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What policies do you support to make Austin a more affordable place to live for all residents?

Susana Almanza

City Council, District 3

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Implement the Peoples Plan which addresses low-income housing, environment & equity. Support preserving & expanding low-income & moderate housing through rehabilitation, new construction, tax exemptions, community Land Trust and expanded opportunities for home ownership & rental. Support  preserving public housing, creating cooperative housing & the construction of energy efficient housing on public land by non-profit groups.Create programs that encourage developers and owners to offer long (perhaps five-to-seven year) leases to tenants at all income levels who commit to staying in a property.