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New Construction Technologies <br /> Policy 1.8 of the Housing Element reads as follows: <br /> Policy 1.8: The county shall expedite permits for housing projects utilizing new <br /> construction technologies, including green building programs and Energy STAR® <br /> Program. <br /> New construction technologies (such as modular homes, etc.) and new green building <br /> programs may be utilized for the provision of affordable housing. In some cases, new <br /> construction technologies can expedite the construction of new affordable homes and be <br /> more cost effective. <br /> Benefits: <br /> Decreases housing cost <br /> Expedites housing production <br /> Issues: <br /> None <br /> Conclusion: <br /> This is an effective way of reducing housing cost. Currently, the county allows new <br /> construction technologies, including green building programs, and expedites permits for <br /> affordable housing projects. <br /> RECOMMENDATION: <br /> The county should maintain Housing Element policy 1.8 for expediting permits for <br /> affordable housing projects utilizing new construction technologies and green building <br /> programs. <br /> BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS ACTION: <br /> Board of County Commissioners Approval of the AHAC Recommendation <br /> Yes [i] No ❑ <br /> F:\Community Development\SHIP\AHAC-Affordable Housing Advisory Committee(AHAC)\AHAC 2017\AHAC 2017 31 <br /> report.doc <br />