Published By: NeighborWorks America & Next Step
This resource is designed to help nonprofit organizations, housing developers, and community leaders build understanding and support for factory-built housing as an affordable housing solution. Created by NeighborWorks America in partnership with Next Step, the toolkit includes audience-specific presentation guides and practical talking points to address common misconceptions, explain financing and development considerations, and support productive conversations with decision-makers.
The resource is especially useful for organizations seeking buy-in from nonprofit boards, planning commissions, elected officials, and community stakeholders when introducing or expanding factory-built housing strategies.
What’s Included
- Nonprofit Board Presentation Guide: A PowerPoint-based guide to help educate nonprofit boards on the benefits, risks, and opportunities of using factory-built housing in real estate development and affordable housing programs.
- Community Planning & Council Boards Presentation Guide: A presentation framework tailored for planning councils, local officials, and community stakeholders, with a focus on zoning, land use, public perception, and neighborhood compatibility.
- Key Background Content: Plain-language explanations of factory-built housing, financing options (including mortgage vs. chattel loans), zoning considerations, and emerging products like CrossMod®/MH Advantage® homes.
Who is This For
- Nonprofit housing developers and boards
- Housing counselors and community development organizations
- Local governments and planning bodies
- Advocates working to expand affordable housing options