TJPDC Housing and Human Services

TJPDC works with local government agencies and non-profit organizations to coordinate local initiatives on housing and human services and to develop effective and efficient solutions to our region's housing and human service needs.

TJPDC is involved in a variety of housing and human service activities aimed at improving the quality of life of the region's residents. Our projects include administering federal housing rehabilitation, regional housing planning and home ownership program funds entitled to the region, convening government agencies and non-profit organizations addressing homelessness in the region, and coordinating regional services for people with disabilities.

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Consolidated Plan Submitted

The 2008-2013 CONSOLIDATED PLAN and the 2008-2009 ACTION PLAN of the Consolidated Plan for the City of Charlottesville and the Thomas Jefferson Planning District Commission has been submitted to the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). The Consolidated Plan and the Action Plan guide the use of federal Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds in the City of Charlottesville and federal HOME funds in the Thomas Jefferson Planning District (City of Charlottesville and counties of Albemarle, Fluvanna, Greene, Louisa, and Nelson). Beginning July 1, 2008 the City of Charlottesville expects to receive $533,116 in CDBG funds and the Thomas Jefferson Planning District Commission expects to receive $919,878 in HOME/ADDI funds.

To view the plan online, please click here. Additional information may be obtained by contacting Ms. Missy Creasy, City of Charlottesville, at 434.970.3182 or by contacting Ms. Billie Campbell, Thomas Jefferson Planning District, at 434.979.7310 ext. 230.

Finding Common Ground - A Regional Housing Conference

The Regional Housing Conference “Finding Common Ground” was held on Thursday, March 13, 2008 from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at Covenant Church, 1025 E. Rio Road in Charlottesville. Presentations have been posted on the Housing Conference website at www.HousingConference08.org, along with a preliminary summary of input from the sessions. Information presented and input received at the event will be transcribed and edited into a Regional Action Agenda for Housing.

Contracts Using the THA Toolkit

As part of the grant continuation awarded by the Virginia Board for People with Disabilities (VBPD – www.vaboard.org) contracts for projects using the Transportation and Housing Alliance (THA) Toolkit have been awarded. Projects underway include using the THA Toolkit include the New River Valley Employment Mobility Project and enhancements to the Coordinated Human Service Mobility Plan for the Rappahannock Rapidan Regional Commission. The George Washington Regional Commission (GWRC) has completed an additional section for the THA Toolkit on Economic Market Analysis. Four additional proposals were approved by the Review Team, with contracts currently in negotiation. A second RFP (available here) has been issued with proposals due March 31, 2008. The THA Toolkit, including the new section, is available here. For more information, contact Billie Campbell at (434) 979-7310 extension 230 or bcampbell@tjpdc.org.

HOME CAPER Submitted

Each year the HOME Consortium and the City of Charlottesville prepare the Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report (CAPER) to report on activities and achievements over the past year. For the 06-07 program year, running from July 1, 2006 through June 30, 2007, a total of 70 HOME projects were completed. Of the 70 projects, 40 were substantial rehabilitation, 28 were first-time homebuyer downpayment assistance, and two were new construction. 100% of people served were low or moderate income (defined as having incomes at or below 80% of the area median income). 84% of people receiving direct housing assistance had incomes at or below 60% of the area median income and 67% of people receiving direct housing assistance had incomes at or below 50% of the area median income. 53% of the families assisted with HOME funds were racial or ethnic minorities. A total of $1,157,137 in HOME funds were utilized during the course of the year. The 06-07 CAPER is available here.

TJPDC staff presents “The Four Pillars of Housing"

TJPDC staff made a presentation at the Virginia Chapter of the American Planning Association (VAPA) Annual Conference at Wintergreen Resort in July, 2007. The Four Pillars of Housing include Affordability, Green Building, Universal Design and Good Architecture. The presentation proposed that housing providers should look beyond affordability and construct housing that incorporates the other three pillars. When housing includes all four pillars then it is truly sustainable and more affordable. To download a pdf version of the presentation, click here.

The State of Housing Report

Affordable housing is a significant issue in our region. The Housing Directors Council, the managing body for the Thomas Jefferson HOME Consortium, recognized the need to quantify the current housing situation and project the future demand for housing in the region. The Housing Directors commissioned a comprehensive study by the Center for Housing Research (CHR) at Virginia Tech. The Housing Needs Assessment and Market Analysis, completed in October 2006, is a comprehensive assessment of affordable housing demand and housing needs for the Thomas Jefferson Planning District. The State of Housing Report was publicly unveiled at a press conference on Friday, January 19, 2007. The report consists of three basic sections: 1) an illustrated summary of the CHR report, 2) a summary of current housing programs, and 3) recommendations developed by the Housing Directors Council. The entire CHR report is included in the appendices.

Download the full report here.

In partnership with the Jefferson Area Board for Aging (JABA) and the Piedmont Housing Alliance (PHA), the Thomas Jefferson Planning District Commission (TJPDC) prepared a white paper on Universal Design. Universal Design is the design of products and environments (such as residences and stores) to be usable by all people regardless of their ability or age, to the greatest extent possible, without the need for adaptation or specialized design.

The Thomas Jefferson Planning District Commission (TJPDC), in partnership with the HOME Consortium, has developed a Green Building Sourcebook to provide information and resources for people interested in learning more about building sustainable, affordable housing. The Sourcebook contains information on simple steps homeowners can take to green their homes, including replacing thermostats, choosing energy efficient appliances, and replacing windows and doors. The site includes links to information and definitions about the type of products and materials to choose for your home to make it healthier, more energy efficient and more affordable over the long term. The site also features information on examples of local affordable green building. In addition to the Green Building Sourcebook posted online, the Sourcebook is also available as a printed booklet. Copies have been provided to the Jefferson-Madison Regional Library for check out. The booklet can be printed from the pdf file posted on line or provided upon request. To request a copy, call 434-979-7310 or send an e-mail to .

The City of Charlottesville and the Thomas Jefferson Planning District Commission submitted the HOME Action Plan for the period beginning July 1, 2006 and ending June 30, 2007. The plan was approved by the City Council on May 1 and the TJPDC on May 4, and submitted to the Richmond office of the Department of Housing and Urban Development on May 10, 2006. The Plan sets out one-year objectives to meet the broad goals identified in the Consolidated Plan developed in 2003. The Plan defines the objectives for the $929,816 of HOME funds expected for Fiscal Year 2006-2007:

• Rehabilitate or replace 42 substandard owner-occupied houses
• Assist 47 first time homebuyers
• Complete rehabilitation of 16 substandard renter-occupied homes and multi-family units (Charlottesville)
• Develop 1 rental unit (Nelson County)
• Develop 14-lot property in partnership with Habitat for Humanity (Nelson County)
• Initiate implementation of recommendations in 2012 Plan to End Homelessness (plan to be complete in fall of 2006)

A copy of the plan can be downloaded here or by contacting Ms. Amy Kilroy, City of Charlottesville, at 434-970-3182 or Ms. Billie Campbell, Thomas Jefferson Planning District, at 434-979-7310 ext. 230.