This five-part course explores how housing serves as a critical economic development strategy. Through real-world examples, data, and policy analysis, participants will gain a deeper understanding of how housing influences labor markets, municipal finances, equity outcomes, and the long-term vitality of communities. Ideal for local government officials, planners, developers, and nonprofit leaders.
Ideal For:
- Local and regional government leaders: Mayors, city council members, county commissioners
- Economic development professionals: State, regional, and local economic development agencies.
- Planning and zoning officials: Planning directors, zoning board members, and community development staff.
- Housing and community development directors: State, regional, and local housing agencies.
Registration Closes: January 28
Format: Virtual, Live Instruction
Cost: $1,500
Scholarships are available to Housing Supply Challenge participants. Contact university@nlc.org for more information.
Course Meeting Dates and Times:
- Wednesday, February 4 | 3-4:15 PM EST
- Wednesday, February 11 | 3-4:15 PM EST
- Wednesday, February 18 | 3-4:15 PM EST
- Wednesday, February 25 | 3-4:15 PM EST
- Wednesday, March 4 | 3-4:15 PM EST
- Wednesday, March 11 | 3-4:15 PM EST
Sign up today by clicking the “Register Now” button. When completing your registration, be sure to log in to your MyNLC account and fill out all required information.
When prompted to select a registration type, please choose Student. You can then proceed with any additional information and payment, if applicable.
If you experience any issues, feel free to reach out to university@nlc.org for assistance.
Learning Objectives
- Week 1 – Why Housing Matters in Economic Development
Participants will be able to explain how housing development contributes to economic growth, job creation, and the fiscal impact of a community. - Week 2 – The Connection between Housing Attainability and the Local Labor Markets
Participants will be able to analyze the relationships among housing attainability, labor force retention, productivity, and employer location decisions, and identify strategies to address local housing gaps. - Week 3 – Economic Development Tools for Advancing Affordable Housing
Participants will be able to evaluate the use of public finance tools—such as Tax Increment Financing (TIF), Low-Income Housing Tax Credits (LIHTC), New Markets Tax Credits (NMTC), tax-exempt and taxable bonds, land disposition, tax abatements, CDBG, economic development grants, and housing trust funds (HTF) to support housing development. - Week 4 – Equitable Development & Housing Policy
Participants will be able to assess the equity impacts of housing policies that advance inclusive economic development for a community. - Week 5 – Strategic Planning & Cross-Sector Collaboration
Participants will learn the importance of drafting a housing and economic development strategy that defines the roles of public, private, nonprofit, and institutional partners.
Course Facilitator
Courtney D. Pogue
Courtney D. Pogue, HDFP, EDFP, CCIM, CEcD, CRE, is a nationally recognized leader in economic and community development, with over two decades of experience spanning public service, private-sector consulting, and real estate finance. Currently serving as Senior Director of the SEED Academy at Grow America (formerly National Development Council), he leads initiatives to nurture inclusive, community-driven real estate development across the United States.