Broome County Housing Study
The study identified significant gaps in Broome County’s housing stock, particularly for first-time homebuyers, young professionals, and higher-income renters, creating barriers to workforce recruitment and community vitality. It recommends a two-pronged approach: revitalizing existing housing stock in targeted neighborhoods with incentives and gap financing, while also promoting new construction at moderate price points to meet current market demand. The conclusions highlight the need for collaboration between public, private, and nonprofit entities to achieve these housing goals.