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18: Housing Affordability - A Conversation with Pikes Peak Housing Network’s Jill Gaebler
18: Housing Affordability - A Conversation with Pikes Peak Housing Network’s Jill Gaebler
18: Housing Affordability - A Conversation with Pikes Peak Housing Network’s Jill Gaebler
Sunday 22nd June 2025
Explore innovative housing solutions with Jill Gaebler of Pikes Peak Housing Network, focusing on affordability and community advocacy in Colorado Springs.
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Episode Overview
- Jill Gaebler discusses the 'missing middle' in housing.
- Importance of affordable housing in Colorado Springs highlighted.
- Community advocacy crucial for supporting housing initiatives.
- Zoning reforms can aid in addressing housing shortages.
- Pikes Peak Housing Network's role in promoting housing affordability.
I'm heartened that there's a rising chorus of advocacy that our community needs more affordable housing.
In this engaging episode of 'A Place for Everyone,' host Beth Roalstad welcomes Jill Gaebler, Executive Director of the Pikes Peak Housing Network, for an insightful discussion on housing affordability. Jill, who has an accomplished background including two terms on the Colorado Springs City Council and experience with Greccio Housing and the US Air Force, brings a wealth of knowledge to the conversation.
The episode delves into the concept of the 'missing middle,' a critical gap in affordable housing that affects many working families in Colorado Springs. Jill explains how this term refers to the lack of housing options for middle-income earners, often termed 'workforce housing.' As Pikes Peak Housing Network steps up to address this gap, they advocate for solutions that cater to the entire housing continuum, particularly for those struggling to find affordable options within city limits.
Beth and Jill discuss the economic framework underpinning affordable housing, noting how current developments often do not match the financial realities of local residents. They also highlight the importance of community advocacy and the need for more voices championing affordable housing initiatives. Jill emphasizes the role of education and awareness in shifting public opinion and countering opposition to housing projects.
The conversation touches on the broader economic impacts, including how housing shortages affect both employers and employees, with many forced to live far from their workplaces due to high costs. This situation is exacerbated by fluctuating economic conditions, such as rising fuel prices and inflation. Jill shares her optimism about certain progressive movements within local government, particularly efforts to incrementally reform zoning laws to support attainable housing.
She also mentions the potential expansion of the low-income housing tax credit (LIHTC), a crucial tool for developers in creating affordable housing. Listeners are encouraged to engage with and support Pikes Peak Housing Network, whether through advocacy, staying informed via newsletters, or participating in upcoming media campaigns aimed at educating the public about housing realities.
As the episode concludes, Beth and Jill reaffirm their commitment to being housing champions and continue spreading awareness about the critical need for affordable housing solutions in the Pikes Peak region.