Housing Production Plan
A Housing Production Plan (HPP) is a proactive strategy to address a community's unique housing needs and provide solutions to meet those needs that are appropriate for the community. The HPP establishes a strategic plan for production of affordable and mixed-income housing that is based on a comprehensive housing needs assessment and provides a detailed analysis of development constraints. The HPP is prepared in accordance with the Massachusetts Executive Office of Housing and Livable Communities (EOHLC) requirements.
The HPP update began with a community outreach phase that included conversations with stakeholders in Barnstable and data gathering and analysis that produced a Housing Needs Assessment. These initial findings were presented at a Community Housing Forum to inform and engage the public in further discussion of housing needs and a vision for a healthy, equitable and vibrant community. Using the community input, a draft of goals and strategies were developed. This product was presented at a second Community Housing Forum. The plan and the process has been guided by the Town's Housing Committee.
If you have comments or questions about this effort, please contact James Kupfer, Housing Coordinator by email at James.Kupfer@town.barnstable.ma.us or by phone 508-862-4678.