Renaissance Pillar
Homeownership & Community Development
Turn vacant lots into homes and renters into owners.
Mission
Expand affordable, quality housing and pathways to ownership for longtime residents.
Vision
A ward where families can buy, stay, and build equity.
Goals
- Down payment assistance for ward residents
- Redevelop city-owned vacant lots
- Home repair grants for seniors
Community Benefits
- Stable families
- Reduced displacement
- Rising property values shared locally
Suggested Partnerships
- Department of Housing
- Community land trusts
- Local lenders
Related Programs
- First Key
- Lot to Home
- Stay Rooted Repairs
By the numbers
Statistics
250
New homeowners goal
300+
Vacant lots to activate
Success Story
Success story placeholder — first-time buyer closing day.
