CASE STUDIES
EXPLORE THE WORK THAT IS MOVING US TOWARD THIS SHARED VISION
the work to move our country forward is already happening
The Dare to Reimagine agenda showcases 50 policy wins and organizing efforts across 22 states and DC that are moving us towards a more just and equitable future.
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Creating a Tenant Opportunity to Purchase
Berkeley, CA. The city developed a tenant opportunity to purchase (TOPA) ordinance in the hopes that it will help fight displacement, increase tenant stability, and build permanent affordability.
Community-Driven Participatory Zoning
Chicago, IL. The city’s 35th ward utilized a participatory process to secure a zoning change to build a new development with 100 percent affordable housing.
Planning for Housing Affordability and Neighborhood Diversity
Durham, NC. An effort to fund affordable housing across the city to support mixed-income neighborhoods and prevent ongoing displacement from the downtown corridor.
Building People Power Through a Community Benefits Agreement
Nashville, TN. Community leaders backed the city in an effort to establish a robust community benefits agreement as part of a stadium construction project.
Building a Downtown From the Ground Up
West Wendover, NV. The city purchased land and developed a downtown from the ground up to increase job access for low-income casino workers, build new affordable housing, and create affordable commercial space for residents seeking to start their own businesses.