Clearing the Decks for More Effective Housing Development: Local Government Edition
Sheri Alber • July 18, 2025
Clearing the Decks for More Effective Housing Development: Local Government Edition
Discover how Nebraska communities are reimagining housing development in the latest HomeNE Webinar, featuring expert insights from Chad Nabity, Grand Island’s Community Development Director. This session explores innovative zoning reforms, cost-saving infrastructure strategies, and powerful tools like MicroTIF and housing studies that help small towns unlock new housing opportunities. Whether you're a planner, policymaker, or community advocate, this webinar delivers actionable ideas for creating affordable, diverse, and sustainable housing. Tune in to see how collaboration and smart regulation are reshaping the future of Nebraska neighborhoods.
The Custer Economic Development Corporation highlighted housing initiatives since 2014, noting the construction of more than 80 homes and 61 apartment units since 2013. Scotti Ross and Stuart Fox emphasized that many of these projects were made possible through Tax Increment Financing (TIF).
The November HomeNE webinar focused on rural housing initiatives in Nebraska, with a presentation from John Madsen and Jon Schmaderer highlighting successful housing development strategies in Stuart. They discussed partnerships, funding approaches, and the role of local organizations in promoting affordable housing.
Creative Methods that Spur Community Revitalization: Proactive Redevelopment of Commercial and Residential Properties in Ord, Nebraska
