Workforce Housing as Essential Infrastructure: Building Sustainable Communities and Economies

Workforce and attainable housing are more than just housing policy—they are mission-critical components of a functioning society. This session explores why creating new housing for the middle-income workforce is vital to keeping communities, schools, and essential services running. Panelists will discuss how workforce housing supports long-term economic stability and infrastructure resilience, as well as its role in sustaining municipalities, universities, and K–14 school districts. Attendees will gain a deeper understanding of the policy, finance, and delivery mechanisms needed to elevate workforce housing as a foundational element of sustainable community development.