HOUSING SOLUTIONS PARTNERSHIP
Our Mission: To increase the availability and affordability of housing for local workers in Kootenai County.
OUR NO. 1 PRIORITY
LOCAL WORKER HOUSING
Jurisdictions throughout Kootenai County formed the Housing Solutions Partnership in 2020 to address housing and growth-related challenges as real estate and rental costs reached record highs in North Idaho.
Many local workers are struggling to find affordable housing. In fact, 24 out of 30 categories of local workers — including service industry workers, loan officers, teachers, physical therapists and even CEOs — can’t afford to buy a house in North Idaho. Housing inventory is low and an estimated 2,045 new housing units need to be built each year to accommodate the county’s anticipated growth through 2030.
One of the partnership’s main goals is to provide education on what is and is not possible in our area, offer solutions that work, and to educate our decision-makers, citizens and building community.
HELPFUL LINKS
SOLUTION- CENTERED
We’re working to keep local leaders and the North Idaho community engaged in supporting solutions to address Kootenai County’s housing crisis.
SOLUTIONS TOOLKIT
Check out the housing solutions that have been implemented, are in progress or being explored by the partnership.
NEWS & EVENTS
Learn about the progess the partnership is making, schedule a presentation or view our event calendar.
SUPPORT SERVICES
Do you need housing, rental assistance or other help? Learn about the organizations that provide community support.
RESOURCES & FAQs
Find answers to Frequently Asked Questions about housing and growth and view the latest data and research.
ADU PLANS
Planning to build an Accessory Dwelling Unit in Kootenai County? Find more info here or download free ADU plans.