Transformation Plan Housing Plan
The goal of the Housing Plan as part of the transformation of the Sharswood/Blumberg neighborhood is to transform the local distressed housing and vacant land into energy efficient, mixed-income, and affordable housing.
Housing Task Force Working Group Goals:
Build from previous planning efforts
Connect physical planning and redevelopment activities to supportive services and programming
Bring the right partners and stakeholders on-board for implementation
“The Sharswood/Blumberg Neighborhood is a peaceful, loving, family-oriented residential community where all residents can take pride in its unique history, cleanliness, attractive housing, great schools, and thriving commercial corridor filled with local businesses.”
Recommendations for housing included:
Parking for neighborhood visitors
Backyards for kids
Private yards (front & back)
Porches
Solar panels to save on electric
Common green area in the back
Security door in the back and front
Full basement
Rental homes and ownership homes that look the same
Open layout
Larger garage or driveway or common parking in the back
Potential strategies to attract homeowners and investment:
Recreational opportunities for young people (Boys & Girls Club, etc.)
Student housing
Better education - attract new families
Small businesses and support
Work to repair existing housing
Places that have a positive impact on youth
More unity within the community
Business Association for Ridge
Priorities & Concerns:
Education/Housing Fair
Outreach - door-to-door, block captains
A CDC for the neighborhood
Parking
Bus Routing & Transportation
Greening
Community Gardens (Peace Park)