Unlocking Housing Innovation: Seven Federal Policy Priorities to Expand Access and Reduce Costs
This report outlines federal policy priorities designed to help the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development modernize regulations, support local reforms, and accelerate the adoption of housing innovations to lower costs and expand access for more Americans.
Description
As housing costs rise and supply falls short, the need for innovation has never been more urgent. Unlocking Housing Innovation outlines seven practical federal policy priorities that can help reduce costs, improve efficiency, and expand access, especially for low- and middle-income Americans.
Developed by Ivory Innovations, this report draws on insights from housing developers, policymakers, technologists, and nonprofit leaders across the country. Each recommendation is designed to help the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) leverage its existing tools to create a more responsive and forward-looking housing system.
From modernizing the HUD Code to launching pilots and supporting local zoning reform, this blueprint provides a focused path for federal leadership to accelerate innovation and deliver more attainable housing for millions of Americans.