon

Affordable Dwelling Units

Units that are priced affordably, and are often income restricted, that are incentivized by the locality to increase affordable housing stock.

Short-Term Rental

Furnished homes or rooms rented on a short-term basis (i.e. AirBnb or VRBO).

Infill

A planning approach that encourages the development of underused or vacant land in existing urban areas to increase density and place new development near existing resources and infrastructure.

Accessory Dwelling Units

Smaller independent living spaces on the same lot as a single-family home. AKA ‘Accessory Apartments’.

Density Bonus

Allows developers to build more units than would ordinarily be allowed, in exchange for a commitment to include a certain number of below-market units.

Fast Track Review

Accelerated permitting process for developers of projects where some or all of the units are reserved for lower-income households.

Parking Reduction / Waiver

Policies that reduce off-street parking requirements.

Fee Waiver

Waive or reduce administrative or infrastructual fees for developers of qualifying projects to reduce the cost of affordable development.

Property Tax Reduction

These tax incentives can be offered to developers, building owners, and owner occupants who create or preserve affordable housing.

Real Estate Tax Relief

Capping the amount of property tax that homeowners have to pay as a share of their income.

Rental Assistance

Resources to cover or supplement housing costs for low-income renters.

Aging in Place

The ability to continue living in one’s home independently amidst changing affordability, accessibility and safety contraints.

Anti-Displacement

Commitment to preserving housing opportunities for low- and moderate-income households and preventing displacement among existing residents who struggle to afford the higher housing costs.

  • Developer Incentives
  • Displacement Prevention
  • Homelessness
  • Preservation
  • Zoning

Land Trust

Affordability models where the homebuyer only purchases the home situated on land owned by the trust, or enters into a deed covenant.

Affordability Periods

The period of time that affordable units are subject to rent or sales price limitations and new occupants must meet established income requirements.

Repairs and Weatherization

Programs that provide low-income families with home modifications that increase energy efficiency, reduce energy costs, and ensure that homes remain habitable throughout the year.

Shelters

A short-term stabilization location for individuals and families before finding appropriate housing that meets their long-term needs.

Supportive Housing

Provides low barrier affordable housing and supportive services so that chronically homeless individuals can lead more stable lives

Housing First

A homeless assistance approach that prioritizes providing permanent housing to people experiencing homelessness.

Land Bank

A public entity empowered to acquire vacant, abandoned, or underutilized properties, with the purpose of holding, managing, and potentially redeveloping them in alignment with community objectives.

Manufactured Housing

Coming Soon

Affordable Dwelling Units

Units that are priced affordably, and are often income restricted, that are incentivized by the locality to increase affordable housing stock.

Short-Term Rental

Furnished homes or rooms rented on a short-term basis (i.e. AirBnb or VRBO).

Infill

A planning approach that encourages the development of underused or vacant land in existing urban areas to increase density and place new development near existing resources and infrastructure.

Accessory Dwelling Units

Smaller independent living spaces on the same lot as a single-family home. AKA ‘Accessory Apartments’.

Density Bonus

Allows developers to build more units than would ordinarily be allowed, in exchange for a commitment to include a certain number of below-market units.

Fast Track Review

Accelerated permitting process for developers of projects where some or all of the units are reserved for lower-income households.

Parking Reduction / Waiver

Policies that reduce off-street parking requirements.

Fee Waiver

Waive or reduce administrative or infrastructual fees for developers of qualifying projects to reduce the cost of affordable development.

Property Tax Reduction

These tax incentives can be offered to developers, building owners, and owner occupants who create or preserve affordable housing.

Real Estate Tax Relief

Capping the amount of property tax that homeowners have to pay as a share of their income.

Rental Assistance

Resources to cover or supplement housing costs for low-income renters.

Aging in Place

The ability to continue living in one’s home independently amidst changing affordability, accessibility and safety contraints.

Anti-Displacement

Commitment to preserving housing opportunities for low- and moderate-income households and preventing displacement among existing residents who struggle to afford the higher housing costs.

  • Developer Incentives
  • Displacement Prevention
  • Homelessness
  • Preservation

Land Trust

Affordability models where the homebuyer only purchases the home situated on land owned by the trust, or enters into a deed covenant.

Affordability Periods

The period of time that affordable units are subject to rent or sales price limitations and new occupants must meet established income requirements.

Repairs and Weatherization

Programs that provide low-income families with home modifications that increase energy efficiency, reduce energy costs, and ensure that homes remain habitable throughout the year.

Shelters

A short-term stabilization location for individuals and families before finding appropriate housing that meets their long-term needs.

Supportive Housing

Provides low barrier affordable housing and supportive services so that chronically homeless individuals can lead more stable lives

Housing First

A homeless assistance approach that prioritizes providing permanent housing to people experiencing homelessness.

Land Bank

A public entity empowered to acquire vacant, abandoned, or underutilized properties, with the purpose of holding, managing, and potentially redeveloping them in alignment with community objectives.

Manufactured Housing

TODO

Affordable Dwelling Units

Units that are priced affordably, and are often income restricted, that are incentivized by the locality to increase affordable housing stock.

Short-Term Rental

Furnished homes or rooms rented on a short-term basis (i.e. AirBnb or VRBO).

Infill

A planning approach that encourages the development of underused or vacant land in existing urban areas to increase density and place new development near existing resources and infrastructure.

Accessory Dwelling Units

Smaller independent living spaces on the same lot as a single-family home. AKA ‘Accessory Apartments’.

Density Bonus

Allows developers to build more units than would ordinarily be allowed, in exchange for a commitment to include a certain number of below-market units.

Fast Track Review

Accelerated permitting process for developers of projects where some or all of the units are reserved for lower-income households.

Parking Reduction / Waiver

Policies that reduce off-street parking requirements.

Fee Waiver

Waive or reduce administrative or infrastructual fees for developers of qualifying projects to reduce the cost of affordable development.

Property Tax Reduction

These tax incentives can be offered to developers, building owners, and owner occupants who create or preserve affordable housing.

Real Estate Tax Relief

Capping the amount of property tax that homeowners have to pay as a share of their income.

Rental Assistance

Resources to cover or supplement housing costs for low-income renters.

Aging in Place

The ability to continue living in one’s home independently amidst changing affordability, accessibility and safety contraints.