Resources
Insights for an Informed Community
Navigating the complexities of housing policy, urban development, and community advocacy requires clear information. We’ve curated this hub to provide the data, definitions, and diverse perspectives needed to understand the future of housing in Texas.
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Perspectives & News
Our Voices for Change
Speaking Against Proposed Changes to the Dallas HFC and PFC Program Statements
April 1, 2026
DHC Webinar featuring leslie chaggaris vruggink
April 4, 2025
DHC Webinar featuring former ITH Board Member and RISD Counselor and Homeless Liaison Rhonda Boston
July 26, 2024
Speaking in Favor of Bond Allocations for Affordable Housing
December 6, 2023
WON’T YOU BE MY NEIGHBOR? A NEIGHBORHOOD CHAT ABOUT HOUSING IN DALLAS (2023)
May 6, 2023
Speaking in Favor of Rezoning for The Hayden
November 9, 2022
in this house, in the news
Leslie Vruggink announced as Finalist for D Ceo Nonprofit and Corporate Citizenship Awards for Leadership Excellence
May 15, 2026
Plan Commission Unanimously Approves Mixed-Use Project at Shoreline Church Site
September 16, 2022
40 Under 40: Q&A with Leslie Chaggaris Vruggink
July 27, 2022
Dallas Business Journal names ITH Founder Leslie Vruggink 40 Under 40 Business Leader
July 2, 2022
affordable housing news
Over 2,600 Affordable Housing Units in East Dallas Council Districts in the Development Pipeline
October 5, 2022
Audit: Dallas’ plan for affordable housing shortage fails to address racist housing policies
December 14, 2021
Understanding Housing Terms
AMI (Area Median Income)
The middle income for a specific region, used to determine who qualifies for different housing types.
LIHTC (Low-Income
Housing Tax Credit)
The primary federal tool for encouraging the private development of affordable rental housing.
Housing advocacy is often buried in jargon. We believe that transparency is the first step toward engagement. Use our glossary to better understand the tools and metrics driving development today.
High-Opportunity Area
Neighborhoods that offer residents a higher likelihood of economic mobility due to proximity to jobs, transit, and quality schools.
Mixed-Income Development
A property that includes both attainable units and market-rate units, creating a socio-economically diverse environment.
Local & National Data
Knowledge is our most powerful building material. Explore these third-party resources to see the data driving our mission.
CPAL’s 2025 City of Dallas Rental Housing Needs Assessment
National Low Income Housing Coalition: Texas Data
Texas Housing Facts Presented by Texas Affiliation of Affordable Housing Providers:
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