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population growth. This helps to provide a general estimate for the number of housing units needed to meet existing and future demand for the next two decades.' Future housing needs in this analysis are based on assumed population growth, however future needs are more nuanced and will continue to evolve as the City makes land use and housing policy decisions, including through the upcoming comprehensive plan update. Community Engagement 00 No No 2,483 housing ■■ ■■ ■■ units needed 1,171 housing MM m units needed ®®� for households ® <100%AMI Community engagement throughout the process informed this Housing Plan. This included over 30 focused interviews, an open house with more than 100 participants, City Council and Planning Commission input, and other community events. The list below outlines key takeaways from this community engagement to accompany the more detailed summary in Appendix 2. Housing affordability was universally a major concern. Many residents struggle to afford housing in Louisville with a lack of diverse and affordable housing options, This makes it difficult for young families, seniors, and a local workforce with diverse income levels to live in Louisville. There is a desire for more residential density and height in appropriate areas like downtown, along transit corridors, and near major roads (e.g., McCaslin corridor) in recognition that it is an important step to addressing housing affordability in Louisville. Preserving Louisville's small-town character, open spaces, parks, and family -friendly atmosphere must be prioritized as the city grows. There is a desire for more diverse housing types like townhomes, condos, smaller single- family homes, and duplexes/triplexes in Louisville. Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) can also provide a unique opportunity to add housing diversity and income support to homeowners. » Most participants did not support the current two unrelated person occupancy limit for residential dwelling units. Many saw it as contributing to unaffordability. >> Community members emphasized environmental sustainability through mixed use, residential density, transit, energy efficiency, and water conservation. However, concerns were raised about the impact and cost of the City's net zero building requirements for residential projects adopted in 2021. 'The HNA is not intended to establish desired growth targets, but rather it is to study the issue objectively based on recent and projected population trends from non -City of Louisville sources. Louisville Housing Plan Part l: Introduction