7.
City Council Work Session
- Meeting Date:
- 09/09/2025
- From:
- Sarah Darr, Housing Director
- Department:
- Planning & Development Services
Co-Submitter:
TITLE:
Presentation and Discussion of City-Owned Land for Housing
DESIRED OUTCOME:
Staff will provide an overview of City-owned parcels designated to further housing goals, along with recommendations for City Council’s consideration, feedback, and direction.
Executive Summary:
The City of Flagstaff has long utilized City-owned land for housing purposes. After a review of past projects and outcomes, staff will present the parcels of land designated for use to further housing goals, including various considerations impacting the individual parcels, and make recommendations for City Council's consideration, feedback, and direction.
Current City Council direction includes the following:
Current City Council direction includes the following:
- Resolution No. 2024-11: Requires City land to be considered for affordable housing use.
- Resolution No. 2022-52: Requires City property be evaluated for affordable housing use prior to disposal.
- Resolution No. 2022-03: Commits the City to increasing the number of affordable housing options for residents of all income levels.
- Resolution No. 2020-66: Declares a housing crisis.
- Resolution No. 2014-04: Inventories 17 properties owned by City and gives direction to staff regarding potential use or disposal. (Some properties have been disposed of in accordance with this resolution, and City Council may wish to repeal or update this resolution at a future public meeting).
Information:
Presentation attached.