Housing Policy

Spring 2013 quarter

Faculty

Stephen Buxbaum political economy, community development and planning

Description

This course explores the historical evolution of federal, state and local housing policy. Drawing from
this rich history, which is deeply intertwined with the evolution of the American welfare state, students
will learn about how analytical and political frameworks are used to create, evaluate and shape
programs, projects and services. We will examine the continuum of subsidies and programs that are
provided to everyone from high income earners and investors to people who are chronically homeless.
We will examine how specific programs, such as Washington State’s Housing Trust Fund, were
established and how they have served to create affordable housing. We will compare and contrast how
different housing policies are used to provide shelter, stimulate the economy, protect the environment
and support sustainable growth. The course is intended for MPA students. If space is available, upper
division undergraduates may participate upon approval of the instructor.

Advertised Schedule

May 3-5 & 24-26,  5-9p Fri, 9a-5p Sat/Sun

Location

Olympia

Online Learning

Enhanced Online Learning

Books

Greener Store

Offered During

Evening and Weekend