Capacity Building

Private entities, the City of Norwalk, and the Norwalk Housing Authority own substantial amounts of underdeveloped property in the urban core. To realize the full development potential of these parcels requires building the capacity of public entities to provide technical assistance to property owners and developers, negotiate disposition agreements, and ensure the timely development of projects.

Build Development Program

Planning / Real Estate Development Academy

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Offer training and educational seminars to commissioners, employees, staff, and others interested in real estate development, finance, and investment. Basic knowledge of city planning, municipal finance, and real estate development is critical for empowering local public officials and city residents to make informed opinions regarding housing and urban development policies.

Survey & Monitor Market Supply / Demand Conditions

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Analyze the real estate market, including the demand for short-term stay rooms, rental apartments, homeownership, commercial office, retail, and lifestyle amenities. Identify real estate assets and products that meet those demands and seek vacant land and buildings, underused lots, City-owned parcels, and other properties capable of hosting those products.

Develop GIS & Market Data Repository

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Stay up-to-date on market trends and local data in order to coordinate agency work with Norwalk and broader real estate market conditions.