As Eastern Kentucky seeks to drive economic growth and attract new investments, one of the most critical issues is the region’s housing crisis. This session will explore findings from the recent report, Building a Foundation for Growth: Meeting Kentucky’s Current and Future Housing Needs, produced by the Kentucky Chamber Center for Policy and Research in partnership with the Home Builders Association of Kentucky.

Featured Speaker:

• Charles Aull: Executive Director of the Kentucky Chamber Center for Policy and Research and author of the report.

Key Topics:

• Housing & Economic Development: Understand how housing shortages and affordability issues are hindering economic growth in Eastern Kentucky.
• Strategies for Improvement: Explore recommendations for overcoming housing challenges, such as local land-use reforms, reducing regulatory burdens, and incentivizing affordable housing.
• Workforce Needs: Learn about the necessity of up to 529,000 new housing units by 2050 to support projected economic and workforce growth.

Ideal Audience:

• Community leaders
• Policymakers
• Business stakeholders
• Housing advocates
• Economic development professionals

Why Attend?

This session is essential for those committed to laying the groundwork for a more prosperous Eastern Kentucky through strategic housing solutions. Gain valuable insights and actionable strategies to address housing challenges and support sustainable economic growth.

Register Now to secure your spot and be part of the solution to Kentucky’s housing crisis!