SPUR: Why Does Housing Cost So Much To Build?

SPUR San Jose 76 South First Street, San Jose, CA, United States

In 2014, The Urbanist ran an article titled “The Real Cost of Building Housing,” which looked at the exorbitant cost of construction in San Francisco. Over the past four years, these costs have continued to escalate across the region. Join our panel to hear how the situation has evolved and how it impacts efforts to address our housing shortage. Generously sponsored by Bank of America.+ Mark Hogan / Openscope Studio+ Mike Kim / Simeon+ Steve Levy / Center for Continuing Study…

LGBT Housing – A Community Conversation

San Francisco LGBT Community Center 1800 Market Street, San Francisco, CA, United States

Leaders from Mercy Housing and Openhouse will share the story of the Openhouse Community, the Bay Area's first LGBT-welcoming senior affordable housing project. Following the presentation, nonprofit housing leaders, senior advocates and community members will engage the audience in a conversation that explores the future for our community.

Free

June Legislative Issues Committee

NPH Conference Room 369 Pine Street, Suite 310,, San Francisco, CA, United States

We invite you to join NPH for the Legislative Issues Working Group to discuss and strategize opportunities to continue making progress for affordable housing in California. Formed in 1983, the NPH Legislative Issues Committee discusses issues related to housing policy, funding, and programs on the regional, state, and federal levels, and makes preliminary recommendations to guide and inform NPH’s position on each issue.You must register to attend and receive the call-in number. Registration link coming soon or sign up for NPH e-newsletters to receive…

Free

Coliseum Connections – Crane Set Event

Corner of 71st Avenue & Snell Street Corner of 71st Avenue & Snell Street, Oakland, CA, United States

See the modules as they are craned into place. Meet key players from the Project Team. Learn why the Developer chose Modular Technology. Space is limited. RSVP today!

Free