Co-op models targeted to low- income residents can offer financial benefits, business skills, and experience in running a democratically- controlled enterprise. (2004)

Congressional mandate that financial institutions help meet credit needs of the communities in which they operate, including low- and moderate-income neighborhoods. (2004)

Mapping can be used to advocate for community benefits, convey development opportunities, track vacant properties, and more. (2004)

A range of programs and fees that tie economic development to the construction of affordable housing. (2004)

Can be an important tool for protecting tenants. (2004)

Based on a workshop, this is an umbrella tool that introduces advocates to affordable housing strategies and helps them match their goals with appropriate tools. (2007)

Strategies and resources for improving air quality in homes, in schools, and outdoors. (2008)

Offers low-income residents the opportunity to own equity in real estate projects spearheaded by community development corporations (CDCs). (2004)

Focuses on four tools -- Grocery Store Dev., Corner Stores, Farmers Markets, and Urban Ag. and Community Gardens -- that help communities increase their access to healthy, fresh, affordable food. (2011)

Encourage redevelopment of brownfields (abandoned, idled, or underutilized commercial or industrial sites). (2007)