By the People, For the People

Michael, others.

Problem

Lack of affordable housing; and camping is not comfortable or safe for many people.

Leverage

The positive outcome of Kenton Women’s Village.

Solution

Approach Portland’s nearly 100 neighborhood associations. (Note - use guide above?). Partner with students PSU’s Center for Public Interest Design. Obtain donations and sponsors. Connect with city and county policymakers to obtain incentives and variances. Design houses to go around a central spaces where service providers, farmers markets, can come. Make the units very attractive so that they are an asset to the neighborhood.