Incentives could include financial support or tax breaks for developers to build housing that is affordable for low- and middle-income families. Proponents argue that it increases the supply of affordable housing and addresses housing shortages. Opponents argue that it interferes with the housing market and can be costly for taxpayers.
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How do you think your community would be different if everyone had access to affordable housing?
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Have you ever considered how much rent or housing costs impact the life choices of people you know?
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Do you believe that everyone has the right to a home, or is it something people have to earn? Why?
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What emotions come to mind when you see homelessness or hear stories about housing insecurity?
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How do you think the cost of housing affects opportunities for young people starting their lives?
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Who do you think should be responsible for ensuring affordable housing is available: the government, private businesses, or individuals?
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What would you personally sacrifice (if anything) to make your housing less expensive but more in line with your income?
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Do you think building more affordable housing in expensive areas would improve overall social equality, or create more problems?
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How do you balance the idea of preserving a city’s character with the need to build more affordable homes for people who need them?
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Have you ever thought about how housing affordability might influence a person’s mental health or well-being?
