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Executive Summary 1
ES-05 Executive Summary 1
The Process 8
PR-05 Lead and Responsible Agencies 8
PR-10 Consultation 10
PR-15 Citizen Participation 21
Needs Assessment 38
NA-05 Overview 38
NA-10 Housing Needs Assessment 40
NA-15 Disproportionately Greater Need: Housing Problems 44
NA-20 Disproportionately Greater Need: Severe Housing Problems 59
NA-25 Disproportionately Greater Need: Housing Cost Burdens 62
NA-30 Disproportionately Greater Need: Discussion 63
NA-35 Public Housing 64
NA-40 Homeless Needs Assessment - 68
NA-45 Non -Homeless Special Needs Assessment 73
NA-50 Non -Housing Community Development Needs 75
Housing Market Analysis 77
MA-05 Overview 77
MA-10 Number of Housing Units 69
MA-15 Housing Market Analysis: Cost of Housing 80
MA-20 Housing Market Analysis: Condition of Housing 82
MA-25 Public And Assisted Housing 85
MA-30 Homeless Facilities and Services 88
MA-35 Special Needs Facilities and Services 99
MA-40 Barriers to Affordable Housing 101
MA-45 Non Housing Community Development Assets 96
MA-50 Needs and Market Analysis Discussion 101
Strategic Plan 110
SP-05 Overview 110
SP-10 Geographic Priorities 111
SP-25 Priority Needs 115
SP-30 Influence of Market Conditions 124
SP-35 Anticipated Resources 93
SP-40 Institutional Delivery System 123
SP-45 Goals Summary 128
SP-50 Public Housing Accessibility and Involvement 141
SP-55 Strategic Plan Barriers to Affordable Housing 142
SP-60 Homelessness Strategy - 91.415, 91.215(d) 143
SP-65 Lead -based Paint Hazards - 91.415, 91.2150) 145
SP-70 Anti -Poverty Strategy - 91.415, 91.215(j) 145
SP-80 Monitoring - 91.230 148
Appendix A Public Input and Comments To be added after public comment period.
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Executive Sum
ES-05 Executive Summary - 91.200(c), 91.220(b)
1. Introduction
The King County Consortium Consolidated Housing and Community Development Plan
(Consolidated Plan) guides the investment of federal housing and community development funds.
The Consolidated Plan is a requirement of the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development
(HUD), through which the King County Consortium (Consortium) receives an annual entitlement, or
formula grant, from each of these funds: Community Development Block Grant (CDBG), the HOME
Investment Partnerships Program (HOME), and the Emergency Solutions Grant (ESG). King County
and the Consortium anticipate receiving the following annual grant amounts during the five-year
period of the Consolidated Plan for program years 2020-2024.
CDBG $5,160,000
HOME $3,250,000
ESG $ 307,000
These funds are used to address housing, homelessness, and community development needs
throughout King County over the next five -years. The King County Consortium includes nearly all the
suburban cities in the county, as well as the unincorporated areas of the county. The King County
Consortium is an interjurisdictional partnership of King County and the cities and towns of Algona,
Black Diamond, Beaux Arts, Bothell, Burien, Carnation, Clyde Hill, Covington, Des Moines, Duvall,
Enumclaw, Hunts Point, Issaquah, Kenmore, Kirkland, Lake Forest Park, Maple Valley, Medina,
Mercer Island, Newcastle, Normandy Park, North Bend, Pacific, Redmond, Renton, Sammamish,
SeaTac, Shoreline, Skykomish, Snoqualmie, Tukwila, Woodinville, and Yarrow Point. The Consortium
does not include the City of Seattle. The cities of Auburn, Bellevue, Kent, and Federal Way
participate in the Consortium for the use of HOME Investment Partnership Program funds for
affordable housing. These four cities receive their own CDBG entitlement and have prepared
separate Consolidated Plans to guide the investment of those funds.
Data in this Consolidated Plan is based primarily upon the 2011-2015 American Community Survey
(ACS) five-year data set. This data provides the most detailed and reliable information available on
income, poverty, housing, housing cost burden and other data that is no longer collected by the
decennial census. The Consolidated Plan follows HUD's standardized template and each section
contains questions framed by HUD.
This Consolidated Plan incorporates the findings and goals of the 2019 Analysis of Impediments to
Fair Housing Choice (Al). The Al found that systemic segregation, disproportionate housing needs,
and individual -level discrimination are present and ongoing in King County.
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Key findings from the Al include:
• King County has become significantly more diverse over recent decades.
• Jurisdictions in King County can be categorized within three racial compositions: areas that are
diverse, predominantly White and Asian, and predominantly White.
• South Seattle and Southwest King County contain the most diverse areas of King County and face
the greatest barriers in access to opportunity.
• Economic segregation is a major factor to segregation patterns throughout King County and
protected class status is frequently correlated with lower incomes.
• Housing prices have increased dramatically in the last ten years, displacing lower -income
communities of color and immigrants.
• Field-testing conducted across jurisdictions in King County found evidence of individual -level
housing discrimination in about half of all tests.
• Blacks are half as likely as Whites to apply for a home loan and twice as likely to be denied.
The Al proposed the following Fair Housing Goals:
1. Invest in programs that provide fair housing education, enforcement, and testing.
2. Engage underrepresented communities on an ongoing basis to better understand barriers and
increase access to opportunity.
3. Provide more housing for vulnerable populations.
4. Provide more housing choices for people with large families.
5. Support efforts to increase housing stability.
6. Preserve and increase affordable housing in communities at high risk of displacement.
7. Review zoning laws to increase housing options and supply in urban areas.
8. Work with communities to guide investments in historically underserved communities.
9. Support the Affordable Housing Committee's efforts to promote fair housing.
10. Report annually on Fair Housing Goals and progress.
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2. Summary of the objectives and outcomes identified in the Plan
HUD -funded programs have a broad national goal: to "develop viable urban communities, by
providing decent affordable housing and a suitable living environment, and by expanding economic
opportunities, principally for low -and moderate -income persons" (the Housing and Community
Development Act of 1974, as amended).
Within that broad national goal, Consortium jurisdictions work together as partners to identify and
address the needs of low -and moderate —income people, communities, and neighborhoods and have
set the following goals:
Goal One: Affordable Housing - Ensure healthy and affordable housing for low -and moderate -
income households throughout the region and affirmatively further fair housing.
Goal Two: Homelessness - Strive to make homelessness rare, brief, and one — time and
eliminate racial disparities.
Goal Three: Community Development - Establish and maintain a healthy and vibrant community
by partnering with local jurisdictions and organizations, improving the well-being of
low- and moderate -income residents, and focusing on communities with historic
disparities in health, income, and quality of life.
3. Evaluation of past performance
During the first four year of the 2015-2019 Consolidated Plan, King County Consortium jurisdiction
members worked closely with the community, nonprofit agencies, the private sector, the State of
Washington, HUD, the Veteran's Administration, and the philanthropic community to make progress
towards the Plan's goals. The following are highlights from the Consortium's progress.
Regional Collaboration on Housing: The Regional Affordable Housing Task Force (Task Force) was
created in 2017 to bring together representatives from King County, the City of Seattle and other
cities with the goal of developing a regional plan to address the affordable housing crisis in King
County. The Task Force met six times to understand the scope and nature of the affordable housing
crisis. Three large public meetings served as forums for community members to give testimony
about their perspectives on housing affordability. The Task Force was supported by a Standing
Advisory Panel and a Staff Working Group to provide policy perspective and analytical information.
The Task Force developed the following overarching goal:
Strive to eli inate cost burden for households earning g0 percent Area edian Income and
below, with a priority for serving households at or below 50 percent Area edian Income.
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The Task Force recommended a Five -Year Action Plan as a way to spur the region into action quickly.
The Action Plan includes seven goals with associated strategies and actions for near -term
implementation. The seven goals included in the Action Plan are:
Goal 1 Create and support an ongoing structure for regional collaboration.
Goal 2 Increase construction and preservation of affordable homes for households earning less than
50% area median income.
Goal 3 Prioritize affordability accessible within a half -mile walkshed of existing and planned
frequent transit service with a particular priority for high -capacity transit stations.
Goal 4 Preserve access to affordable homes for renters by supporting tenant protections to increase
housing stability and reduce risk of homelessness.
Goal 5 Protect existing communities of color and low-income communities from displacement in
gentrifying communities.
Goal 6 Promote greater housing growth and diversity to achieve a variety of housing types at a
range of affordability and improve jobs/housing connections throughout King County.
Goal 7 Better engage local communities and other partners in addressing the urgent need for and
benefits of affordable housing.
Regional Collaboration on Homelessness: King County and Seattle are developing a regional
structure and approach to tackle homelessness. Following a series of recommendation to unify the
region's approach to homelessness, King County Executive Dow Constantine, Mayor Jenny A.
Durkan, Mayor Nancy Backus, and other regional leaders outlined their support for a new unified
entity that would set policy and fund solutions to make homelessness rare, brief, and one-time.
Stakeholders from the public sector, philanthropy, business, nonprofit service providers, advocates,
and people with lived experience worked with consultants Future Laboratories and the Corporation
for Supportive Housing to develop recommendations which incorporated research on successful
models for addressing homelessness from communities across the nation.
Progress toward Consolidated Plan Goals: Each year the Consortium prepares a Consolidated Annual
Performance Evaluation Report (CAPER) and submits it to HUD by March 31. The CAPER reports on
the specific accomplishments and activities for that year. Past CAPERs1 are posted on the King
County Housing, Homelessness and Community Development Division website.
1 http://www.kingcounty.gov/socialservices/Housing/PlansAndReports/HHCDD Reports/CAPER.aspx
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From 2015 to 2018, the King County Consortium reported the following accomplishments:
• 117 units of affordable housing created or preserved
• 43 rental units rehabilitated
• 906 major and minor home repairs
• 10 households received downpayment assistance
• 969 households received rapid re -housing services
• 9,510 people received shelter services
• 2,338 households received homeless diversion services
• 100,379 people received public services
• 62,359 people benefited from infrastructure improvements
• 3 business owners received business facade improvements
• 824 businesses received assistance
4. Summary of citizen participation process and consultation process
King County held a series of stakeholder and public meetings in 2017, 2018, and 2019 for
Consortium jurisdictions, agencies working in housing, homelessness, human services, and
community development. The Consortium solicited public input on community needs, priorities and
draft strategies. Public outreach and engagement activities were designed to reduce barriers to
participation to ensure public input was broad and representative of program beneficiaries. Notices
for public meetings were published in the Seattle Times and on the King County Department of
Community and Human Services' website, distributed to jurisdiction partners and stakeholders, and
were posted at the meeting locations. The draft of the Consolidated Plan was posted on June 14,
2019 for public comment. A public hearing will be announced with proper notice.
In addition to direct meetings and public outreach, Table 3 lists King County and regional plans
which were used to inform the Consolidated Plan. The development of these plans included
separate public input and comment process.
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5. Summary of public comments
HHCDD aims to collect feedback on Consolidated Plan strategies to ensure that updates reflect
citizen needs and concerns, mitigate downstream risk, and avoid unintended consequences from
proposed actions. In addition, learn more about the priorities of community groups and the general
public, in order to identify their potential alignment with Consolidated Plan. Lastly, HHCDD seeks
specific information on changing demographics, housing needs for people with disabilities, large
families, families transitioning out of homelessness, and older adults. As well as, potential links
between affordable housing, transportation, environmental health, access to opportunity, and other
determinants of equity. Through this outreach, HHCDD hopes to inform public about the draft
Consolidated Plan goals, as well as demonstrate that affordable housing is a countywide need and
asset.
Our engagement strategy is to engage with underrepresented members of the community, and to
provide multiple ways for members of the public to provide public comment or feedback in our
process. We partnered with local jurisdiction leads to help reach more communities, and plan public
meetings that might be more broadly attended. Information on the Consolidated Plan update, the
notice of the public meetings and survey were widely distributed through targeted outreach with
our local partners across jurisdictions. The meeting notices and the survey tool were available to
members of the public in English, Somali, Spanish, and Vietnamese from June 25, 2019-July 26,
2019. Our comment period was extended to July 26, 2019 to provide a full 30 days for this updated
information.
Key Themes Highlighted from Public Stakeholders:
• Impacts of displacement being felt across the county
• Available housing pricing out low-income individuals
• Fair Housing Enforcement needs work: relies on the injured party to report the
discrimination (racism, classism, ableism etc.)
• Evictions —disproportionately impacting women of color
• Real estate market/cost of housing impacts geographical choice
• Number of people experiencing homelessness continue to increase
• Immigrant and refugee communities are feeling fear of government/public
entities/organizations
• Credit score/eviction record/criminal records being used as neutral tools to discriminate
against potential tenants
• Inherent barriers to accessing housing for certain protected classes (disability, national origin
etc.)
Solutions Identified by Public Stakeholders:
• Need more accessible, affordable housing across King County
o All units should be built with universal design principles
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o More larger units (3+ bedrooms)
o TOD Development
• Need to further educate landlords/property managers on:
o landlord/tenant laws
o rights of tenants with disabilities (making a unit accessible vs. unit modification)
o rights of tenants who are Domestic Violence survivors
o rights of tenants with criminal records
• Need housing one stop resource to research different housing programs, resources and
available housing units
[Comment summary will be added after the comment period is closed.]
6. Summary of comments or views not accepted and the reasons for not accepting them
No public comments were not accepted.
Public comments are summarized in Appendix B.
7. Summary To be co pleted post public meetings.
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The Process
PR-05 Lead & Responsible Agencies - 91.200(b)
1. Describe agency/entity responsible for preparing the Consolidated Plan and those
responsible for administration of each grant program and funding source
King County and the Consortium administer the CDBG, HOME, ESG and other state and local funds.
The King County Department of Community and Human Services is responsible for the preparation
the Consolidated Plan guiding the investment of these funds.
Agency Role
Name
Department/Agency
Lead Agency
King
County
Department of Community and Human Services/Housing,
Homelessness, and Community Development Division
CDBG
Administrator
King
County
Department of Community and Human Services/Housing,
Homelessness, and Community Development Division
HOME
Administrator
King
County
Department of Community and Human Services/Housing,
Homelessness, and Community Development Division
ESG
Administrator
King
County
Department of Community and Human Services/Housing,
Homelessness, and Community Development Division
Table 1— Responsible Agencies
Narrative
The King County Department of Community and Human Services is the lead entity for the
Consolidated Plan. The cities of Auburn, Bellevue, Federal Way, and Kent administer their own CDBG
funds and prepare their associated Consolidated Plans for the administration of these funds.
However, these cities also contribute to the sections of the King County Consolidated Plan relating
to the HOME program due to their participation in the HOME Consortium.
The lead staff for King County are identified below.
Consolidated Plan — Valerie Kendall
CDBG Program — Jackie Moynahan
HOME Program — Nicole Washington
ESG Program — Kate Speltz
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The lead staff for jurisdictions in King County receiving direct CDBG entitlements are identified
below.
Auburn CDBG — Joy Scott
Bellevue CDBG —Denise Catalano
Federal Way CDBG — Sarah Bridgeford
Kent CDBG — Dinah Washington
Consolidated Plan contact information:
Valerie Kendall
Affordable Housing Planner
Housing, Homelessness and Community
Development
401 Fifth Avenue, Suite 510
Seattle, WA 98104
206-263-9076
valerie.kendall(&kingcounty.gov
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PR-10 Consultation - 91.100, 91.200(b), 91.215(1)
1. Introduction
This section describes the community consultation process followed by the King County
Consortium in updating the Consolidated Plan and the coordination with other local
governments, the Continuum of Care, public and private housing providers, service agencies,
private foundations, educational institutions, and representatives and people from low -and
moderate -income communities. King County and the Consortium administer the CDBG, HOME,
ESG and other state and local funds. King County works closely with Consortium partners,
citizens, community organizations and other public entities to identify the needs and priorities
outlined in this plan. All Home has been designated by the King County Council as the lead for
the local Continuum of Care.
Provide a concise summary of the jurisdiction's activities to enhance coordination between
public and assisted housing providers and private and governmental health, mental health
and service agencies (91.215(1)).
The Consortium takes a regional approach and engages in ongoing coordination between
jurisdictions, housing providers, health providers, and service agencies. The 38 members of the
King County Consortium (Consortium) conduct and participate in ongoing meetings with each
other and regularly engage the following stakeholders: the Washington State Housing Finance
Commission, the Washington State Department of Commerce, A Regional Coalition for Housing,
public housing authorities (the King County Housing Authority, the Renton Housing Authority,
and the Seattle Housing Authority), the Continuum of Care (CoC) All Home, nonprofit housing
and service providers, members of the Housing Development Consortium of Seattle -King
County, the Seattle -King County Public Health Department, North, East, and South King County
Human Services Planners, and the Behavioral Health & Recovery Division within the
Department of Community and Human Services. This coordination is ongoing throughout the
program year and, together with official stakeholder and public meetings, informs
recommendations for decision -making bodies such as the Joint Recommendation Committee
(JRC) and South King County Human Services Planners.
Describe coordination with the Continuum of Care and efforts to address the needs of
homeless persons (particularly chronically homeless individuals and families, families with
children, veterans, and unaccompanied youth) and persons at risk of homelessness.
Since 2016, King County and the CoC launched the Coordinated Entry for All (CEA) system for
homeless populations and has been refining the system since then. National research identifies
coordinated entry as a key component for an effective homeless system because it improves
the quality of client screening and assessment, matches clients to appropriately targeted
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services and resources, and promotes a more efficient use of resources. CEA processes and
prioritizes assistance based on vulnerability and severity of service needs to ensure that people
who need assistance the most can receive it in a timely manner. A key feature of the CEA
system includes a common assessment tool, the CEA Housing Triage Tool, which is based upon
vulnerability and severity of service needs to ensure that people who need assistance the most
can receive it in a timely manner. Chronically homeless individuals and families, families with
children, veterans, unaccompanied youth, and young adults are a part of the coordinated
system. In addition, CEA utilizes regional access points which serve as the primary "front door"
for the homeless housing system. Team members for the CEA are King County employees and
work as a part of the Homeless Housing Program team, to align closely with Housing,
Homelessness, and Community Development Division (HHCDD) team members.
King County also hosts the staff members for All Home, the lead entity for the CoC. King County
and the City of Seattle staff collaborate on the annual CoC application to HUD. Since 1995, King
County and the City of Seattle have applied for these funds on behalf of a regional consortium
of service providers and administered distribution of the funds to approximately 70 programs.
Chronically Homeless Individuals and Families - The Consortium cities coordinate closely with
the CoC in addressing chronic homelessness for individuals and families. Chronic homelessness
is more pronounced among individuals and, during the 2015-2019 Consolidated Planning
period, King County developed the coordinated entry system for chronically homeless
individuals. Additionally, in 2018 and 2019, King County opened three new shelters serving
homeless individuals in County -owned buildings: the Harborview Hall and West Wing shelters
and the Jefferson Day Center. Local funds, rather that federal, were used to fund these new
shelters.
Families with Children - The specific needs of families facing homelessness is a key component
of the work being done throughout King County. King County operates a coordinated entry
system for homeless families. Two of the features of the coordinated system are the rapid re-
housing and homeless diversion programs to assist families to find housing and shorten the
length of time families experience homelessness.
Rapid re -housing - The rapid re -housing program provides a time limed intervention intended
to house families or individuals experiencing homelessness as quickly as possible. The service
model includes three core components; 1) housing location, 2) case management, and 3
)financial assistance. RRH is a housing first intervention pairs a level of case management and
financial assistance based on a progressive engagement model.
Housing Connector - The Housing Connector Program provides a bridge that connects private
property owners/manager to those most in need of housing. The homeless diversion program
assists people and families quickly secure permanent or temporary housing by encouraging
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creative and cost-effective solutions that meets the need of each household. This program
serves people experiencing homelessness or fleeing domestic violence without a safe housing
option.
Diversion — Diversion (also called Path to Home) helps a household solve their current housing
situation by exploring creative solutions that can get them housed quickly and efficiently.
Diversion plans are unique to each household and can include mediation, relocation, assistance
with move -in to a private apartment, or other solutions. Diversion is client centered.
Veterans, Seniors & Human Services Levy - Adopted by the King County Council in 2018 the
Veterans, Seniors and Human Services Levy connects servicemembers and veterans, residents
age 55 or older and vulnerable populations to programs and services that help them live
healthy, productive and meaningful lives. It helps individuals and families transition to
affordable housing, get job training, find employment, and receive behavioral health treatment.
Unaccompanied Youth and Young Adults - A 2015 Gallup U.S. Daily survey found that 4.8% of
the general population living in the Seattle -Tacoma- Bellevue region identified as lesbian, gay,
bisexual, or transgender. The majority (77%) of 2018 Count Us In Survey respondents identified
as straight, while 7% identified as gay or lesbian, 6% identified as bisexual, and 2% identified as
queer. Over one-third (34%) of unaccompanied youth and young adults under 25 years old
identified as LGBTQ+, compared to 20% of all other survey respondents.
Individuals identifying as LGBTQ+ also indicated higher rates of foster care involvement
compared to other survey respondents (28% compared to 18%).
FIGURE 14. GENDER, COUNT US IN SURVEY RESPONDENTS
2017 2018 02019
Female
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65% 63°
Male
2%° 1 % 3%
Transgender
2% 5°° 5%0
Gender Non -Conforming'
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Imminent Risk of Homelessness - The CoC and the Consortium uses the term Imminent Risk of
Homelessness for identifying circumstances where people may become homeless. This is
defined as an individual or family who will imminently lose their primary nighttime residence,
provided that:
• Residence will be lost in 14 days of the date of application for homeless assistance;
• No subsequent residence has been identified; and
• The individual or family lacks the resources or supporting networks needed to obtain
other permanent housing.
The HUD definition of at risk of homelessness is at the following Zink.
https://files.hudexchange.info/resources/documents/AtRiskofHomelessnessDefinition Criteria.pdf
Describe consultation with the Continuum(s) of Care that serves the jurisdiction's area in
determining how to allocate ESG funds, develop performance standards and evaluate
outcomes, and develop funding, policies and procedures for the administration of HMIS.
The ESG program focuses on assisting people to quickly regain stability in permanent housing
after experiencing homelessness or a housing crisis.
Consultation with CoC - During the planning process, All Home, the CoC, advises and
collaborates with the County and the City of Seattle in stakeholder meetings as a part of the
development of the Consolidated Plan and the Action Plan. The coordination goes both ways,
with Consortium members also providing input for the planning process.
Allocation of ESG Funds - The Consortium consults with, member jurisdictions, stakeholders,
and the public, and works with the Joint Recommendation Committee to allocate ESG funds.
Funding awards are made on a competitive basis through bi-annual funding rounds advertised
publicly and conducted through the King County Department of Procurement.
Performance Standards and Evaluation of Outcomes - All projects adhere to the Homeless
Management Information System (HMIS) operating standards and all reporting and program
evaluation is completed through HMIS. Within HMIS, data for target populations, youth and
young adults, singles, and families, is collected for the following three categories: 1) exit to
permanent housing; 2) average program stay; and 3) return to homelessness. This information
is collected for emergency shelters, transitional housing, permanent supportive housing,
prevention, and rental assistance programs. Actual performance is measured against the target
goals.
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Funding, Policies and Procedures for HMIS - The Consortium, with King County as the lead, has
improved the efficiency and accountability of HMIS. The King County HHCDD team coordinates
with the HMIS team who also are employees of King County. This strengthens the infrastructure
and refines the process that allows HMIS to act as the data system platform for the CEA system.
Using HMIS as the platform for the system allows continued and substantial improvement in
the amount and accuracy of data reported.
The Homeless Emergency Assistance and Rapid Transition to Housing Act (HEARTH Act) revised
the Emergency Shelter Grants Program and renamed it the Emergency Solutions Grants (ESG)
Program. The new name reflects the change in the program's focus from addressing the needs
of homeless people in emergency shelters to assisting people to quickly regain stability in
permanent housing after experiencing homelessness and/or a housing crisis.
2. Describe Agencies, groups, organizations and others who participated in the process
and describe the jurisdictions consultations with housing, social service agencies and other
entities.
A wide range of groups and organizations participated in the process including public funders
from Washington State and King County partner jurisdictions, public housing authorities,
members from the Seattle -King County Housing Development Consortium, stakeholders,
housing providers for low -and -moderate income persons, agencies who serve persons who are
homeless, and Seattle -King County Public Health. In addition to the consultations referenced
above, King County and Consortium partner staff coordinate closely with each other and fan
out to participate and attend a wide range of standing meetings with city planners, housing and
service providers, attend local, statewide, and national meetings including the annual
Washington State Housing Conference.
Table 2 — Agencies, groups, organizations who participated To be updated on an ongoing
basis during the public review process.
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Agency/Group/Organization
A Regional Coalition for Housing
Agency/Group/Organization
Type
Housing
Other government - Local
Regional organization
Planning organization
What section of the Plan
was addressed by
Consultation?
Housing Need Assessment
Homelessness Strategy
Homeless Needs - Chronically homeless
Homeless Needs - Families with children
Homelessness Needs - Veterans
Homelessness Needs - Unaccompanied youth
Non -Homeless Special Needs
Market Analysis
How was the
Agency/Group/Organization
consulted and what are the
anticipated outcomes of the
consultation or areas for
improved coordination?
Representatives from ARCH attended an interactive meeting with
discussion the crisis response system, housing, and priorities and
strategies for the Consolidated Plan.
Agency/Group/Organization
South King County Housing and Homelessness Partnership (SKCHHP)
Agency/Group/Organization
Type
Housing
Other government - Local
Regional organization
Planning organization
What section of the Plan
was addressed by
Consultation?
Housing Need Assessment
Homelessness Strategy
Homeless Needs - Chronically homeless
Homeless Needs - Families with children
Homelessness Needs - Veterans
Homelessness Needs - Unaccompanied youth
Non -Homeless Special Needs
Market Analysis
How was the
Agency/Group/Organization
consulted and what are the
anticipated outcomes of the
consultation or areas for
improved coordination?
This is a new organization that grew out of a number of south King
County planning activities, including the three-year pilot program for
SKCHPP. Leaders of the pilot program and the incoming board
members participate broadly in the process for the Consolidated Plan
and will continue to do so.
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Agency/Group/Organization
City of Auburn
Agency/Group/Organization
Type
Other government - Local
What section of the Plan
was addressed by
Consultation?
Housing Need Assessment
Homelessness Strategy
Homeless Needs - Chronically homeless
Homeless Needs - Families with children
Homelessness Needs - Veterans
Homelessness Needs - Unaccompanied youth
Non -Homeless Special Needs
Anti -poverty Strategy
How was the
Agency/Group/Organization
consulted and what are the
anticipated outcomes of the
consultation or areas for
improved coordination?
Representatives from the City of Auburn participated closely in the
housing and homelessness strategies.
Agency/Group/Organization
City of Bellevue
Agency/Group/Organization
Type
Other government - Local
What section of the Plan
was addressed by
Consultation?
Housing Need Assessment
Homelessness Strategy
Homeless Needs - Chronically homeless
Homeless Needs - Families with children
Homelessness Needs - Veterans
Homelessness Needs - Unaccompanied youth
Non -Homeless Special Needs
Anti -poverty Strategy
How was the
Agency/Group/Organization
consulted and what are the
anticipated outcomes of the
consultation or areas for
improved coordination?
Representatives from the City of Bellevue participated in the housing
and homelessness strategies. Ongoing consultation will continue to
keep coordination on key housing programs efficient.
Agency/Group/Organization
Catholic Community Services
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Agency/Group/Organization
Type
Housing
Services - Housing
Services -Children
Services -Elderly Persons
Services -Persons with Disabilities
Services -Persons with HIV/AIDS
Services -Victims of Domestic Violence
Services -homeless
What section of the Plan
was addressed by
Consultation?
Housing Need Assessment
Homelessness Strategy
Homelessness Needs - Chronically homeless
Homelessness Needs - Families with children
Homelessness Needs - Veterans
Homelessness Needs - Unaccompanied youth
Non -Homeless Special Needs
How was the
Agency/Group/Organization
consulted and what are the
anticipated outcomes of the
consultation or areas for
improved coordination?
Representatives of Catholic Community Services provided input on
homeless strategies, and non -homeless special needs.
Agency/Group/Organization
King County Housing Authority
Agency/Group/Organization
Type
Public Housing Authority
Services - Housing
Services -Children
Services -Elderly Persons
Services -Persons with Disabilities
Services -homeless
Planning organization
What section of the Plan
was addressed by
Consultation?
Housing Need Assessment
Public Housing Needs
Homelessness Strategy
Homeless Needs - Chronically homeless
Homeless Needs - Families with children
Homelessness Needs - Veterans
Homelessness Needs - Unaccompanied youth
Non -Homeless Special Needs
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How was the
Agency/Group/Organization
consulted and what are the
anticipated outcomes of the
consultation or areas for
improved coordination?
The King County Housing Authority was consulted through all phases
of the planning process. King County conducts ongoing consultation
with the King County Housing Authority for housing and programs
that serve people who are homeless.
Agency/Group/Organization
Renton Housing Authority
Agency/Group/Organization
Type
Public Housing Authority
Services - Housing
Services -Children
Services -Elderly Persons
Services -Persons with Disabilities
Services -homeless
Planning organization
What section of the Plan
was addressed by
Consultation?
Housing Need Assessment
Public Housing Needs
Homelessness Strategy
Homeless Needs - Chronically homeless
Homeless Needs - Families with children
Homelessness Needs - Veterans
Homelessness Needs - Unaccompanied youth
Non -Homeless Special Needs
How was the
Agency/Group/Organization
consulted and what are the
anticipated outcomes of the
consultation or areas for
improved coordination?
The Renton Housing Authority was consulted through all phases of
the planning process. King County conducts ongoing consultation
with the King County Housing Authority for housing and programs
that serve people who are homeless.
Identify any Agency Types not consulted and provide rationale for not consulting
No types of agencies involved in housing, homelessness, or community development were
excluded from consultation. Effort was made to ensure advance publication of meetings and
opportunities to contribute. The consultation list will be expanded as the process continues.
The following table lists some of the local and regional plans and initiatives consulted in the
development of the Consolidated Plan.
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Other local/regional/state/federal planning efforts considered when preparing the Plan
Name of Plan
Lead Organization
How do the goals of your Strategic Plan
overlap with the goals of each plan?
Regional Affordable
Housing Task Force —
Final Report and
Recommendations for
King County
Regional planning task
force with
representatives from
King County, the City of
Seattle, and other
cities.
This plan sets out a Five -Year Action Plan with
seven goal areas with strategies to achieve
goals, and actions that can be taken in the
near term to implement the strategies.
All Home Strategic Plan
All Home, the
Continuum of Care
This plan informs and sets priorities and goals
that link to all three overarching goals in the
Strategic Plan, and particularly, Goal Two
Veterans and Seniors
Human Services
Implementation Plan
King County
This plan describes the expenditure of levy
proceeds to achieve outcomes related to
healthy living, housing stability, financial
stability, social engagement, and service
system access for veterans and military
servicemembers and their respective families,
seniors and their caregivers, and vulnerable
populations.
Best Starts For Kids 2018
in Review
King County
Year three of the six year Best Starts for Kids
levy and implementation.
King County Equity and
Social Justice Report
King County
This report informs and guides principles of
the Strategic Plan to ensure that the goal of
equal opportunity is contemplated throughout
the Consolidated Plan.
King County
Comprehensive Plan
King County
Guiding policy document for land use, and
development regulations in unincorporated
King County and for regional services.
King County Countywide
Planning Policies
King County
Identifies and sets underlying policy goals for
comprehensive plans and long-range
affordable housing goals for local jurisdictions.
Urban Growth Capacity
Study
King County
Development information for jurisdictions in
King County.
Draft Vision 2050
Puget Sound Regional
Council
Draft Vision 2050 is an integrated and long -
range vision for maintaining a healthy region.
This plan emphasizes triple bottom line
decision -making: people, prosperity, and
planet.
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Name of Plan
Lead Organization
How do the goals of your Strategic Plan
overlap with the goals of each plan?
King County Strategic
Climate Action Plan
King County
Five —year blueprint for County action to
confront climate change, integrating climate
change into all areas of County operations and
its work in the community. The SCAP provides
a one stop shop for county decision makers,
employees, and the public to learn about the
County's climate change goals, priorities and
commitments.
Age Friendly Housing
Aging and Disability
Services, City of Seattle
Office of Housing,
Seattle Housing
Authority, King County
This report called out the increasing need for
senior and or adaptable housing as the baby
boomers age. This is reflected in the
affordable housing goals in the Strategic Plan.
City of Seattle
Consolidated Housing,
Homelessness and
Community Development
Plan
City of Seattle
The HUD required plan guiding the investment
of CDBG, ESG, and HOME entitlement grants
for the City of Seattle. This includes the
HOPWA plan for the region, including King
County.
Table 3 — Other local / regional / federal planning efforts
Describe cooperation and coordination with other public entities, including the State and any
adjacent units of general local government, in the implementation of the Consolidated Plan
(91.215(1))
King County consulted with many public entities and including member jurisdictions of the
Consortium during the development and review of the Consolidated Plan. In addition,
consultations occurred with Seattle -King County Public Health, the Behavioral Health and
Recovery Division, the Developmental Disabilities Division, the City of Seattle, Washington State
Department of Social and Health Services, and the Veteran's Administration to establish
priorities to ensure funding policy alignment and coordination of resources.
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PR-15 Citizen Participation - 91.401, 91.105, 91.200(c)
1. Summary of citizen participation process/Efforts made to broaden citizen participation
Summarize citizen participation process and how it impacted goal -setting
As a part of the Consolidated Plan development, the King County Housing, Homelessness and
Community Development Program solicited input on community needs, priorities, and draft
strategies. Public input was encouraged throughout all phases of the Consolidated Plan as well
as through specific stakeholder outreach activities. Public outreach and engagement activities
were designed to reduce barriers to participation that are often encountered to ensure public
input was broad and representative of program beneficiaries. Effort was taken to engage
stakeholders and community groups who have been underrepresented in the past. As part of
the update process, HHCDD engaged with partner organizations, local jurisdictions and
members of public to gather input on housing and community development priorities in King
County and how best to align funding with those priorities. This plan describes how HHCDD
worked with the community as part of the update process as well as outlining a strategy for
continued engagement over the duration of the plan itself.
Community Participation Process
HHCDD plans to engage with community members throughout the process to update the Con
Plan. The main goal of this outreach is to provide multiple types of opportunities and methods
to hear from the public on their priorities for the Con Plan, as well as review the Con Plan in
draft form in order to provide public comment. The Con Plan public comment will run from
June 14-July 26, 2019, during which, members of the public will have an opportunity to access
the draft of the Con Plan on our website, at our office and at the public meetings. All comments
on the draft will be accepted in person, by phone or email response or through an online portal.
HHCDD aims to collect feedback on Con Plan strategies to ensure that updates reflect citizen
needs and
concerns, mitigate downstream risk, and avoid unintended consequences from proposed
actions. In addition, learn more about the priorities of community groups and the general
public, in order to identify their potential alignment with Con Plan. Lastly, HHCDD seeks specific
information on changing demographics, housing needs for people with disabilities, large
families, families transitioning out of homelessness, and older adults. As well as, potential links
between affordable housing, transportation, environmental health, access to opportunity, and
other determinants of equity. Through this outreach, HHCDD hopes to inform public about the
draft Con Plan goals, as well as demonstrate that affordable housing is a countywide need and
asset.
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Guidance for Public Engagement
A. Recruitment
FederaIZ
County
The Con Plan must provide for and encourage participation
from:
• predominantly low- and moderate -income neighborhoods,
as defined by the jurisdiction
• areas where CDBG funds are proposed to be used
• all citizens including people of color and non-English
speaking persons and vulnerable populations
• local and regional institutions
• the Continuum of Care and other organizations (including
businesses, developers, nonprofit organizations,
philanthropic organizations, and community -based and
faith -based organizations)
• residents of public and assisted housing developments
along with other low-income residents of targeted
revitalization areas in which the developments are located.
• Connect through Community Service
Areas for unincorporated areas
(Unincorporated Area Community News)
• Identify the appropriate partners or
contacts to initiate and support
engagement
• Take steps to ensure impacted
communities that have not historically
been included be included
• Ensure the venue is conveniently located
and has access to public parking and
transportation
B. Content
Federal
County
Citizens, public agencies, and other interested parties
information should be informed of:
• the amount of assistance the jurisdiction expects to
receive (including grant funds and program income)
• the range of activities that may be undertaken,
including the estimated amount that will benefit
persons of low- and moderate -income.
• plans to minimize displacement of persons and to assist
any persons displaced, specifying the types and levels
of assistance the jurisdiction will make available (or
require others to make available) to persons displaced,
even if the jurisdiction expects no displacement to
occur.
• a general summary of the Consolidated Plan, including
• Have a plan to address language and
literacy needs, including translations,
interpretations, reading levels (see Plain
Language Style Guide, and KC Executive
Order on written language translation,
Guidelines on Accessible printed
materials)
• Plan to inform community members of
decision, progress or benchmarks
following the meeting
2 Title 24 CFR Part 91, Subpart B guides the Citizen Participation Plan piece of the Consolidated Plan
3 The County is currently developing a countywide public engagement strategy as part of the Strategic Plan update. In the
meantime, guidance comes from the King County Equity & Social Justice Community Engagement Guide and the
Unincorporated Areas Public Engagement Framework.
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o Priority non -housing community development
needs
o Housing and community development needs
o Development of proposed activities
o Review of program performance
• The citizen participation plan must state when and how
the jurisdiction will make this information available.
• A summary of comments or views, and a summary of
any comments or views not accepted and the reasons
therefor, shall be attached to the final consolidated
plan.
C. Method
Federal
County
HUD guidance states that the jurisdiction should "explore
alternative public involvement techniques and quantitative
ways to measure efforts that encourage citizen participation in
a shared vision for change in communities and neighborhoods,
• Consider alternative and non-traditional
approaches, new and social media
• Consider barriers and risks associated
with your methods for specific
populations
• Gather adequate background
information (see Communities County)
on the community prior to the meeting
and the review of program performance; e.g., use of focus
groups and the Internet."
D. Alignment with Ongoing Work
• Achieve compliance with Federal code.
• Achieve County -level public engagement standards for equitable and just citizen
participation from all parts of the County.
• Align with HHCDD work:
o Equity and Social Justice's "Determinants of Equity"
o Homeless governance work
o Affordable Housing Committee
o Comprehensive Plan Update/Analysis of Impediments for Fair Housing
Choice
o Subarea Planning for Unincorporated Areas
o Communities of Opportunity
o Opportunity Zones
Engagement Strategies
Our engagement strategy is to engage with underrepresented members of the community, and
to provide multiple ways for members of the public to provide public comment or feedback in
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our process. We partnered with local jurisdiction leads to help reach more communities, and
plan public meetings that might be more broadly attended. Information on the Con Plan
update, the notice of the public meetings and survey were widely distributed through targeted
outreach with our local partners across jurisdictions. The meeting notices and the survey tool
were available to members of the public in English, Somali, Spanish, and Vietnamese from June
25, 2019-July 26, 2019. Our comment period was extended to July 26, 2019 to provide a full 30
days for this updated information.
A. Stakeholders
Members of these organizations received targeted outreach in the form of public meeting
notices sent to representatives at their organizations, and asked to distribute, as well as an
invitation to participate in a stakeholder interviews to provide additional feedback.
Housing Providers/Policy Advocates
• Housing Development Consortium
• Housing Justice Project
• King County Housing Authority
• Puget Sound Sage
• Renton Housing Authority
• Tenant's Union (WA State and City of Kent)
• WA Multifamily Housing Association
• WA Realtors
Nonprofit/Community Based Organizations
• African Community Housing and Development
• Alliance of People with disAbilities
• Asian Pacific Islander Americans for Civic Engagement (APACE)
• Asian Counseling and Referral Services
• Centro De La Raza
• Refugee Women's Alliance (ReWA)
• Somali Community: Living Well Kent
• Washington State Coalition Against Domestic Violence (WSCADV)
• White Center CDA
Regional Partners
• Columbia Legal Services
• Futurewise
• Puget Sound Sage
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• Skyway Solutions
• University of Washington: Evans School of Public Policy & Governance
B. Community Meetings Open to the General Public
Public Drop-ln Forums
Three public open houses (one in each sub -region) will give a chance for citizens to provide
feedback on Consolidated Plan proposals and share their concerns and perspectives with
King County representatives. These meetings followed the federal requirements for
providing public notice, providing notice in the Seattle Times newspapers, posting on the
King County HCD website, posting notice at the meeting site and providing direct
notification to stakeholders 14 calendar days prior to the first community meeting.
The community forums were held in mixed —income and low-income locations around King
County that are walkable, accessible by public transit, and had free parking. The venues
included areas that are frequented by community members of all economic backgrounds,
often in areas with subsidized and affordable housing options. These public meetings will be
held in publicly accessible locations, without architectural barriers which would preclude
the attendance of people who have a disability.
King County staff will talk with members of the public about their priorities for fair housing,
affordable housing, homeless housing and services as well as community development.
Meetings will be scheduled for Saturday late mornings, and busy public venues to ensure
the opportunity to talk to many members of the public.
These meetings are scheduled for the following times:
• South —Tukwila, 6/29, Tukwila Library, 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
• East — Bellevue, 6/15, Crossroads Mall, 11:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m.
• North — Shoreline, 6/22, Shoreline Library, 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Additional Meetings
HHCDD staff will plan to attend other public community meetings, and request to discuss
the Con Plan update, public comment period and public meetings scheduled. This allows
staff access different formal networks to reach a broader audience.
An additional stakeholder meeting was added to further hear from local stakeholders on
their priorities for this plan. This meeting will be held on the following date at the following
location:
• July 9, 2019, 10:00 a.m. to 12 p.m., King County Chinook Building
C. Print Media
The Seattle Times printed the public notice regarding these public meetings at beginning of
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the Con Plan public comment period, which ran in both print and online in their Public
Notices Section from 6/1/2019 thru 6/7/2019.
D. Social Media
Social Media accounts were not utilized as a way to reach members of the public. We did
get feedback that this is an effective form of outreach for other organizations to share or re -
post, and it was suggested this be used for the next plan update.
Processing Feedback
A. Community Meeting Feedback
HHCDD staff has found providing questions for community members to consider to be an
effective way to interface with the public, and solicit specific feedback on a person's
experience and priorities for their community. The following table summarizes the citizen
comments and they are more fully developed during the process.
The following table summarizes the citizen comments and they are more fully developed
during the process. [This infor ation will be su arized and inserted at the end of the
comment period.]
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and reasons
Public Meeting
Affordable Housing
experts,
stakeholders
The Regional Affordable Housing
Task Force Kick -Off meeting onJuly
14,Z017atthe Renton Community
Center included adata presentation
onhousing affordability and small
and large group discussions.
Approximately 70 individuals
attended
See meetingsummary
None.
https://www.kingcnunty.gov/ini
tiatives/affordab|ehousing/meet
ings.aspx
Public Meeting
Communities of
Color
Broad Community
The January ]O,20l8Regional
Affordable Housing Task Force met at
the New Holly Community Center (in
New Holly neighborhood operated by
the Seattle Housing Authority) for
open public testimony onthe public's
experiences of and perspective on
housing affordability. 5Umembers of
the public provided testimony.
See meeting summary
None.
https://vvwxv.kinKcounty.Rov/ini
tiatives/affordab|ehuusinA/meet
inRsaspx
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Citizen
Participation Outreach
Mode mfOutreach
Target ofOutreach
Summary of
Summary of
comments received
Summary ofcomm
entsnot accepted
and reasons
Public Meeting
Individuals with
lived experiences of
homelessness
Elected Leaders
Business
Community
Service Providers
Broad Community
The January 2Z,Z018One Table
Community Action Work Group
meeting brought elected officials,
service providers to discuss the root
causes ofhomelessness and to
develop acommunity approach to
homelessness and affordability.
See meeting summary
https://www.kingcnunty.gov/de
pts/communitv+human'
services/housing/services/home|
es*housing/one'tab|e.aspx
None
Individuals with
lived experiences
homelessness
Elected Leaders
Business
Community
Service Providers
of
Broad Community
The April 4,2O18One Table
Community Action Work Group
meeting brought elected officials,
service providers to discuss the root
causes ofhomelessness
See meeting summary
https://wwxv.kinKcounty.Rov/de
pts/communitv-human'
services/housinA/services/home|
ess'housinA/one'tab|e.aspx
None
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Mode mfOutreach
Target of Outreach
Summary of
response/attendance
Summary of
comments received
Summary mfcomm
entsnot accepted
and reasons
Individuals with
lived experiences of
homelessness
E|ected Leaders
Business
Community
Service Providers
Broad Community
The August 3,Z018One Table
Community Action Work Group
meeting brought elected officials,
service providers to discuss the root
causes ofhomelessness.
See meeting summary
None
https://www.kingcnunty.gov/de
pts/communitv+human'
services/housinA/services/home|
es*housing/one'tab|e.aspx
Public Meeting
Broad Community
The April l9,2OlORegional
Affordable Housing Task Force
Meeting atKenmore City Hall was
organized with small group
discussions around aspecific issue of
affordable housing, with snna|| groups
reporting out tothe whole.
Approximately S0people
participated.
See meeting summary
None
https://vvwxv.kinKcounty.Rov/ini
tiatives/affordab|ehuusinA/meet
inRsaspx
Public Meeting
Broad Community
OnSeptember 5,2018atShoreline
Community College, the Regional
Affordable Housing Task Force
presented a draft Action Plan and
facilitated discussion around
prioritizing goals.
See meeting summary
None
https://www.kingcnunty.gov/ini
tiatives/affnrdaNehousing/meet
ings.aspx
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Mode mfOutreach
Target of Outreach
Summary of
response/attendance
Summary of
comments received
Summary mfcomm
entsnot accepted
and reasons
Public Meeting
Broad Community
OnSeptember 8,2018atthe South
Bellevue Community Center, the
Regional Affordable Housing Task
Force presented a draft Action Plan
and facilitated discussion around
prioritizing goals.
See meeting summary
None
https://www.kingcnunty.gov/ini
tiatives/affnrdaNehousing/meet
ings.aspx
Public Meeting
Broad Community
OnSeptember 11,Z01Datthe
Auburn Community Center, the
Regional Affordable Housing Task
Force presented adraft Action Plan
and facilitated discussion around
prioritizing goals.
See meeting summary
None
https://www.kinAcounty.Auv/ini
tiatives/affordab|ehousinR/meet
inRs.aspx
Online Comment
Tool
Broad Community
The Regional Affordable Housing
Task Force vveb»itehosted apublic
comment tool that allowed residents
toshare what neighborhood they live
in(optiona||y),their experiences, and
any other perspectives orsolutions
toaddress housing affordability.
See public comments here
None
https://www.kinKcounty.Ruv/ini
tiatives/affurdab|ehousing.aspx
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Citizen Participation Outreach
Mode of Outreach
Target of Outreach
Summary of
response/attendance
Summary of
comments received
Summary of comm
ents not accepted
and reasons
Public Meeting
Community Meeting
in Auburn
On April 1, 2019 King County staff
participated in a community meeting
organized by City of Auburn to gather
input for their CDBG program and the
county -wide housing needs and fair
housing needs.
People expressed a desire to see
more affordable housing, fewer
barriers to obtaining housing
including: tenant screening,
selective micro -targeting through
social media, discrimination against
domestic violence survivors, rental
application fees. Also mentioned
was single family zoning as
exclusionary and limiting the
housing supply. Other supply
constraining factors mentioned
were permitting process and
regulations.
None
Public Meeting
Broad Community
(Bellevue)
On June 15, 2019 King County staff
organized a community drop -in
opportunity in Bellevue at Crossroads
Mall for community members to discuss
county -wide housing needs and fair
housing needs, as well as provide public
comment on the Consolidated Plan and
Analysis for Impediments.
Members of the public expressed a
need for more affordable housing
options for renters and home
buyers. They shared concerns of
their community becoming
unaffordable. Shared concerns that
employees need to travel further
from work to find housing. Lack of
affordable housing is impacting
efforts to help people out of
homelessness, means people are on
waitlists longer. Community needs:
workforce housing, ADUs, subsidies
that provide both housing and cost
of living assistance.
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Citizen Participation Outreach
Mode of Outreach
Target of Outreach
Summary of
Summary of
Summary of comm
response/attendance
comments received
ents not accepted
and reasons
Public Meeting
Broad Community
On June 22, 2019 King County staff
Members of the public shared the
(Shoreline/Lake Forest
organized a community drop -in
fear immigrant communities are
Park)
opportunity at the Shoreline Library for
community members to discuss county-
wide housing needs and fair housing
needs, as well as provide public
comment on the Consolidated Plan and
Analysis for Impediments.
feeling to join public meetings, and
a need for more outreach to
immigrant communities. Concerned
about availability of housing stock,
and impact of tech companies
expanding campuses. Community
needs more: rental assistance to
help keep housing, low income
apartment stock, resources on what
to do when you are experiencing
discrimination and better
responsiveness to reported
discrimination.
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Citizen Participation Outreach
Mode of Outreach
Target of Outreach
Summary of
Summary of
Summary of comm
response/attendance
comments received
ents not accepted
and reasons
Public Meeting
Broad Community
On June 29, 2019 King County staff
Members of the public shared their
(Tukwila)
organized a community drop -in
opportunity at the Tukwila Library for
community members to discuss county-
wide housing needs and fair housing
needs, as well as provide public
comment on the Consolidated Plan and
Analysis for Impediments.
concern regarding impact of
evictions, and how it is being
misused. Concerned about the
growing number of homeless
women and homeless vets.
Additionally, how affordability is
impacting ability to stay in their
preferred neighborhoods.
Community needs more: help with
planning around credit scores,
education, financial planning, and
new, accessible homes at
affordable prices.
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Citizen Participation Outreach
Mode of Outreach
Target of Outreach
Summary of
Summary of
Summary of comm
response/attendance
comments received
ents not accepted
and reasons
Stakeholder Meeting
Partners/Stakeholders
On July 9, 2019 King County staff
organized a community drop -in
opportunity for partners and
stakeholders to discuss county -wide
housing needs and fair housing needs, as
well as provide public comment on the
Consolidated Plan and Analysis for
Partners shared their concern that
there are not adequate resources
for behavioral health needs, aging
in place, or access to adult care
homes. Additional concerns
included unhealthy housing.
None
Impediments.
Partners shared that the county
needs more long-term medical
needs, more education for
landlords, long-term subsidized
housing, private landlord/rental
repair, and more fair housing
testing and enforcement
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Table 4 — Citizen Participation Outreach
Survey Feedback
The following survey was posted to the DCHS website at the start of the public comment
period, and will be available for members of the public to take in English, Somali, Spanish or
Vietnamese through the extended comment period, ending on July 26, 2019. It can be
accessed here: www.kingcounty.gov/hcdreports.
The survey asks each participant 21 questions. The first eight questions reflect demographic
information to get additional information on the participant and any protected class status
their household might represent. The subsequent 13 questions focus on a participant's
specific experience with housing in King County.
1. What is your zip code? c. Other (please specify)
2. Please select the race/ethnicity terms with which
you identify (check all that apply). 8. How many children live in your home?
a. American Indian or Alaska Native a. 0
b. Asian or Asian American b. 1-2
c. Black or African American c. 3-4
d. Hispanic or Latino d. 5 or more
e. Native Hawaiian or other Pacific
Islander 9. What do you like and dislike about the available
f. White or Caucasian housing to rent or buy in your community?
g. Prefer not to answer
3. Please select your age range.
a. Under 18
b. 18-24
c. 25-34
d. 35-44
e. 45-54
f. 55-64
g. 65+
h. Prefer not to answer
4. Which gender best describes you?
a. Female
b. Male
c. Transgender
d. Prefer not to answer
e. Other (Please specify)
5. Do you identify as a member of the Lesbian, Gay,
Bisexual, Transgender, Queer (LGBTQ)
community?
a. Yes
b. No
c. Prefer not to answer
d. Other (Please specify)
6. What is the primary language you speak at
home?
7. Do you or anyone in your household have a
disability?
a. Yes
b. No
10. Are you able to live in the community of your
choice?
a. Yes
b. No
c. If not, why not?
11. When was the last time you moved?
a. I am about to move/recently moved
b. 1-6 months
c. 6-12 months
d. 1-2 years
e. 3-4 years
f. 5-10 years
g. 10+
h. Other (please specify)
12. Tell us about your most recent or upcoming
move. Why did you move? Do you think you will
have to move again in the future? If so, why?
13. Have you before or are you currently
experiencing housing insecurity?
14. Have you had trouble securing housing? If so,
why? (Check all that apply)
a. High cost of housing
b. Tenant screening, such as background
checks, credit history
c. Difficulty finding housing with enough
bedrooms
d. Trouble paying first and last month's
rent and security deposit
e. Discrimination by potential landlords
f. This does not apply to me. I am able to
find and secure housing in the
community of my choice.
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15. If you were to experience discrimination, would
you know where to get help?
16. If you are renting, are you paying more than 30%
of your income in rent?
a. Yes
b. No
c. I do not rent housing in Washington
State,
17. If you are renting, does homeownership feel
attainable?
a. Yes
b. No
c. I do not rent housing in Washington
State.
d. Additional Comments below:
18. If you are a homeowner, do you anticipate, or
currently have, one or more repairs to your home
that you cannot afford to make to keep it in safe
and livable conditions (for example: a roof
repair)?
a. I am not a homeowner in Washington
State.
b. Yes
c. No
19. What are the characteristics of a neighborhood
you prefer to live in?
20. What kind of features does your community need
to thrive?
a. Usable parks and playgrounds
b. Safe walkways
c. Traffic calming features
d. Upgraded sewer/sanitation/water
supply
e. Community Center/Gathering Space
upgrades
f Other (please specify)
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C. Stakeholder Interview Feedback
[This information will be sum arized and inserted at the end of the comment period.]
D, Submitted Feedback in Other Forms
No additional feedback in other forms have been submitted at this time. No comments have been
unaccepted.
E, Continued Engagement Over 2020-2024
Annual progress report updates will be provided to mark progress to meeting the goals of
the plan.
Describe cooperation and coordination with other public entities, including the State and any
adjacent units of general local government, in the implementation of the Consolidated Plan
(91.215(1))
King County consulted with many public entities and including member jurisdictions of the
Consortium during the development and review of the Consolidated Plan. Additional
consultation included Seattle -King County Public Health, the King County Behavioral Health and
Recovery Division and Developmental Disabilities Division, the City of Seattle, and the
Washington State Department of Social and Health Services to ensure funding policy alignment
and coordination of resources.
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Needs Assessr
NA-05 Overview
Needs Assessment Overview
This Needs Assessment provides information regarding the demographic and economic
characteristics of persons and households in King County, as well as the local housing stock and
its ability to serve the needs of County residents. Data used for this Needs Assessment is
primarily HUD CHAS data based on the 2011-2015 American Community Survey (ACS).
King County partners with King County cities except for Seattle and Milton through the CDBG,
ESG, and HOME Consortia, to allocate and administer these formula grants. This plan guides the
investment of approximately $8,500,000 in these federal funds. The County also participates
with cities, including Seattle (excepting Milton), in the administration and allocation of Regional
Affordable Housing Program (RAHP) funds. In addition, the County participates with all cities in
the Growth Management Planning Council (GMPC) to address housing affordability and
planning. The GPMC's Affordable Housing Committee kicks off in Summer 2019, establishing a
regional advisory body with the goal of recommending action and assessing progress toward
implementation of the Regional Affordable Housing Task Force Five -Year Action Plan. The
Committee functions as a point of coordination and accountability for affordable housing
efforts across King County. Two subarea collaborations, ARCH (Eastside) and SKHHP (South King
County), create venues for local jurisdictions to collaboratively plan for and guide affordable
housing investments in their areas of the county.
Consolidated Plan Definitions:
Affordable Housing: Housing affordable at 30 percent or less of a household's monthly income.
Area Median Income (AMI): Annual household income for the Seattle -Bellevue, WA Metro Area
as published on approximately an annual basis by HUD.
HUD Area Median Family Income (HAMFI): This is the median family income calculated by HUD
to determine Fair Market Rents and income limits for HUD programs.
Extremely low-income households: Households earning 30 percent AMI or less for their
household size. In 2018, a two -person household in King County with an income at 30 percent
AMI earned $25,700 per year or less.
Low-income households: Households earning 31 percent to 50 percent AMI for their household
size. In 2018, a two -person household in King County with an income at 50 percent AMI earned
$42,800 per year.
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Moderate -income households: Households earning 51 percent to 80 percent AMI for their
household size. In 2018, a two -person household in King County with an income at 80 percent
AMI earned $64,200 per year.
Middle -income households: Households earning 81 percent to 120 percent AMI for their
household size. In 2018, a two -person middle —income household in King County at 100 percent
AMI earned $80,250 per year.
This Consolidated Plan is produced by the King County Department of Community and Human
Services in collaboration with Consortium partners, stakeholders, and with broad participation
from across the County.
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NA-10 Housing Needs Assessment - 24 CFR 91.405, 24 CFR 91.205 (a,b,c)
Summary of Housing Needs
The King County Consortium includes 37cities and unincorporated King County. The population in King County, including Seattle, has
grown 26.80% since 2000.
Demographics
Base Year: 2000
2019
% Change
King County net of Seattle
Population
1,173,670
1,488,208
26.80%
Households
452,417
536,227
18.52%
Median Income
$53,157
$83,571
57.22%
Table 5 - Housing Needs Assessment Demographics
2000 Census (Base Year)
2017 ACS
0-30%
HAMFI
>30-50%
HAMFI
>50-80%
HAMFI
>80-100%
HAMFI
>100%
HAMFI
Total Households *
67,685
60,530
63,430
50,915
280,450
Small Family Households *
22,155
21,810
24,015
21,745
159,975
Large Family Households *
4,995
5,439
5,550
4,350
21,765
Household contains at least one person 62-74 years of age
11,735
12,115
13,000
10,410
50,055
Household contains at least one -person age 75 or older
11,095
10,230
8,080
5,185
14,055
Households with one or more children 6 years old or
younger
13,310
11,475
10,110
7,950
46,725
Table 6 - Total Households Table
Data Source: 2011-2015 CHAS
There are 523,010 households in King County, outside of the City of Seattle. Thirteen percent of these households have income at or
below 30 percent of Area Median Income. The largest group is small family households. The following map shows household median
income across the County by census tract.
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most.
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Housing Needs Summary Tables
The following tables indicate households with housing problems as defined by HUD. The four housing problems identified by HUD
are listed and defined below.
1. Substandard housing lacks complete plumbing.
2. Substandard housing lacks complete kitchen facilities.
3. Overcrowded is defined as more than one person, but fewer than 1.5 persons per bedroom.
• Severely overcrowded is defined as more than 1.5 persons per bedroom.
4. Cost burdened is defined as paying more than 30 percent of income for housing.
• Severely cost burdened is defined as paying more than 50 percent of income for housing.
1. Housing Problems (Households with one of the listed problems)
Renter
Owner
0-30%
AMI
>30-50%
AMI
>50-80%
AMI
>80-
100%
AMI
Total
0-30%
AMI
>30-50%
AMI
>50-80%
AMI
>80-100%
AMI
Total
NUMBER OF HOUSEHOLDS
Substandard Housing -
Lacking complete
plumbing or kitchen
facilities
1,425
930
480
260
3,725
270
120
230
105
1,200
Severely Overcrowded
- With >1.51 people
per room (and
complete kitchen and
plumbing)
1,385
1,055
385
340
3,765
155
100
205
95
920
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Renter
Owner
0-30%
AMI
>30-50%
AMI
>50-80%
AMI
>80-
100%
AMI
Total
0-30%
AMI
>30-50%
AMI
>50-80%
AMI
>80-100%
AMI
Total
Overcrowded - With
1.01-1.5 people per
room (and none of
the above problems)
2,590
2,235
1,340
860
8,510
530
660
835
500
3,985
Housing cost burden
greater than 50% of
income (and none of
the above problems)
26,475
7,560
980
245
35,465
13,835
9,790
6,645
2,645
35,800
Housing cost burden
greater than 30% of
income (and none of
the above problems)
5,845
15,750
11,425
4,195
39,615
3,040
7,215
11,170
10,585
55,780
Zero/negative Income
(and none of the
above problems)
2,570
0
0
0
2,570
1,685
0
0
0
1,685
Data Source:
2011-2015 CHAS
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2. Housing Problems 2 (Households with one or more Severe Housing Problems: Lacks kitchen or complete plumbing, severe
overcrowding, severe cost burden)
Renter
Owner
0-30%
AMI
>30-50%
AMI
>50-80%
AMI
>80-100%
AMI
Total
0-30%
AMI
>30-50%
AMI
>50-80% AMI
>80-100%
AMI
Total
NUMBER OF HOUSEHOLDS
Having 1 or
more of four
housing
problems
37,720
27,525
4,600
5,900
91,080
17,829
17,880
19,080
13,925
97,690
Having none
of four
housing
problems
5,605
5,630
14,832
14,245
95,560
2,285
9,495
14,925
16,850
234,435
Household has
negative
income, but
none of the
other housing
problems
2,570
0
0
0
2,570
1,685
0
0
0
1,685
Data Source:
3. Cost Burden > 30%
2011-2015 CHAS
Table 8 - Housing Problems 2
Renter
Owner
0-30% AMI
>30-50% AMI
>50-80% AMI
Total
0-30% AMI
>30-50% AMI
>50-80% AMI
Total
NUMBER OF HOUSEHOLDS
Small
Related
14,175
11,020
5,255
30,450
4,965
5,620
7,860
18,445
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Renter
Owner
0-30% AMI
>30-50% AMI
>50-80% AMI
Total
0-30% AMI
>30-50% AMI
>50-80% AMI
Total
Large
Related
3,335
2,145
810
6,290
370
1,790
2,060
4,220
Elderly
8,300
4,310
2,160
14,770
7,845
7,410
5,125
20,380
Other
11,280
8,335
4,875
24,490
3,750
2,650
3,270
9,670
Total need
by income
37,090
25,810
13,100
76,000
16,930
17,470
18,315
52,715
Data Source: 2011-2015 CHAS
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This table shows the number of households who are severely cost burdened by renter and homeowner.
Renter
Owner
0-30% AMI
>30-50% AMI
>50-80% AMI
Total
0-30% AMI
>30-50% AMI
>50-80% AMI
Total
NUMBER OF HOUSEHOLDS
Small
Related
11,310
2,605
215
14,130
4,270
3,780
3,070
11,120
Large
Related
2,615
340
45
3,000
220
975
330
1,525
Elderly
6,195
2.210
525
8,939
5,895
3,540
2,020
11,455
Other
9,795
2,860
320
12,975
3,395
1,655
1,280
6,330
Total need
by income
29,915
8,015
1,105
39,035
13,780
9,950
6,700
30,430
Table 10 - Cost Burden > 50%
Data Source: 2011-2015 CHAS
5. Crowding (More than one person per room)
Renter
Owner
0-30% AMI
>30-50% AMI
>50-80% AMI
>80-100%
AMI
Total
0-30%
AMI
>30-50%
AMI
>50-80%
AMI
>80-100%
AMI
Total
NUMBER OF HOUSEHOLDS
Single family
households
3,550
2,560
1,385
990
8,485
575
550
755
440
2,320
Multiple,
unrelated
family
households
335
525
280
105
1,245
120
200
300
191
811
Other, non
family
households
150
75
99
49
373
0
4
0
15
19
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Renter
Owner
0-30% AMI
>30-50% AMI
>50-80% AMI
>80-100%
AMI
Total
0-30%
AMI
>30-50%
AMI
>50-80%
AMI
>80-100%
AMI
Total
Total need by
income
3,913
1,776
2,041
791
8,521
265
474
741
516
1,996
Data source:
2011-2015 CHAS
Table 11— Crowding Information -
Renter
Owner
0-30%
HAMFI
>30-50%
HAMFI
>50-80%
HAMFI
Total
0-30%
HAMFI
>30-50%
HAMFI
>50-80%
HAMFI
Total
Households with Children
Present
11,155
8,80
5,845
65,545
2,155
3,095
4,265
49,895
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Describe the number and type of single person households in need of housing assistance.
There are approximately 132,000 single person households in King County, net of Seattle. Approximately 64,700 of these households
are renters. By conservative estimate, 26,527 of these single person households are low -to moderate -income and need housing
assistance. Many of single person households are senior and elderly. The Age Friendly Housing4 report identifies the increasing
percentage of the population who will be over the age of 62 and the associated growing need for affordable housing.
Estimate the number and type of families in need of housing assistance who are disabled or victims of domestic violence, dating
violence, sexual assault and stalking.
The local Area Agency on Aging and Disability Services estimates that 23 percent of residents in King County live with a disability,
including limited mobility, hearing loss, low vision and cognitive challenges. Estimating the number of families in need of housing
assistance who are victims of domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault and stalking is not an exact science, partially due to
the under -reporting of these crimes. We know that half of families experiencing homelessness report incidences of domestic
violence. The link to Aging and Disability Services of Seattle and King County is below.
https://www.agingkingcounty.org/
What are the most common housing problems?
The shortage of affordable housing is the major housing problem in King County. The most common housing problem is cost burden.
Approximately of 38,000 renter households (King County net of Seattle) with incomes at or below 50% AMI are severely cost
burdened. Most renter households that are cost burdened have incomes at or below 30 percent AMI. More than half of the total
households with incomes at or below 50 percent AMI are cost burdened. The below chart shows that the supply of deeply
affordable rental units (affordable to <50% AMI) has diminished on a relative scale by seventeen percentage points since 2007.
4 https://www.agingkingcounty.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/185/2018/02/MovingTowardAgeFriendlyHousingInKingCounty.pdf
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Supply of Affordable Rental Units King County & Seattle (Number of units in
thousands)
298
305
327
341
350
356
359
360
357
2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015
381
2016
>80%AMI
50-80%AMI
0-50%AMI
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Climate Change and Housing
Climate impacts lower income households in profound ways. King County has a detailed emergency response system for all people,
with a particular emphasis on serving and re -housing lower income households after a weather emergency. The King County
Strategic Climate Action Plans is a five-year blueprint for County action to confront climate change, integrating climate change into
all areas of operations and work in the community.
Are any populations/household types more affected than others by these problems?
Single person households are the most likely to be cost burdened. Seniors make up the majority of single person households and
seventy-seven percent of senior renters live by themselves. The senior population will grow significantly in the coming decade with
an addition of over 200,000 seniors -doubling the current senior population in the next ten years. One of the most affordable options
for housing, including for seniors are in manufactured housing communities. Manufactured housing communities are at risk for
purchase and redevelopment by real estate investment trusts if they do not have protective covenants in place. This puts highly
vulnerable populations at risk of displacement with few, if any, available affordable replacement housing options.
Describe the characteristics and needs of Low-income individuals and families with children (especially extremely low-income)
who are currently housed but are at imminent risk of either residing in shelters or becoming unsheltered 91.205(c)/91.305(c)).
Also discuss the needs of formerly homeless families and individuals who are receiving rapid re -housing assistance and are
nearing the termination of that assistance.
Families with children may have a variety of circumstances that put them at imminent risk of homelessness. During the recent
period when King County operated the Landlord Liaison Project program managers reported that the most commonly cited reasons
for low income individuals and families losing their housing was a financial setback and a lack of financial resources to bridge the
gap. Families that are low-income and experience a significant change or challenge such as job loss or a member with a major
5 https://www.kingcounty.gov/services/environment/climate/actions-strategies/climate-strategies/strategic-climate-action-plan.aspx
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medical condition were frequently unable to pay their monthly housing expenses. When lost, it was more difficult to secure
replacement housing due to income and credit issues, criminal background, or lack of money to pay move -in fees.
Formerly homeless individuals and families receiving rapid re -housing have a limited time period to obtain employment. Rapid re-
housing assistance is short term, and additional assistance is available on a case by case basis for households needing more time for
the transition to paying all their housing costs. Rapid re -housing services are paired with employment navigators to assist people
with securing a living wage job and increasing their income
If a jurisdiction provides estimates of the at -risk population(s), it should also include a description of the operational definition of
the at -risk group and the methodology used to generate the estimates:
Imminent Risk of Homelessness - The CoC and the Consortium use the term Imminent Risk of Homelessness for identifying
circumstances where people may become homeless. This is defined as an individual or family who will imminently lose their primary
nighttime residence, provided that:
• Residence will be lost in 14 days of the date of application for homeless assistance;
• No subsequent residence has been identified; and
• The individual or family lacks the resources or supporting networks needed to obtain other permanent housing.
Specify particular housing characteristics that have been linked with instability and an increased risk of homelessness.
As noted in the PR-10 Consultation, the CoC uses the term Imminent Risk of Homelessness. There may be some housing
characteristics linked to instability and increased risk of homelessness including mental health or substance abuse issues, extreme
housing cost burden in households earning at or below 50% of AMI, difficulty in maintaining tenancy or securing a rental unit due to
barriers such as a history of eviction, criminal justice involvement, or a lack of documentable income. Nationwide research in the All
Home Strategic Plan identifies four areas of risk associated with higher rates of homelessness: 1) rising rents -each $100 rent increase
is associated with a 15% increase in homelessness in metro areas; 2) areas with high poverty and unemployment rates; 3) areas with
more single person households; and 4) areas with more recently moved people.
NA-15 Disproportionately Greater Need: Housing Problems - 91.405, 91.205 (b)(2)
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Assess the need of any racial or ethnic group that has disproportionately greater need in comparison to the needs of that
category of need as a whole.
Disproportionality is defined as when the members of a racial or ethnic group experience a housing problem at a greater rate (10
percent or more) than their relative proportion as whole. In King County, People of Color, particularly Alaska Natives and Native
Americans experience disproportionate rates of housing cost burden and homelessness
Introduction
The chart on the following page shows renters and the percentage of different ethnic and racial groups that are cost burdened in
King County, including the City of Seattle.:
Race/Ethnicity
Percent Severely Housing Cost Burdened
Black
29%
Some other Race
26%
Hispanic or Latinx
24%
Native American
22%
Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander
22%
White
18%
Asian
18%
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The following HUD tables show the four housing problems as defined by HUD, for the jurisdiction as a whole and by race and
ethnicity.
0%-30% of Area Median Income
The following table shows the number of households at 0-30 percent AMI with one or more of the four housing problems.
Housing Problems
Has one or more of four
housing problems
Has none of the four housing
problems
Household has no/negative
income, but none of the
other housing problems
Jurisdiction as a whole
55,540
7,890
4,255
White
30,940
5,105
2,185
Black / African American
6,670
665
375
Asian
6,345
1,040
1,140
American Indian, Alaska Native
445
115
34
Pacific Islander
580
10
8
Hispanic
8,185
660
335
Table 13 - Disproportionally Greater Need 0 - 30% AMI
Data Source:
2011-2015 CHAS
30%-50% of Area Median Income
The following table shows the number of households at 30-50 percent AMI with one or more of the four housing problems.
Housing Problems
Has one or more of four
housing problems
Has none of the four housing
problems
Household has no/negative
income, but none of the
other housing problems
Jurisdiction as a whole
45,405
15,125
0
White
26,735
10,480
0
Black / African American
4,305
515
0
Asian
5,405
1,610
0
American Indian, Alaska Native
446
2225
0
Pacific Islander
640
165
0
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Housing Problems
Has one or more of four
housing problems
Has none of the four housing
problems
Household has no/negative
income, but none of the
other housing problems
Hispanic
6
550
1,815
Table 14 - Disproportionally Greater Need 30 - 50% AMI
Data Source: 2011-2015 CHAS
50%-80% of Area Median Income
The following table shows the number of households at 50-80 percent AMI with one or more of the four housing problems.
Housing Problems
Has one or more of four
housing problems
Has none of the four
housing problems
Household has
no/negative income, but
none of the other housing
problems
Jurisdiction as a whole
33,680
29,755
0
White
22,515
21,210
0
Black / African American
2,265
1,870
0
Asian
4,290
2,505
0
American Indian, Alaska Native
80
305
0
Pacific Islander
195
240
0
Hispanic
3,645
2,800
0
Data Source:
2011-2015 CHAS
Table 15 - Disproportionally Greater Need 50 - 80% AMI
80%-100% of Area Median Income
The following table shows the number of households at 80-100 percent AMI with one or more of the four housing problems.
Housing Problems
Has one or more of four
housing problems
Has none of the four
housing problems
Household has
no/negative income, but
none of the other housing
problems
Jurisdiction as a whole
19,825
31,095
0
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Housing Problems
Has one or more of four
housing problems
Has none of the four
housing problems
Household has
no/negative income, but
none of the other housing
problems
White
13,610
21,420
0
Black / African American
1,020
2,350
0
Asian
2,745
3,615
0
American Indian, Alaska Native
64
205
0
Pacific Islander
225
115
0
Hispanic
1,435
2,440
0
Data Source:
Table 16 - Disproportionally Greater Need 80 - 100% AMI
2011-2015 CHAS
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NA-20 Disproportionately Greater Need: Severe Housing Problems - 91.405, 91.205 (b)(2)
Assess the need of any racial or ethnic group that has disproportionately greater need in comparison to the needs of that category as a whole.
Disproportionately is defined as a greater than 10% for a given measure, as compared to the population as a whole.
Introduction
0%-30% of Area Median Income
Severe Housing Problems*
Has one or more of four
housing problems
Has none of the four
housing problems
Household has
no/negative income, but
none of the other housing
problems
Jurisdiction as a whole
46,655
16,775
4,255
White
25,390
10,660
2,185
Black / African American
5,670
1,660
375
Asian
5,500
1,885
1,140
American Indian, Alaska Native
400
165
34
Pacific Islander
520
70
8
Hispanic
6,995
1,850
335
Table 17 — Severe Housing Problems 0 - 30% AMI
Data Source:
2011S-2015 CHAS
30%-50% of Area Median Income
Severe Housing Problems*
Has one or more of four
housing problems
Has none of the four
housing problems
Household has
no/negative income, but
none of the other housing
problems
Jurisdiction as a whole
11,245
16,810
0
White
6,120
9,950
0
Black / African American
550
1,050
0
Asian
1,670
2,715
0
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Severe Housing Problems*
Has one or more of four
housing problems
Has none of the four
housing problems
Household has
no/negative income, but
none of the other housing
problems
American Indian, Alaska Native
95
340
0
Pacific Islander
275
470
0
Hispanic
2,485
3,430
0
Table 18 — Severe Housing Problems 30 - 50% AMI
Data Source:
2011-2015 CHAS
50%-80% of Area Median Income
Severe Housing Problems*
Has one or more of four
housing problems
Has none of the four housing
problems
Household has no/negative
income, but none of the
other housing problems
Jurisdiction as a whole
11,085
52,350
0
White
7,070
36,655
0
Black / African American
500
3,635
0
Asian
1,815
4,980
0
American Indian, Alaska Native
15
375
0
Pacific Islander
145
290
0
Hispanic
1,375
5,070
0
Data Source:
Table 19 — Severe Housing Problems 50 - 80% AMI
2011-2015 CHAS
80%-100% of Area Median Income
Severe Housing Problems*
Has one or more of four
housing problems
Has none of the four housing
problems
Household has no/negative
income, but none of the
other housing problems
Jurisdiction as a whole
5,050
45,875
0
White
3,005
32,030
0
Black / African American
290
3,085
0
Asian
982
5,176
0
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Severe Housing Problems*
Has one or more of four
housing problems
Has none of the four housing
problems
Household has no/negative
income, but none of the
other housing problems
American Indian, Alaska Native
4
265
0
Pacific Islander
90
245
0
Hispanic
610
3,265
0
Data Source:
2011-2015 CHAS
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NA-25 Disproportionately Greater Need: Housing Cost Burdens - 91.405, 91.205 (b)(2)
Assess the need of any racial or ethnic group that has disproportionately greater need in comparison to the needs of that category of need as a
whole.
Introduction
Housing Cost Burden
Housing Cost Burden
<=30%
30-50%
>50%
No / negative income (not
computed)
Jurisdiction as a whole
341,655
100,771
76,105
4,492
White
246,470
66,295
47,225
2,230
Black / African American
13,125
7,385
7,165
420
Asian
49,190
12,345
9,795
1,260
American Indian, Alaska Native
1,925
570
480
34
Pacific Islander
1,805
786
585
8
Hispanic
19,985
10,425
8,040
365
Data Source:
2011-2015 CHAS
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NA-30 Disproportionately Greater Need: Discussion - 91.205 (b)(2)
Are there any Income categories in which a racial or ethnic group has disproportionately greater need than the needs of that
income category as a whole?
Nearly all racial and ethnic populations other than White have disproportionally greater housing needs as measured by housing
problems, severe housing problems, and particularly, housing cost burden.
If they have needs not identified above, what are those needs?
Through ongoing community input, public and stakeholder meetings, other planning processes such as the Regional Affordable
Housing Task Force, One Table, and the ongoing work to develop a new governance for the work around homelessness, a deep and
thoughtful effort was made to identify needs in this plan. Needs for racial or ethnic groups with disproportionate needs include:
more large family units, efforts to protect community members and small businesses from displacement and ensuring affordable
housing projects are consistent with all three major Consolidated Plan goals. In addition, King County is currently updating its
Analysis of Impediments to Fair Housing Choice. Through that process, it will conduct a more thorough analysis of barriers to
accessing housing faced by protected class groups.
Are any of those racial or ethnic groups located in specific areas or neighborhoods in your community?
Disproportionately greater need exists in the South King County areas. As housing costs rise in Seattle, more low-income families of
color are moving to communities south of Seattle where there is more affordable housing and larger units for families to rent. The
Skyway area in Unincorporated King County is one community of special concern for risk of displacement due to rising housing costs.
Affordable housing and access to transit are elements that factor into health and well-being, and King County and Consortium
members continue identifying Communities of Opportunity for targeted investments to improve health and well-being outcomes.
However, as transportation and economic investments increase, these communities become more attractive to potential renters
and home owners, increasing housing costs and putting existing community members at risk of displacement.
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NA-35 Public Housing - 91.405, 91.205 (b)
Introduction
Totals in Use
Program Type
Certificate
Mod-
Rehab
Public
Housing
Vouchers
Total
Project -
based
Tenant -
based
Special Purpose Voucher
Veterans
Affairs
Supportive
Housing
Family
Unification
Program
Disabled
*
# of units vouchers in use
0
0
2,647
10,912
984
9,927
0
0
0
Table 22 - Public Housing by Program Type
*Includes Non -Elderly Disabled, Mainstream One -Year, Mainstream Five-year, and Nursing Home Transition
Data Source: PIC (PIH Information Center)
Characteristics of Residents
Program Type
Certificate
Mod-
Rehab
Public
Housing
Vouchers
Total
Project -
based
Tenant -
based
Special Purpose Voucher
Veterans
Affairs
Supportive
Housing
Family
Unification
Program
# Homeless at admission
0
0
0
3
2
1
0
0
# of Elderly Program Participants
(>62)
0
0
1,113
1,941
180
1,761
0
0
# of Disabled Families
0
0
718
3,798
177
3,620
0
0
# of Families requesting
accessibility features
0
0
2,647
10,912
984
9,927
0
0
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Program Type
Certificate
Mod-
Rehab
Public
Housing
Vouchers
Total
Project -
based
Tenant -
based
Special Purpose Voucher
Veterans
Affairs
Supportive
Housing
Family
Unification
Program
# of HIV/AIDS program
participants
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
# of DV victims
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
Table 23 — Characteristics of Public Housing Residents by Program Type
Data Source: PIC (PIH Information Center)
Race of Residents
Program Type
Race
Certificate
Mod-
Rehab
Public
Housing
Vouchers
Total
Project -
based
Tenant -
based
Special Purpose Voucher
Veterans
Affairs
Supportive
Housing
Family
Unification
Program
Disabled
*
White
0
0
1,601
5,457
537
4,920
0
0
0
Black/African American
0
0
585
4,337
254
4,082
0
0
0
Asian
0
0
396
682
161
521
0
0
0
American Indian/Alaska
Native
0
0
44
194
16
178
0
0
0
Pacific Islander
0
0
21
229
16
213
0
0
0
Other
0
0
0
13
0
13
0
0
0
*includes Non -Elderly Disabled, Mainstream One -Year, Mainstream Five-year, and Nursing Home Transition
Table 24 — Race of Public Housing Residents by Program Type
Data Source: PIC (PIH Information Center)
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Ethnicity of Residents
Program Type
Ethnicity
Certificate
Mod-
Rehab
Public
Housing
Vouchers
Total
Project -
based
Tenant -
based
Special Purpose Voucher
Veterans
Affairs
Supportive
Housing
Family
Unification
Program
Disabled
*
Hispanic
0
0
117
552
82
470
0
0
0
Not Hispanic
0
0
2,530
10,347
902
9,444
0
0
0
*includes Non -Elderly Disabled, Mainstream One -Year, Mainstream Five-year, and Nursing Home Transition
Table 25 — Ethnicity of Public Housing Residents by Program Type
Data Source: PIC (PIN Information Center)
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Section 504 Needs Assessment: Describe the needs of public housing tenants and applicants
on the waiting list for accessible units:
The housing authorities do not maintain a separate waiting list for accessible units, however,
the needs of tenants and applicants for accessible units are similar to the needs of the other
applicants on the waiting list. KCHA and RHA are in compliance with Section 504 of the
Rehabilitation Act. Unit conversions completed at targeted developments will ensure that at
least five percent of the public housing inventory is fully accessible to persons with disabilities.
What are the number and type of families on the waiting lists for public housing and section 8
tenant -based rental assistance? Based on the information above, and any other information
available to the jurisdiction, what are the most immediate needs of residents of public
housing and Housing Choice voucher holders?
There is a high need for more project -based Section 8 units and housing choice (tenant held)
vouchers. The needs of public housing residents and voucher holders are reflected in the
KCHA's strategic plan and focus on broad themes: expanding and preserving the region's supply
of affordable housing, promoting housing choice, and increasing self-sufficiency.
King County has four Public Housing Authorities. The two addressed in this plan are the King
County Housing Authority (KCHA) and the Renton Housing Authority (RHA). The other two
housing authorities are the Seattle Housing Authority and the Muckleshoot Housing Authority,
and they report through the Seattle Consolidated Plan and through HUD Tribal Designated
Housing Entities respectively. The combined Section 8 waiting list for KCHA and Renton Housing
Authority is 4,565 households.
KCHA uses the flexibility of the Moving to Work (MTW) demonstration program to develop
innovative solutions for housing and serving people and families with children who are the
most at risk of homelessness. They increased self-sufficiency with place -based initiatives in
partnership with local school districts Kent, Highline and Bellevue. KCHA place -based
educational initiatives involve parents, children, schools and partner agencies pursuing the
common goal of starting early to help children succeed in school. This fosters school stability
which supports school success.
How do these needs compare to the housing needs of the population at large?
The housing authorities serve more vulnerable populations in our community, compared to the
population at large. The households served are more likely to suffer a chronic disease, be
disabled, be very low income, be unemployed, and have lower income.
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NA-40 Homeless Needs Assessment - 91.405, 91.205 (c)
Introduction:
Information for the homeless needs assessment came from three sources; 1) 2018 Point -in -
Time Count, conducted on the morning of January 24, 2018; 2) Safe Harbors-HMIS system for
the local Continuum of Care; and 3) the All Home Strategic Plan. The 2019 homeless count was
lower than the 2018 count. A listing of projects for permanent supportive housing, emergency
shelters, transitional housing is in the Market Analysis 30 section of this plan.
If data is not available for the categories "number of persons becoming and exiting
homelessness each year," and "number of days that persons experience homelessness,"
describe these categories for each homeless population type (including chronically homeless
individuals and families, families with children, veterans and their families, and
unaccompanied youth):
The following table reflects data collected in the 2018 Point i'n Time Count and from the 2018
HMIS report.
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Population
Estimate of persons
experiencing homelessness on
a given night
Estimate the #
experiencing
homelessness
each year
Estimate the #
becoming
homeless
each year
Estimate the #
exiting
homelessness each
year
Estimate the # of days
persons experience
homelessness
Sheltered
Unsheltered
Persons in Households with
Adults and Children
2,545
79
2,806
1,780
1,894 ,
348
Persons in Households with
Only Children
38
138
183
172
160
70
Persons in Households with
Only Adults
10,438
9,758
416
Chronically Homeless
Individuals
999
2,446
6,342
3,170
540
Chronically Homeless
Families
3"1
76
349
184
169
408
Veterans
397
524
2,072
1,168
1,891
348
Persons with HIV
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
1,658
Table 26 - Homeless Needs Assessment
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Nature and Extent of Homelessness:
Race:
Sheltered:
White
2,481
Black or African American
2,205
Asian
160
American Indian or Alaska Native
159
Pacific Islander
208
Ethnicity:
Sheltered:
Hispanic
796
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Estimate the number and type of families in need of housing assistance for families with
children and the families of veterans.
Families experiencing homelessness have extremely low incomes. Most families experiencing
homelessness are not homeless long-term. Local data indicate approximately 70 percent of
families experiencing homelessness reported that this was their only episode of homelessness
in the past three years. Compared with single individuals experiencing homelessness, adult
members of homeless families are much less likely to have mental health and substance abuse
problems, are more likely to have completed high school, more likely to have recently worked,
and more likely to have regular contact with members of their social network.
• Local data show that people of color are overrepresented in the homeless family
population served in shelters.
• Around one third are young parents (age 25 or under) and around half of those are
between 18-21 years old.
• Domestic violence is common cause of homelessness for young families. The effects of
trauma in the home severely impacts every aspect of stability for both children and
parents.
• Refugee and immigrant families are being seen in increasing numbers. They have many
issues that affect their housing stability, including limited English proficiency, lack of
documentation income, and medical issues.
Formerly homeless families receiving rapid re -housing (RRH) and nearing program exit exhibit
the following needs; they are extremely low incomes and moderately to severely cost
burdened. In many cases, these families struggle with behavioral health needs that impact their
housing and family stability. As our homeless system is encouraged to focus more on RRH and
housing first, and housing -focused strategies, we will rely more and more on mainstream
services for other family stability. needs.
Describe the Nature and Extent of Homelessness by Racial and Ethnic Group.
Homelessness disproportionately impacts people of color. Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islanders
are three times more likely to be homeless. African Americans are six times more likely to be
homeless. Native Americans/Alaska Natives are seven times more likely to be homeless.
Describe the Nature and Extent of Unsheltered and Sheltered Homelessness.
Count Us in 2019 found 11,199 people experiencing homelessness in King County. This
represents a slight reduction from the 12,112 people experiencing homelessness across the
region on January 2018. Of the 11,199 people experiencing homelessness, 5,971 were
sheltered and 5,228 were unsheltered.
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Discussion: Youth and Young Adults
Funding from philanthropy, local services providers and Best Starts for Kids Levy provided
support to address youth and young adult homelessness. Approximately 1,571 families and 352
unaccompanied youth were served by Youth and Family Homeless Prevention Initiative in 2018,
comprising more than 5,700 people all together and 94 percent of those assisted remained
housed and did not reappear in the homeless system. More than 60 percent of clients were
people of color, suggesting that the program is reaching those who HMIS data show are at
disproportionate risk of experiencing homelessness.
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NA-45 Non -Homeless Special Needs Assessment - 91.405, 91.205 (b,d)
Introduction
The Consortium and King County fund programs and services to assist the most vulnerable
members of our community, including programs for children, youth and young adults, seniors,
survivors of domestic violence, persons with developmental disabilities, and veterans returning
home from service. The Consortium supports and maintains vital communities, families, and
individuals. Services provided, in addition to the Housing, Homelessness and Community
Development needs specifically addressed in this plan, include the provision of employment
and education resources, the King County Veterans Program, assistance to residents with
developmental disabilities and their families and the Child Welfare Early Learning Partnership.
The Behavioral Health and Recovery Division provides direct services for crisis outreach and
investigation for involuntary commitment, mental health client services, authorizations to care,
and street -level outreach and triage for people incapacitated by alcohol or drugs.
Describe the characteristics of special needs populations in your community
In 2018 the King County Behavioral Health Organization (BHO) contracted mental health and
substance use disorder services for 65,574 unduplicated clients. Eighteen percent of the BHO
clients were children. Just under half of BHO clients are people of color. Almost one -quarter of
BHO clients were non -Medicaid.
What are the housing and supportive service needs of these populations and how are these
needs determined?
The needs for persons with special needs are determined through a network of agencies,
service providers, and parallel planning efforts targeting specific populations. Generally,
persons with special needs have lower incomes and need a housing subsidy either through a
Section 8 voucher or some form of affordable housing. The Consortium has a continuum of
supportive services, specifically available to residents who live in affordable housing. One
approach to addressing service needs, for example health care, is to co -locate housing with
health care delivery systems. Universal design principles facilitate aging in place and adapt for
changing household conformation, which is especially important for people with mobility,
sensory or cognitive special needs and seniors.
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Discuss the size and characteristics of the population with HIV/AIDS and their families within
the Eligible Metropolitan Statistical Area:
The City of Seattle is the designated Housing Opportunities for Persons With Aids (HOPWA)
grant entitlement recipient for the region. Seattle reports that in King County, the majority of
households who received housing subsidies through the HOPWA program have extremely low
incomes; nearly all have extremely low incomes (below 30% of area median income).
Discussion:
In King County, HIV and AIDS disproportionately affect African Americans and immigrants.
Public Health — Seattle & King County reports that clients living with HIV/AIDS need housing
assistance to maintain their current housing.
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NA-50 Non -Housing Community Development Needs - 91.415, 91.215 (f)NA-50
Non -Housing Community Development Needs - 91.415, 91.215 (f)
Describe the jurisdiction's need for Public Facilities and Public Improvement:
The King County Consortium annually addresses needs and priorities for public facilities and
public improvements for the following year. Guided by the Consolidated Plan, Consortium
members authorize ranking systems and types of projects such as, but not limited to: sidewalks,
sewers, parks, community facility buildings, along with evaluating economic development
needs.
During the request for proposal process, applicants submit Capital Improvement Plans and/or
Capital Needs Assessments and project proformas to indicate how the selected eligible
activities have been prioritized by the applicant members and citizens.
How were these needs determined?
King County Community Development staff coordinates with CDBG Consortium city members
through its annual consortium -wide meeting and sub -region monthly meetings. Topics focus on
the ongoing programs that the cities and nonprofit agencies administer through funding
sources sponsored by the County, Cities, and State. Coordinated contracting and shared
information brought before various city councils, help to identify emerging needs and success
of current programs. Community Development staff attend meetings convened by nonprofit
networks. One activity that helps in identifying needs in the communities is the annual pre -
application process for the CDBG Capital Non -Housing allocation, held before the official
request for proposal is released
Describe the jurisdiction's need for Public Services:
The most pressing need for public services has been identified to date are efforts to address
homelessness. Services include homelessness prevention through the Housing Stability
Program, rapid re -housing, shelters, the Housing Connector, and the Youth Family Homeless
Prevention Initiative. In the CDBG planning process, the Regular Consortium members
(excluding the Joint Agreement Cities of Burien, Kirkland, Redmond, Renton, and Shoreline)
decided to direct emergency services funds to activities serving homeless populations.
The Homeless Housing Program and human service planners in King County plays a major role
in leading the Consortium in identifying public service needs through its allocation processes
and ongoing programs.
For King County, an important strategy in pursuing Equity and Social Justice is support and
funding for Microenterprise programs in South King County. The Microenterprise programs
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have specific non-English speaking and immigrant outreach components designed to meet the
entrepreneurial needs of King County's most diverse area.
How were these needs determined?
These needs were determined through a network of meetings between human service planners
throughout King County and specifically through an annual CDBG Consortium meeting.
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Housing Market Analysis
MA-05 Overview
Housing Market Analysis Overview:
Home values have dramatically increased during the 2015-2019 Consolidated Planning cycle,
after a significant decline in prices during the recession. Current home prices exceed pre -
recession levels. The housing supply is tight, both for sale and the rental inventory, creating
high demand. This high demand continues to put upward pressure on prices. Along with a surge
in multi -family rental development and high absorption rates, the need for affordable rental
homes far outstrips the supply of affordable housing.
MA-10 Housing Market Analysis: Number of Housing Units - 91.410,
91.210(a)&(b)(2)
Introduction
All residential properties by number of units (not including Seattle)
Property Type
Number
1-unit detached structure
489,266
54.2%
1-unit attached structure
41,612
4.6%
2-4 units
53,209
5.9%
5-19 units
122,987
13.6%
20 or more units
176,238
19.5%
Mobile Home, boat, RV, van, etc.
18,795
2.1%
Total
902,107
100%
Table 27 — Residential Properties by Unit Number
Data Source: 2013-2017 ACS
Unit Size by Tenure
Owners
Renters
Number
%
Number
No bedroom
2,936
0.6%
39,621
10.9%
1 bedroom
19,408
5%
118,463
32.7%
2 bedrooms
85,264
17.5%
129,399
35.7%
3 or more bedrooms
380,946
78%
75,040
20.7%
Total
488,554
100%
190,610
99%
Table 28 — Unit Size by Tenure
Data Source: 2013-2017 ACS
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Describe the number and targeting (income level/type of family served) of units assisted with
federal, state, and local programs.
The King County Housing Finance Program has 11,800 units in the portfolio available to serve
low income and special needs populations, as of the end of 2018. More than three quarters of
these units serve households with income at or below 50 percent of area median income. To
the extent possible, projects will serve households with extremely low incomes, persons who
are homeless, and persons with disabilities. The new units added over the period of the 2020-
2024 Consolidated Plan will serve populations consistent with the priorities identified in the
Strategic Plan portion of this plan and through other ongoing planning activities such as the
Affordable Housing Committee.
Provide an assessment of units expected to be lost from the affordable housing inventory for
any reason, such as expiration of Section 8 contracts.
Preserving existing affordable housing stock and subsidized inventory is a' high, priority including
expiring Section 8 projects. As redevelopment occurs more (private market) affordable units are
lost, creating a greater risk of displacement. Manufactured Housing Communities are
particularly at risk of redevelopment and/or purchase by real estate investment groups. During
the public input work for this plan seniors; reported rapidly rising monthly costs at their
manufactured home communities. We do not estimate the number of units are at risk of
redevelopment.
Does the availability of housing units meet the needs of the population?
No, the available housing units do not meet the needs of the population. The greatest need is
for housing affordable to households with income at or below 50% of area median income.
There is also a shortage of affordable units protected by low income housing covenants which
require income qualification of residents Without income qualification mechanisms in place,
there is no guarantee that households at lower incomes will be able to occupy existing housing
affordable to them.
Describe the need for specific types of housing:
The need for additional units of housing affordable to households with incomes at or below 50
percent of AMI ranges depending upon the metrics used to determine need. In all of King
County at the 30 percent of AMI income level, there are approximately 48,000 severely cost
burdened households, while at the 30 to 50 percent AMI income level there are approximately
14,000 severely cost burdened households. Severe cost burden is defined as paying more than
half of income for housing. There is a need for more larger units to accommodate the need for
larger families and multi -generational households.
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Discussion
When discussing the need for additional affordable rental units, it's important to consider the
whole spectrum of community indicators, including opportunities for health, education,
employment, and access to transit.
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MA-15 Housing Market Analysis: Cost of Housing - 91.410, 91.210(a)
Introduction
Cost of Housing
The following table reflects the median change in home values and rents from 2000 to 2019.
Home Values and Rents
Base Year:
2000
2019
% Change
Median Home Value
279,950
616,300
120%
Median Contract Rent
819
2,575
214%
Table 29 - Cost of Housing
Data Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Services, Zillow
Rent Paid
Number
Less than $500
21,989
6.2%
$500-999
63,695
18.1%
$1,000-1,499
118,758
33.7%
$1,500-1,999
85,609
24.3%
$2,000 or more
62,657
17.8%
Total
190,590
100.0%
Table 29 - Rent Paid.
Data Source: 2013-2017 ACS
Affordable rent for households earning at or below 50'percent of AMI ranges from $463 to
$990 per month.
Housing Affordability
Units affordable to
Households earning
Renter
Owner
30% HAMFI
11,687
No Data
50% HAMFI
48,245
13,413
80% HAMFI
98,000
38,802
100% HAMFI
No Data
69,489
Total
157,932
121,704
Table 30 - Housing Affordability
Data Source: 2013-2017 CHAS
Monthly Rent
Monthly Rent ($)
Efficiency (no
bedroom)
1 Bedroom
2 Bedroom
3 Bedroom
4 Bedroom
Fair Market Rent
1,363
1,529
1,878
2,719
3,219
High HOME Rent
1,198
1,284
1,543
1,775
1,960
Low HOME Rent
936
1,003
1,203
1,391
1,552
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Data Source: HUD FMR and HOME Rents
Is there sufficient housing for households at all income levels?
There is a shortage of housing affordable to households with incomes at or below 80% AMI,
with the highest need for housing affordable to households with incomes at or below 50% AMI.
Over half of the households in this income band are rent burdened.
How is affordability of housing likely to change considering changes to home values and/or
rents?
Housing costs and rents are soaring in King County. This puts pressure on lower income
individuals and families as demand increases for affordable housing.
How do HOME rents / Fair Market Rent compare to Area Median Rent? How might this
impact your strategy to produce or preserve affordable housing?
The Consortium will charge the lesser of HOME rents or fair market rents. Contracts with HOME
Program funds, executed in the last ten years, set HOME rents at the low HOME rent level, and
this avoids conflicts with rent levels and fair market rents. For all jurisdictions in King County
the fair market rent is above a 50% AMI rent level. The King County Housing Authority has a
flexible payment standard which increases location options for households with a housing
choice (Section 8) vouche
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MA-20 Housing Market Analysis: Condition of Housing - 91.410, 91.210(a)
Introduction
Describe the jurisdiction's definition for "substandard condition" and "substandard condition
but suitable for rehabilitation:
Standard condition: A standard housing unit meets HUD Housing Quality Standards and state
and local codes. This includes complete plumbing and adequate kitchen facilities.
Substandard condition: A substandard housing unit is defined as housing that does not meeting
state and local building code; fire; health; and safety codes; presents health and safety issues to
occupants; and rehabilitation is not structurally and financially feasible.
Substandard condition but suitable for rehabilitation: The unit(s)
both structurally and financially feasible to rehabilitate.
Condition of Units
n poor condition and it is
Condition of Units
Owner -Occupied
Renter -Occupied
Number
%
Number
%
With one selected Condition
122,985 "
25.2%
83,313
43.7%
With two selected Conditions
2,462
.5%
8,246
4.3%
With three selected Conditions
132
0%
183
0.1%
With four selected Conditions
0
.03%
0
0%
No selected Conditions
362,523
74.2%
98,836
51.9%
Total
488,102
100%
190,578
100%
Table 32 - Condition of Units
Data Source: 2013-2017 ACS
Year Unit. Built
Year Unit Built
Owner -Occupied
Renter -Occupied
Number
%
Number
%
2000 or later
85,032
18%
35,164
20.9%
1980-1999
132,318
34%
74,193
29.9%
1950-1979
176,713
41%
123346
34%
Before 1950
94,491
7%
54,974
15.2%
Total
488,554
100%
362,523
99%
Table 33 — Year Unit Built
Data Source: 2013-2017 ACS
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Risk of Lead -Based Paint Hazard
Risk of Lead -Based Paint Hazard
Owner -Occupied
Renter -Occupied
Number
%
Number
Total Number of Units Built Before 1980
326,178
178,320
Housing Units build before 1980 with children present
34,700
10.6%
24,845
13.9%
Table 34 — Risk of Lead -Based Paint
Data Source: 2013-2017 ACS (Total Units) 2013-2017 ACS (Units with Children present)
Vacant Units
Information on vacant, abandoned vacant, bank owned, and abandoned bank owned property
is not readily available. The Consortium does not have an extreme problem with abandoned or
vacant units. The market for owner and rental units is strong with vacancy rates for single and
multi -family rentals at about 5 percent. This accounts for normal activities to re -rent units when
tenants move out and translates to an almost net zero vacancy rate. The ownermarket has
record low inventories of homes available for sale, and, sellers report receiving multiple offers
and buyers make decisions regarding engaging in bidding competitions with other buyers. The
vacant units present are generally being held for redevelopment.
Describe the need for owner and rental rehabilitation based on the condition of the
jurisdiction's housing,
There is a high need for homeowner rehabilitation through the Consortium. King County and
partner jurisdictions have a Housing Repair Program for low income homeowners. Many of the
participants in this program are seniors, aging in place in their homes. Most of the repairs made
by the Housing Repair Program are.
re of an urgent nature, such as roof replacements, furnace
replacements, and plumbing repairs. The Housing Repair Program is helping to keep this
housing stock safe and healthy. The King County Housing Finance Program has a rental
rehabilitation program for properties in the affordable portfolio, but there is not a rental
rehabilitation program for other housing. The exception to this is the Housing Repair Housing
Access Modification Program for renters with mobility challenges.
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Estimate the number of housing units within the jurisdiction that are occupied by low- or
moderate -income families that contain lead -based paint hazards. 91.205(e), 91.405
Approximately half Ofthe housing units inKing County were constructed before 1978with
potential lead paint hazard. Children are present inapproximately 36,0OOhousing units inKing
County constructed prior to 1980 with potential lead paint hazards under the age of 15 with
elevated blood lead levels. |nfiscal year 2UlOSeattle-King County received approximately
$00O,0O0from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention for childhood lead poisoning
prevention pr0gr8nnnn8tiC activities.
Discussion
King County works closely with partners on emergency plans and protocols in the event of
natural disasters, some of which may be caused by climate change.
Natural Disasters: The two most common weather events are snow storms and flooding. Rural
elderly people are particularly vulnerable to food insecurity or other medical needs during a
prolonged snow event such as the one in February 2019. King County operates an emergency
response center and has protocols in place for organizing coordinated responses with city
partners. King County developed and is ready to lead with the Post Disaster Interim Emergency
Housing Plan to assist in getting people back into housing after an event. King County and other
cities in King County open additional shelter beds to boost capacity to make sure there are
enough shelter beds for anyone to come inside.
Broadband Access: There are a number of broadband providers in King County: Century Link,
Comcast, Frontier, Xfinity, and Wave are a few of the available providers. According to
Broadband Now.com 98.9 % of residents in King County have access to high speed internet.
However, King County is mailing a survey to King County residents to determine the unmet
need in rural King County and to take steps to The affordable housing projects in King County
offer residents the ability to sign up for cable at a subscription price. There is cell phone
coverage throughout King County.
The following map shows broadband acce SS 6 in King County.
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MA-25 Public And Assisted Housing - 91.410, 91.210(b)
Introduction
Totals Number of Units
Program Type
Certificate
Mod-
Rehab
Public
Housing
Vouchers
Total
Project -
based
Tenant -
based
Special Purpose Voucher
Veterans
Affairs
Supportive
Housing
Family
Unification
Program
Disabled
*
# of units vouchers available
0
0
2,528
10,775
2,344
8,431 ,
663
370
1,573
*includes Non -Elderly Disabled, Mainstream One -Year, Mainstream Five-year, and NursingHome Transition
Table 37 — Total Number of Units by Program Type
Data Source: Data furnished directly by KCHA and RHA.
Describe the supply of public housing developments:
Together, the King County and Renton Housing Authorities have over
,000 units.
Describe the number and physical condition of public housing units in the jurisdiction, including those that are participating in an
approved Public Housing Agency Plan:
The Consortium Consolidated Plan addresses two housing authorities, the King County Housing Authority (KCHA) and the Renton
Housing Authority (RHA). Both housing authorities have proactive and successful maintenance staff and programs to protect the
housing stock. The King County Housing Authority is one of 39 housing authorities nationwide selected to be a Moving To Work
demonstration program.
Public Housing Condition
Public Housing Development
Average Inspection Score
King County Housing Authority
95.23%
Renton Housing Authority
93%
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Describe the restoration and revitalization needs of public housing units in the jurisdiction:
The King County Housing Authority has prioritized acquisition and preservation of affordable housing in high opportunity areas
where access for low-income persons has historically been limited and in areas at high risk of displacement. You can learn more
about CMTO here.
The Renton Housing Authority and the City of Renton have a vision for the Sunset Area Community Revitalization and Sunset Terrace
Redevelopment. This starts with the redevelopment of 100 units of distressed public housing units at and their replacement with
higher density and quality, sustainable housing that will be a catalyst for new private housing and business investment in the 269-
acre Sunset Area neighborhood. The plan seeks to leverage public investment to catalyze private property development and create
opportunities for market -rate and affordable housing, plus retail investment. The following Sunset Area Community Revitalization
improvements will benefit the entire community:
• "Complete Streets" upgrades
• Improvements to storm water drainage systems
• New and rehabilitated parks and recreational facilities
• New public library
• New childhood early learning center
• Better connection to support services for publ
• Sustainable infrastructure
• Bike and walking paths
• Mixed income and higher density housing.
c housing residents
Describe the public housing agency's strategy for improving the living environment of low- and moderate -income families residing
in public housing:
The King County Housing Authority is partnering with Seattle Housing Authority, MDRC, and a multi -disciplinary academic team that
includes Raj Chetty and others from Harvard, Johns Hopkins, and MIT to identify strategies to increase opportunity area access
among families with young children who receive a Housing Choice Voucher. The program, Creating Moves to Opportunity (CMTO),
is being run as a multi -year randomized study that will test a range of services aimed at reducing rental barriers to opportunity
neighborhood access; the end result from CMTO will be identified best practices that are both impactful and scalable. KCHA has a
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number of programs designed to improve the living environment of residents. Place -based initiatives in partnership with local school
districts in neighborhoods with significant KCHA housing inventory; housing choice and mobility counseling, new housing and
classroom stability counseling. Education initiatives include the Race to the Top program that leveraged $40 million in new federal
funding into the region and included focused attention on the schools in the center of KCHA's place -based initiatives.
In 2012, the Puget Sound Educational Service District, Auburn, Federal Way, Highline, Kent, Renton, Seattle and Tukwila School
Districts and the King County Housing Authority jointly applied for and received a $40 million federal Race to the Top grant, allowing
the group to further expand its programs, which work to:
• Increase the number of children ready for kindergarten
• Raise instruction quality in math and science
• Help students plan for career training or college
• Provide early intervention for struggling student
KCHA understands that residents need more than safe, affordable housing to gain self-sufficiency. In partnership with local
communities and nonprofits, we offer many types of support services. These include Head Start classes for preschoolers, job
counseling for adults, and referrals for seniors and people with disabilities. An AmeriCorps team provides educational services and
promotes civic and environmental engagement. KCHA';spends more than $5 million each year on resident programs.
Discussion:
Both the King County Housing Authority and the Renton Housing Authority participate in planning and coordination efforts with
public funders, the Housing Development Consortium of Seattle -King County, All Home and jurisdiction partners. The King County
Housing Authority is completing the market -rate homeownership component of a successful Hope VI redevelopment initiative in
White Center. The Renton Housing Authority has launched a revitalization effort at Sunset Terrace. Both initiatives replace
aging affordable housing stock with mixed income, in higher density developments, in walkable neighborhoods.
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MA-30 Homeless Facilities and Services - 91.410, 91.210(c)
Introduction
The local CoC, All Home, was formed in 2005, and is a growing, strong, and compassionate
coalition of stakeholders committed to making homelessness rare, brief, and one time in King
County. All Home works through collective action with government, philanthropic
organizations, faith -based groups, nonprofits and individual community advocates.
Facilities Targeted to Homeless Persons in 2019
Emergency Shelter Beds
Transitional
Housing Beds
Permanent Supportive
Housing Beds
Year Round
Beds
(Current &
New)
Voucher J
Seasonal f
Overflow
Beds
Current &
New
Current &
New
Under
Development
Households with
Adult(s) and Child(ren)
1,549
0
1,432
1,548
90
Households with Only
Adults
2,949
271
691
4,518
127
Chronically Homeless
Households
0
0
0
2,530
100
Veterans
83
0
119
1,498
27
Unaccompanied Youth
231
0
182
61
0
Table 39 - Facilities Targeted to Homeless Persons
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Describe mainstream services, such as health, mental health, and employment services to the
extent those services are used to complement services targeted to homeless persons.
Apple Health is a Washington State Medicaid program. King County Public Health and DCHS
engaged in vibrant efforts to help enroll people who became eligible for Medicaid with the
eligible expansion through the Affordable Care Act. The Consortium and other partners are
working with Washington State leadership to create a Medicaid Supportive Housing Benefit to
allow Medicaid to pay for intensive services in permanent supportive housing for individuals
who are chronically homeless. This will help to expand the capacity to house chronically
homeless persons.
Within the King County Department of Community and Human Services (DCHS), there is
extensive cross -coordination regarding services to homeless persons between the housing
programs, the mental health programs, which administer public mental health services through
the Behavioral Health Organizations, substance abuse service programs and
workforce/employment programs. DCHS also coordinates with the Public Health -Seattle & King
County regarding homeless services, and all these King County agencies maintain a working
relationship with All Home. DCHS piloted a streamlined behavioral health integration system,
which will allow clients to access mental health, substance abuse and physical health services in
a much more holistic manner.
The Health Care for the Homeless Network (HCHN), a program of Public Health -Seattle & King
County, provides quality, comprehensive health care for people experiencing homelessness in
King County and provides leadership to help change the conditions that deprive our neighbors
of home and health. HCHN collaborates with twelve community -based partner agencies who
work with homeless people in over 60 locations throughout King County. Examples of sites
served include shelters, day centers, transitional housing programs, and clinics and outreach
programs. Interdisciplinary, interagency HCHN teams provide a broad range of medical, mental
health, substance abuse, case management, and health access services for homeless adults,
families, and youth.
The Housing Health Outreach Team, another program of Public Health — Seattle & King County
provides chemical dependency counselors, mental health specialists, nurses and physicians to
residents in permanent supportive housing projects.
List and describe services and facilities that meet the needs of homeless persons, particularly
chronically homeless individuals and families, families with children, veterans and their
families, and unaccompanied youth. If the services and facilities are listed on screen SP-40
Institutional Delivery Structure or screen MA-35 Special Needs Facilities and Services,
describe how these facilities and services specifically address the needs of these populations.
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The tables on the following pages list the facilities for homeless and special needs populations.
The abbreviations are defined as follows.
ES: Emergency Shelter
TH: Transitional Housing
PSH: Permanent Supportive Housing
OPH: Other Permanent Housing
SH: Supportive Housing
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Emergency Shelters in King County
Project Type
Organization Name
Project Name
ES
Abused Deaf Women Advocacy Services
(ADWAS)
ADWAS Shelter
ES
Bread of Life Mission
Bread of Life Shelter
ES
Catholic Community Services
ARISE
ES
Catholic Community Services
Bridge Shelter
ES
Catholic Community Services
Eastside Winter Shelter for Families
ES
Catholic Community Services
HOME
ES
Catholic Community Services
Lazarus Center Shelter
ES
Catholic Community Services
Noel House Community Based Shelter
ES
Catholic Community Services
Noel House Enhanced Shelter
ES
Catholic Community Services
Reach Out
ES
Catholic Community Services
Sacred Heart Shelter
ES
Catholic Community Services
St. Martin de Porres Shelter
ES
Catholic Community Services
University Friends Shelter
ES
Compass Housing Alliance
Blaine Center
ES
Compass Housing Alliance
Compass at First Presbyterian
ES
Compass Housing Alliance
Hammond House
ES
Compass Housing Alliance
Peter's Place
ES
Compass Housing Alliance
Pioneer Square Men's Program - ES
ES
Congregations for the Homeless
Congregations for the Homeless Shelter
ES
Congregations for the Homeless
Eastside Men's`Winter Response Shelter
ES
DAWN
Confidential Shelter
ES
Downtown Emergency Service Center
DESC Main Shelter
ES
Downtown Emergency Service Center
Kerner Scott Women's Shelter
ES
Downtown Emergency Service Center
Queen Anne Shelter
ES
Downtown Emergency Service Center
Seattle Navigation Center
ES
Downtown Emergency Service Center
West Wing Shelter
ES
Evergreen Treatment Services
LEAD Expansion Program - ES
ES
Friends of Youth
The Landing
ES
Friends of Youth
Youth Haven Shelter
ES
Hopelink
Avondale Park Shelter
ES
Hopelink
Kenmore Shelter
ES
Hospitality House
Hospitality House (Burien)
ES
Immanuel Community Services
Recovery Program
ES
Lake City Partners Ending Homelessness
North King County Winter Shelter
ES
Lifelong
Medical Priority for Emergency Bednights
ES
Lifewire
Lifewire Shelter
ES
Low Income Housing Institute (LIHI)
Authorized Encampment - Licton Springs
ES
Low Income Housing Institute (LIHI)
Lake Union Village
ES
Low Income Housing Institute (LIHI)
Myers Way Encampment
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ES
Low Income Housing Institute (LIHI)
True Hope Tiny House Village
ES
Low Income Housing Institute (LIHI)
Whittier Heights Village
ES
Mamma's Hands
House of Hope I and II
ES
Mary's Place
Burien Shelter
ES
Mary's Place
Mary's Place Emergency Family Shelter
ES
Mary's Place
Mary's Place Family Center Shelter
ES
Mary's Place
Northshore Shelter
ES
Mary's Place
Popsicle Place - Scattered Sites
ES
Mary's Place
RES - Burien
ES
Mary's Place
Shoreline Shelter
ES
Mary's Place
White Center Shelter
ES
Multiservice Center (MSC)
MSC Emergency Shelter
ES
New Beginnings
Home Safe
ES
New Horizons
Cedar Street Shelter
ES
New Horizons
Nest Shelter
ES
Nexus Youth and Families (
Arcadia Shelter
ES
Nexus Youth and Families
SKYS - South King County Youth Shelter
ES
Peace for the Streets by Kids from the
Streets (PSKS)
PSKS Young Adult Shelter
ES
Public Health of Seattle/King County -
HCHN
Tuberculosis Control Program
ES
Renton Ecumenical Association of
Churches (REACH)
Emergency Response Shelter
ES
REST
REST Shelter
ES
ROOTS
ROOTS Young Adult Shelter
ES
SHARE WHEEL
Nites Bunkhouse
ES
SHARE WHEEL
SHARE Consolidated Shelters
ES
SHARE WHEEL
WHEEL Women's Shelter
ES
Snoqualmie Valley Shelter Services
Snoqualmie Valley Winter Shelter
ES
Solid Ground
Bethlehem House
ES
Solid Ground
Broadview Emergency Shelter
ES
Solid Ground
Solid Ground Family Shelter
ES
The Salvation Army
Cascade
ES
The Salvation Army
City Hall Shelter
ES
The Salvation Army
City Hall Shelter - 5th Ave
ES
The Salvation Army
Harborview Hall Shelter
ES
The Salvation Army
Jefferson and 4th Shelter
ES
The Salvation Army
King County Admin - Winter Response
ES
The Salvation Army
Pike Street Shelter
ES
The Salvation Army
William Booth Shelter
ES
The Sophia Way
Eastside Women's Shelter
ES
The Sophia Way
Sophia's Place
ES
Union Gospel Mission (King)
Bridge Recovery
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ES
Union Gospel Mission (King)
Guest Services
ES
Union Gospel Mission (King)
Hope Place
ES
Union Gospel Mission (King)
KentHope Women's Shelter (NP)
ES
Union Gospel Mission (King)
Phinney Ridge Winter Shelter
ES
Valley Cities Counseling and Consultation
Sundown Night Shelter
ES
Vine Maple Place
Vine Maple Place
ES
Virginia Mason Medical Center
Bailey-Boushay House Shelter
ES
YouthCare
HOPE Center
ES
YouthCare
South Seattle Shelter
ES
YouthCare
South Seattle Shelter - Transition
ES
YouthCare
The Adolescent Shelter
ES
YouthCare
Young Adult Shelter
ES
YouthCare
Young Adult Shelter - Transition
ES
YWCA - KC
Angelines Enhanced Night Shelter
ES
YWCA - KC
East Cherry Emergency
ES
YWCA - KC
SIS Late Night Shelter
ES
YWCA - KC
Willow Street Enhanced Emergency
ES
YWCA - KC
YWCA Auburn Emergency
ES
YWCA - KC
YWCA Downtown DV Shelter
ES
YWCA - KC
YWCA Renton Emergency
Transitional Housing
Proj.
Type
Organization Name
Project Name
TH
Acres of Diamonds
Transitional Housing (Duvall)
TH
Attain Housing (formerly KITH)
4-PIex
TH
Attain Housing (formerly KITH)
Condo
TH
Attain Housing (formerly KITH)
Duplex
TH
Attain Housing (formerly KITH)
Kensington Court
TH
Attain Housing (formerly KITH)
Petter Court 1
TH
Attain Housing (formerly KITH)
Petter Court 2
TH
Attain Housing (formerly KITH)
Salisbury Court
TH
Bread of Life Mission
Resident Volunteer Transitional Housing
TH
Catholic Community Services
Aloha Inn
TH
Catholic Community Services
FUSION
TH
Catholic Community Services
GPD Michael's Place
TH
Catholic Community Services
Katherine's House
TH
Catholic Community Services
Rita's House
TH
Community Psychiatric Clinic (CPC)
The Willows
TH
Compass Housing Alliance
Cesar Chavez House
TH
Compass Housing Alliance
Pioneer Square Men's Program
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TH
Consejo Counseling and Referral
Mi Casa
TH
Consejo Counseling and Referral
Villa Esperanza
TH
El Centro de la Raza
Ferdinand/Shelton Houses
TH
Elizabeth Gregory Home
Maple Leaf House
TH
First Place School
Family Stabilization Housing Program
TH
Friends of Youth
FOY Host Homes King County
TH
Friends of Youth
New Ground Avondale
TH
Friends of Youth
New Ground Bothell
TH
Friends of Youth
New Ground Kirkland
TH
Friends of Youth
New Ground Sandpoint
TH
Friends of Youth
New Ground Totem Lake
TH
Hopelink
Avondale Park TH
TH
International District Housing Alliance
DV Solace Transitional Housing
TH
Jubilee Women's Center
Jubilee House
TH
Kent Youth and Family Services
Watson Manor
TH
Lifelong
Lifelong Housing
TH
Lifewire
My Friend's Place
TH
Low Income Housing Institute (LIHI)
Columbia Court Supportive Housing
TH
Low Income Housing Institute (LIHI)
Denny Park Apartments
TH
Low Income Housing Institute (LIHI)
Martin Court
TH
Low Income Housing Institute (LIHI)
Meadowbrook View Apartments
TH
Low Income Housing Institute (LIHI)
Othello House
TH
Low Income Housing Institute (LIHI)
The Cate Apartments
TH
Multiservice Center (MSC)
MSC Family Transitional - Kent
TH
Multiservice Center (MSC)
MSC Men's Transitional Housing
TH
Muslim Housing Services
Muslim Housing City Transitional
TH
Nexus Youth and Families
Severson Program - CoC
TH
Nexus Youth and Families
The RISE Project
TH
REST
REST Home
TH
Solid Ground
Broadview Transitional
TH
Solid Ground
Santos Place
TH
St Stephen Housing Association
City Park
TH
St Stephen Housing Association
Nike Manor
TH
The Salvation Army
Hickman House
TH
The Salvation Army
Veterans Transitional Program
TH
The Salvation Army
William Booth Center (TLP)
TH
The Salvation Army
William Booth Center FSP
TH
The Sophia Way
Sophias Home-TH
TH
Union Gospel Mission (King)
Bridge
TH
Union Gospel Mission (King)
Garden
TH
Union Gospel Mission (King)
Men's Ministry Recovery Program
TH
Union Gospel Mission (King)
ReNovo
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TH
Union Gospel Mission (King)
Son Rise House
TH
United Indians of all Tribes
Bridge Transitional Housing UTAT
TH
Urban League of Seattle
Harder House
TH
Vision House
Family Program (Renton)
TH
Vision House
Family Program (Shoreline)
TH
Way Back Inn
Transitional - scattered Site
TH
YMCA of Greater Seattle
YAIT Drug Court
TH
YMCA of Greater Seattle
YMCA Host Homes King County
TH
YMCA of Greater Seattle
YMCA Shared Homes
TH
YMCA of Greater Seattle
YMCA YAIT and Shared Homes
TH
YouthCare
Bridge Transitional Housing YC
TH
YouthCare
ISIS / Ravenna House
TH
YouthCare
Passages
TH
YouthCare
Pathways TLP
TH
YouthCare
Straley House / Catalyst
TH
YWCA - KC
Anita Vista
TH
YWCA - KC
YWCA Auburn Transitional
Permanent Supportive Housing
Proj.
Type
Organization Name
Project Name
PSH
Asian Counseling and Referral Services (ACRS)
HOPES
PSH
Asian Counseling and Referral Services (ACRS)
The Beacon
PSH
Catholic Community Services
Dorothy Day
PSH
Catholic Comm unity Services
Noel at Bakhita
PSH
Catholic Community Services
Ozanam - HUD
PSH
Catholic Community Services
Parke Studios
PSH
Catholic Community Services
Patrick Place
PSH
Catholic Community Services
Rose of Lima at Bakhita Gardens
PSH
Catholic Community Services
St. Martin's on Westlake
PSH
Catholic Community Services
Sunset Court
PSH
Catholic Community Services
Wintonia
PSH
Compass Housing Alliance
Cascade Women's PSH
PSH
Compass Housing Alliance
Nyer Urness
PSH
Compass Housing Alliance
Ronald Commons
PSH
Compass Housing Alliance
VASH - Compass on Dexter
PSH
Compass Housing Alliance
VASH - Renton Regional Veterans Program
PSH
Compass Housing Alliance
VASH — Shoreline Regional Veterans
PSH
Congregations for the Homeless
Congregations for the Homeless
Permanent Housing
PSH
Downtown Emergency Service Center
1811 Eastlake
PSH
Downtown Emergency Service Center
Aurora House
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PSH
Downtown Emergency Service Center
Canaday House
PSH
Downtown Emergency Service Center
Clement Place
PSH
Downtown Emergency Service Center
Cottage Grove
PSH
Downtown Emergency Service Center
DESC Scattered Sites Leasing
PSH
Downtown Emergency Service Center
Evans House
PSH
Downtown Emergency Service Center
Interbay Supportive Housing
PSH
Downtown Emergency Service Center
Kerner Scott Clean and Sober Housing
PSH
Downtown Emergency Service Center
Lyon Building
PSH
Downtown Emergency Service Center
Morrison Hotel - Section 8 Project Based
PSH
Downtown Emergency Service Center
Rainier House
PSH
Downtown Emergency Service Center
The Estelle
PSH
Downtown Emergency Service Center
Union Hotel
PSH
Evergreen Treatment Services
REACH Housing First Rental Assistance
PSH
Evergreen Treatment Services
REACH Respite Case Management
PSH
Imagine Housing
VASH - Velocity
PSH
King County Housing Authority
KCHA VASH
PSH
King County Housing Authority
VASH - Carriage House
PSH
King County Housing Authority
VASH - Cove East
PSH
King County Housing Authority
VASH - Francis Village
PSH
King County Housing Authority
VASH - Houser. Terrace
PSH
King County Housing Authority
VASH - KCHA Woodland North
PSH
King County Housing Authority
VASH - Kirkland Avenue Townhomes
PSH
King County Housing Authority
VASH - Timberwood
PSH
King County Housing Authority
VASH - Villages at South Station
PSH
Lifelong
PBRA
PSH
Lifelong
TBRA
PSH
Low Income Housing Institute (LIHI)
Broadway House
PSH
Low Income Housing Institute (LIHI)
VASH - August Wilson Apartments
PSH
Multiservice Center (MSC)
Federal Way Veterans Housing
PSH
Muslim Housing Services
Muslim Housing Rent Assistance Case
Management
PSH
Plymouth Housing Group (PHG)
Humphrey Services Grant
PSH
Plymouth Housing Group (PHG) /
DESC/REACH/CCS/Harborview
King County Scattered Sites PSH
PSH
Plymouth Housing Group (PHG)
Lewiston Permanent Supportive Housing
PSH
Plymouth Housing Group (PHG)
Pacific Hotel - Mod -Rehab
PSH
Plymouth Housing Group (PHG)
Plymouth on First Hill
PSH
Plymouth Housing Group (PHG)
Plymouth on Stewart
PSH
Plymouth Housing Group (PHG)
Plymouth Place
PSH
Plymouth Housing Group (PHG)
Scargo - Mod -Rehab
PSH
Plymouth Housing Group (PHG)
Shelter Plus Care - SRA
PSH
Plymouth Housing Group (PHG)
Shelter Plus Care - TRA
PSH
Plymouth Housing Group (PHG)
Simons
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PSH
Plymouth Housing Group (PHG)
St. Charles
PSH
Plymouth Housing Group (PHG)
Williams Apartments
PSH
Seattle Housing Authority
VASH
PSH
Solid Ground
Sand Point Families PSH
PSH
Sound Mental Health
August Wilson Place - PSH
PSH
Sound Mental Health
Capitol Hill Apodments
PSH
Sound Mental Health
Ernestine Anderson
PSH
Sound Mental Health
Gossett Place
PSH
Sound Mental Health
Jordan House.
PSH
Sound Mental Health
June Leonard Place (Renton Commons)
PSH
Sound Mental Health
Kenyon House
PSH
Sound Mental Health
McDermott Place
PSH
Sound Mental Health
Pacific Court
PSH
Sound Mental Health
Project Homestead
PSH
Sound Mental Health
South KC Housing First
PSH
The Sophia Way
Sophias Home -PH
PSH
Transitional Resources
Avalon Place 11
PSH
Valley Cities Counseling and Consultation
Coming Up
PSH
Valley Cities Counseling and Consultation
Families First
PSH
Valley Cities Counseling and Consultation
Homeless Services Enhancement Program
PSH
Valley Cities Counseling and Consultation
Pathways First
PSH
Valley Cities Counseling and Consultation
Phoenix Rising
PSH
Valley Cities Counseling and Consultation
United Way Permanent Supportive
Housing
PSH
Valley Cities Counseling and Consultation
Valley Cities Landing
PSH
YWCA - KC
Family Village Redmond PSH
PSH
YWCA - KC
Opportunity Place and Seneca
Supportive Housing
Proj.
Type
Organization Name
Project Name
SH
Community Psychiatric Clinic (CPC)
Harbor House
SH
Downtown Emergency Service Center (DESC)
Kerner Scott Safe Haven
Other Permanent Housing
Proj.
Type
Organization Name
Project Name
OPH
Attain Housing (formerly KITH)
Salisbury Court Permanent Low -Income
OPH
Catholic Community Services (King County)
Cedar Park Apartments
OPH
Catholic Community Services (King County)
Katharine's Place Apartments
OPH
Catholic Community Services (King County)
Palo Studios
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OPH
Catholic Community Services (King County)
Santa Teresita del Nino Jesus
OPH
Community Psychiatric Clinic (CPC)
Valor Apartments
OPH
Compass Housing Alliance
The Karlstrom
OPH
Consejo Counseling and Referral
Las Brisas del Mar
OPH
DAWN
PH for DV Victims
OPH
First Place School
Imani Village
OPH
First Place School
Nhon's Place
OPH
Friends of Youth
FOY - PH
OPH
Hopelink
Duvall Place
OPH
Hopelink
Heritage Park
OPH
Hopelink
Hopelink Place
OPH
Imagine Housing
30 Bellevue
OPH
Imagine Housing
Athene Apartments
OPH
Imagine Housing
Imagine Housing Stability
OPH
Imagine Housing
Velocity Housing Stability
OPH
Lifewire
Lifewire Permanent Housing Program
OPH
Low Income Housing Institute (LIHI)
Arion Court
OPH
Low Income Housing Institute (LIHI)
Frye Hotel
OPH
Low Income Housing Institute (LIHI)
Greenwood House
OPH
Low Income Housing Institute (LIHI)
The Glen Hotel
OPH
Low Income Housing Institute (LIHI)
Tyree Scott Apartments
OPH
Multiservice Center (MSC)
MSC Titusville Station
OPH
Muslim Housing Services
Sound Family Voucher Program
OPH
Navos
Independence Bridge
OPH
Solid Ground
Brettler Place
OPH
Solid Ground
PG Kenney Place
OPH
Somali Youth & Family Club
SYFC Family Housing Services
OPH
Sound Mental Health
August Wilson Place - PH
OPH
Transitional Resources
Avalon Place
OPH
YMCA of Greater Seattle
Home At Last
OPH
YMCA of Greater Seattle
King County HA -YMCA
OPH
YMCA of Greater Seattle
Seattle Housing Authority Voucher Program
OPH
YouthCare
Marion West
OPH
YWCA - KC
Passage Point Permanent
OPH
YWCA - KC
YWCA East King County Case Managed PH
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MA-35 Special Needs Facilities and Services — 91.410, 91.210(d)
Introduction
The Consortium works closely with the All Home and others such as Public Health- Seattle &
King County, the faith community, private foundations, the Seattle, King County, and Renton
Housing Authorities, United Way, a robust community of nonprofit agencies that have worked
with special needs populations for decades, Behavioral Health and Recovery Division,
Washington State Department of Social and Health Services, and the Veteran's Administration
to provide facilities and services for special needs persons.
The Consortium increased the number of persons receiving Medicaid benefits after the
implementation of the Affordable Health Care Act and expanded coverage through efforts to
assist individuals with registration. Another area of potential benefit is the possible expansion
of a housing benefit for Medicaid eligible clients.
Including the elderly, frail elderly, persons with disabilities (mental, physical, developmental),
persons with alcohol or other drug addictions, persons with HIV/AIDS and their families,
public housing residents and any other categories the jurisdiction may specify, and describe
their supportive housing needs.
Special needs populations share a common need for affordable housing with universal design
features, and that is located near transit and health services. Many multi -family tax credit
projects include a 20 percent set aside for persons who have a disability. With baby boomers
aging, the Consortium is making senior housing with enhanced management for providing
connections to mainstream services a priority. In the ongoing planning input during the past
Consolidated Plan seniors stressed the importance of housing within their own communities,
particularly in East King County.
The King County Housing Finance Program consults with the King County Developmental
Disabilities Division, within the Department of Community and Human Services, and works to
develop units specifically for families with a member who has a developmental disability. This
will be an ongoing prio
The King County Behavioral Health and Recovery Division serves persons with mental health
diagnoses and substance use disorders.
Seattle is the local Housing Opportunities for Persons with AIDS (HOPWA) entitlement. The
federal HOPWA program funds efforts to prevent homelessness among people diagnosed with
HIV/AIDS and their families. The Seattle Human Services Department is the regional coordinator
of these funds for programs in King and Snohomish counties. Housing and service providers
serve up to 500 people a year through a variety of programs.
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The King County Housing Authority is working with residents to increase self-sufficiency. These
include: place -based initiatives in partnership with local school districts, housing choice and
mobility, and rapid re -housing for homeless students. Place -based education initiatives involve
parents, children, schools and partner agencies and share a common goal: Starting early to help
children succeed in school. This revolves around three elements: engage families in early
learning; that children enter kindergarten ready to learn; and that students read at grade level
standard by the end of third grade.
The Consortium works closely with the other special needs populations, particularly survivors of
domestic violence and contracts directly with agencies with a full range of services for parents
and children, including emergency shelter and permanent housing.
Describe programs for ensuring that persons returning from mental and physical health
institutions receive appropriate supportive housing.
King County contracts with housing and service providers who have staff at hospitals and jails
helping to coordinate discharge into the community. These providers help develop a discharge
plan and help individuals access Medicaid, behavioral health services and services through the
Washington State Department of Social and Health Services.
Specify the activities that the jurisdiction plans to undertake during the next year to address
the housing and supportive services needs identified in accordance with 91.215 with respect
to persons who are not homeless but have other special needs. Link to one-year goals.
91.315.
King County Housing Finance Program includes special needs units in each funding year awards.
These units are under a contractual; requirement for the 50-year term. King County works with
housing funders, mainstream service systems (such as the developmental disabilities system,
the drug/alcohol system, and the mental health system), and housing referral information and
advocacy organizations to plan for community -based housing options for persons with special
needs. The King County Housing Repair Program conducts a Housing Access Modification
program for homeowners and renters, to make it possible for people to remain safely in their
homes.
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MA-40 Barriers to Affordable Housing — 91.410, 91.210
Describe any negative effects of public policies on affordable housing and residential
investment.
King County and the Consortium member jurisdictions engage in ongoing efforts to advance
public policy for the purpose of increasing the supply of affordable housing. This includes the
following activities: 1) evaluation of regulatory barriers to housing production and affordability,
2) coordinated planning activities among the jurisdictions, 3) streamlining permitting, and 4)
incentive zoning features, such as allowing accessory dwelling units. The following chart lists
some of the tools available to develop affordable housing in King County. One of the challenges
is the number of jurisdictions in King County (39) and the differing policies regarding various
housing tools. The Affordable Housing Committee will be working on public policies across the
jurisdictions in King County.
MA-45 Non -Housing Community Development Assets — 91.410, 91.210(f)
Introduction
King County enjoys a robust economy and strong job growth. While the region is experiencing rapid
growth and a rising housing market, there are a number of communities in King County with large
disparities in the built environment that present barriers to individuals in reaching their full potential.
Economic Development Market Analysis
Business Activi!
Business by Sector
Number of.
Workers
Number of
Jobs
Share of
Workers
%
Share of
Jobs
%
Jobs less
workers
Agriculture, Mining, Oil & Gas Extraction
2,206
1,505
1
0
0
Arts, Entertainment, Accommodations
38,533
37,470
10
10
0
Construction
17,200
17,114
4
5
0
Education and Health Care Services
50,201
38,082
13
10
-3
Finance, Insurance, and Real Estate
23,644
16,930
6
5
-2
Information
40,169
56,130
10
15
5
Manufacturing
43,210
47,397
11
13
2
Other Services
21,395
15,640
6
4
-1
Professional, Scientific, Management
Services
43,278
32,122
11
9
-2
Public Administration
0
0
0
0
0
Retail Trade
43,124
40,078
11
11
0
Transportation and Warehousing
14,643
20,398
4
6
2
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Business by Sector
Number of
Workers
Number of
Jobs
Share of
Workers
%
Share of
Jobs
%
Jobs Tess
workers
%
Wholesale Trade
22,586
20,734
6
6
0
Total
360,189
343,600
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--
--
Table 40 — Business Activity
Data 2007-2011 ACS (Workers), 2011 Longitudinal Employer -Household Dynamics (Jobs)
Source:
Labor Force
Total Population in the Civilian Labor Force
713,509
Civilian Employed Population 16 years and
over
663,107
Unemployment Rate
7.05%
Unemployment Rate for Ages 16-24
24.87%
Unemployment Rate for Ages 25-65
5.66%
Table 4
Data Source: 2007-2011 ACS
Labor Force
Occupations by Sector Number of People
Management, business and financial
166,901
Farming, fisheries and forestry occupations
17,383
Service
39,896
Sales and office
112,544
Construction, extraction, maintenance and
repair
34,741
Production, transportation and material
moving
22,942
ble 42 - Occupations, by Sector
Data Source:
Travel Time
Travel Time
Number
Percentage
< 30 Minutes
349,936
57%
30-59 Minutes
214,306
35%
60 or More Minutes
50,302
8%
Total
614,546
100%
Table 43 — Travel Time
Data Source: 2007-2011 ACS
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Education:
Educational Attainment by Employment Status (Population 16 and Older)
Educational Attainment
In Labor Force
Civilian Employed
Unemployed
Not in Labor
Force
Less than high school graduate
23,116
2,972
11,396
High school graduate (includes
equivalency)
70,278
5,913
20,942
Some college or Associate's degree
131,617
8,142
31,017
Bachelor's degree or higher
195,972
7,908
34,978
Table 44 - Educational Attainment by Employment Status
Data Source: 2023-2017 ACS
Educational Attainment by Age
Age
18-24 yrs
25-34 yrs
35-44 yrs
45-65 yrs
65+ yrs
Less than 9th grade
1,478
4,146
4,727
6,443
5,364
9th to 12th grade, no diploma
10,258
7,452
6,208
8,508
6,129
High school graduate, GED, or
alternative
20,627 `
24,056
25,179
47,969
27,005
Some college, no degree
23,456
27,347
29,'112
65,155
22,818
Associate's degree
11,030
13,101
25,369
5,401
4,786
Bachelor's degree
8,703
39,295
46,246
71,205
20,259
Graduate or professional degree
487 `
17,052
24,576
40,720
11,906
Data Source:'!
Educational Attainment
ACS
ble 45 - Educational Attainment by Age
edian Earnings in the Past 12 Months
Educational Attainment
Median Earnings in the Past 12 Months
Less than high school graduate
22,312
High school graduate (includes equivalency)
31,798
Some college or Associate's degree
39,605
Bachelor's degree
57,086
Graduate or professional degree
72,621
Table 46 - Median Earnings in the Past 12 Months
Data Source: 2013-2017 ACS
Based on the Business Activity table above, what are the major employment sectors within
your jurisdiction?
The major employment sectors are in management and business. The Puget Sound Area has a
thriving technology sector with established companies such as Microsoft and burgeoning
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startups. Boeing is Washington State's largest employer and has a manufacturing plant
operating in King County.
Major industry sectors in King County with more than 100,000 estimated jobs include
professional and business services, education and health services, government, leisure and
hospitality, retail trade and manufacturing.
Describe the workforce and infrastructure needs of the business community:
With the explosive growth of the information technology sector, there is a high demand for
skilled workers to fill jobs in the expanding field of information technology. Other workforce
needs include bio technology, healthcare/health services, construction, food industries, select
areas of the service sector, such as air transportation, select areas of the manufacturing sector
and the maritime industry. Transportation infrastructure is a high need, and long-term
expansion of the transportation infrastructure has created new jobs in that sector.
While our region is experiencing extremely rapid growth and a soaring housing market,
community friendly infrastructure development has not been equitable in the region, and there
are a number of communities in King County with large disparities in the built environment that
are barriers to individuals in those communities reaching their full potential. Such infrastructure
issues include lack of safe and well lit places to walk and make connections to businesses,
services and leisure activities, including exercise, lack of cohesion and place making in the
business district and between the business district and residential neighborhoods, lack of well
designed open space to complement a "coherent sense of place" and lack of active
transportation connections for cyclists, joggers, and pedestrians.
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Describe any major changes that may have an economic impact, such as planned local or
regional public or private sector investments or initiatives that have affected or may affect
job and business growth opportunities during the planning period. Describe any needs for
workforce development, business support or infrastructure these changes may create.
Sound Transit (ST) is continuing to develop a regional mass transit light rail system. There are
currently a number of approved and funded extension legs that will move forward over the
coming years, and there are plans for many more extensions. Washington State is starting to
replace large-scale aging infrastructure such as major bridges.
King County works closely with our region's Workforce Development Council to create job
training opportunities, programs and job entry opportunities at multiple levels so that all
persons in our County who can work have access to jobs. Employment security and ability to
thrive economically are key elements of King County Health and Human Services
Transformation work. The Communities of Opportunity Initiative of Transformation will work
closely with communities that have high unemployment rates at the community level and at
the policy level and will bring in multiple partners that can help to reduce employment
disparities across the County.
How do the skills and education of the current workforce correspond to employment
opportunities in the jurisdiction?
This is mixed — we have many highly educated residents who are very well matched for
employment opportunities. We also have an influx of highly educated people moving to the
region for such jobs. We have a mismatch, however, for too many people who do not have the
skills or training for many of the job opportunities in the region. This is one of our greatest
challenges in the coming years if we are going to reduce the very large disparities we are seeing
between communities — with some communities not able to share in the increased prosperity
of the region.
As discussed throughout this plan, and particularly in Section SP-80, Anti -Poverty Strategy, King
County has set a clear path through our transformation work to move our investments much
further upstream so that every person in King County can reach their full potential and to thrive
economically. To this end we will be working with multiple partners, including the Consortium
jurisdictions, the Puget Sound Regional Council, and many others across the County to achieve
common transformative goals.
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Current actions for the regional economic strategy through the Puget Sound Regional Council'
are identified below.
• Amazing Place: Growing jobs and opportunity in the central Puget Sound region
• Economic Analysis of the central Puget Sound region
• Implementing Amazing Place
o Regional Aviation Baseline Study
o Boeing's New Midmarket Aircraft
o Commercial Space Sector Study
There are several universities in the County, as well as great local community colleges and
vocational education institutions. Many of these institutions are willing to partner to help
increase workforce opportunities for all people in the County.
Describe any current workforce training initiatives, including those supported by Workforce
Investment Boards, community colleges and other organizations. Describe how these efforts
will support the jurisdiction's Consolidated Plan.
The Workforce Development Council of Seattle -King County is a nonprofit workforce think-tank
and grant -making organization whose mission is to support a strong economy and the ability of
each person to achieve self-sufficiency. They work throughout the community, bringing
employers, jobseekers, youth, educators, labor groups and other nonprofits together to find
and fund -solutions for workforce gaps.
The Children, Youth, and Young Adults Division, in the: Department of Community and Human
Services (DCHS), provides education and employment training for youth, skills development for
out of -school youth in need of a GED, and programs for justice -involved you or youth at risk for
being justice -involved. Programs under Children, Youth, and Young Adults Division offer
services throughout King County in partnership with numerous community organizations.
The WorkSource system provides full service one -stop centers throughout King County that are
certified by the Workforce Development Council of Seattle. King County DCHS plays a
leadership role serving as the operator of this system to improve the quality of workforce
programs and opportunities for the people of King County, which has been recognized by
national, state and local partners. King County DCHS also leads a local Veteran's Program and
works specifically on workforce programs for veterans.
These coordinated efforts to develop workforce training and jobs link to the Consolidated Plan
through Goal Three: Community Development - Establish and maintain a healthy and vibrant
Puget Sound Regional Council: https://www.psr.org/
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community by partnering with local jurisdictions and organizations, improving the well-being of
low- and moderate -income residents, and focusing on communities with historic disparities in
health, income, and quality of life.
Does your jurisdiction participate in a Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy
(CEDS)?
King County has participated in a broader four -county CEDS with the Puget Sound Regional
Council (PSRC), our Metropolitan Planning Organization. PSRC's mission is to ensure a thriving
central Puget Sound now and into the future through planning for regional transportation,
growth management and economic development.
PSRC works for a common vision, expressed through three connected major activities: VISION
2040, the region's growth strategy; Regional Transportation Plan 2018, the region's long-range
transportation plan; and the Regional Economic!Strategy, recognizes and promotes the region's
substantial attributes and is designed to build on strengths. the region's blueprint for long-term
prosperity. The Regional Economic Strategy is a plan for strengthening the region's economic
foundations and supporting industries that offer outstanding potential for good -paying jobs and
long-term sustainability. These industries include:
• Information and Communication Technology
• Aerospace
• Education
• Tourism
• Business Services
• Military and Defense
• Transportation and Logistics
• Maritime
• Life Sciences and Global Health
• Clean Tech
For King County, specific economic development policies and strategies are contained in the
King County Comprehensive Plan, last adopted in 2016, and in a midpoint update period now.
Sections covered in the Comprehensive Plan include: general economic development policies,
business development, workforce development, infrastructure development, sustainable
development in the private sector, and the rural economy. Related to the strategies in the
Comprehensive Plan, King County has adopted the Health and Human Services Transformation
Vision, and is currently working on several Transformation initiatives, including place -based
community strategies that will address transformational economic development strategies as
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one aspect of the work. This is also discussed in section SP-80 of this plan, the Anti -Poverty
Strategy.
If so, what economic development initiatives are you undertaking that may be coordinated
with the Consolidated Plan? If not, describe other local/regional plans or initiatives that
impact economic growth.
King County may make an application under the new Consolidated Plan for a Neighborhood
Revitalization Strategy Area as part of the work of the Communities of Opportunity Initiative of
Health & Human Services Transformation. The NRSA will cover outcome goals at the
intersection of health, housing and economic prosperity, and will focus on prevention,
embracing recovery, and eliminating disparities. See section SP-80 Anti -Poverty Strategy for
more information on the Transformation initiatives.
MA-50 Needs and Market Analysis Discussion
Are there areas where households with multiple housing problems are concentrated?
(Include a definition of "concentration")
Concentration: is defined as a number 10 percent above the overall proportion or distribution in
the County.
There are areas in South King County where there is a concentration of households who are low
income, severely cost burdened, and; have other housing problem(s), such as overcrowding. As
housing costs increase in the City of Seattle, more households are moving south or north into
more affordable communities
Are there any areas in the jurisdiction where racial or ethnic minorities or low-income
families are concentrated?
Yes, these same neighborhoods in, South King County have a concentration of low-income
households in general and specifically low-income households of color. There is area identified
in Kent as a R/ECAP (census tract with a high poverty, racially segregated area). See the 2019
King County Analysis of Impediments to Fair Housing Choice.
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What are the characteristics of the market in these areas/neighborhoods?
Housing is more affordable in this part of the County. The housing stock is older and there are
more housing units with housing problems in need of rehabilitation.
Are there any community assets in these areas/neighborhoods?
Yes, these communities have great cultural assets and a cultural richness. There is potential for
improved transportation with Rapid Ride bus routes and a new light rail corridor that will be
built and an existing conventional train, and transit centers.
Are there other strategic opportunities in any of these areas?
King County, working with local jurisdictions, will be identifying Communities of Opportunity
and with the Seattle Foundation will be working', to create greater health, social, economic, and
racial equality in these communities. See SP-70 Anti -Poverty Strategy for more information.
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Strategic Plan
SP-05 Overview
Strategic Plan Overview
The Strategic Plan is the key part of the Consolidated Housing, Homelessness and Community
Development Plan Consolidated Plan) and where the Consortium's goals, objectives and specific
strategies designed to make progress towards those goals and objectives are stated. Most of
the strategies have output goals which are based on the funding we project to be available for
the five-year period of the Consolidated Plan. If funding changes during the five-year period of
the Consolidated Plan, the Consortium may amend the output goals through its Joint
Recommendations Committee (JRC).
Values: We invest in projects that predominantly serve households at or below 50% AMI;
mixed -income projects that serve a portion of households at or below 30% AMI; projects that
are inclusive of homeless households and vulnerable populations; projects that embrace
evidence -based best practices; projects that are located and designed thoughtfully, considering
connectivity, health and access to transit; and projects that reduce their screening barriers for
tenants. All programs and projects should reflect values of equity and social justice, including
equitable development principles. For example, projects should avoid or minimize
displacement of existing affordable housing or community assets such as small businesses or
cultural institutions. When impacts are anticipated, extensive community engagement and
mitigation actions should be included. Housing projects which require a Certificate of
Consistency with the Consolidated Plan should be consistent with other goals in the
Consolidated Plan such as Goal 3 - Community and Economic Development.
Values for the South Sub -region emphasize acquisition and rehabilitation of housing stock,
preservation of affordable housing, and mixed -income housing development; and for the
North/East Sub -region emphasize high density new affordable housing units, and a broad range
of affordable housing project types.
The Consortium's desired outcomes for each goal are impacted by many factors, especially the
larger economy, the health of other federal programs, such as the Section 8 program, and other
federal, state and local funding streams that we don't control, and are far beyond the capability
of the Consortium's strategies to accomplish single-handedly. For that reason, it is particularly
important that we work across sectors towards shared outcomes that will help us all make
progress towards our goals. Annual output goals for each of the strategies in this plan are
dependent upon the continuation of the applicable fund sources.
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SP-10 Geographic Priorities — 91.415, 91.215(a)(1)
General Allocation Priorities
CDBG, ESG, and HOME funds are allocated throughout King County. King County has three
target areas: SeaTac, White Center, and Skyway. More target areas may be added during the
period of this plan.
CDBG and ESG
CDBG and ESG funds are allocated based upon the percentage of low -and -moderate income
populations in the two sub -regions North/East and South. A map of the King County Consortium
regions is included on the following page.
The North/East Sub -region consists of the following cities, towns, and census designated places.
Cities, towns, and census designated places include: 1) Beaux Arts Village 2) Bellevue; 3) Bothell
(King County portion); 4) Carnation; 5) Fall City; 6) Ames Lake; 7) Eastgate; 8) Lake Marcel -
Stillwater; 9) Wilderness Rim; 10) Lake Forest Park; 11) Medina; 12) Mercer Island; 13)
Newcastle; 14) North Bend; 15) Baring; 16) Fall City; 17) Riverbend; 18) Union Hill -Novelty Hill;
19) Shoreline; 20) Skykomish; 21) Snoqualmie; 22) Sammamish; 23) Issaquah; 24) Cottage Lake;
25) Klahanie; 26) Tanner; and 27) Unincorporated King County.
South sub -region
The South sub -region includes the following cities, towns and census designated places: 1)
Algona; 2) Auburn; 3) Black Diamond; 4) Boulevard Park; 5) Burien; 6) Bryn -Mawr -Skyway; 7)
Covington; 8) Des Moines; 9) East Hill -Meridian; 10) East Renton Highlands; 11) Fairwood; 12)
Federal Way; 13) Kent; 14) Lake Holm; 15) Lakeland North; 16) Lakeland South; 17) Lake
Morton-Berrydale; 18) Maple Heights -Lake Desire; 19) Maple Valley; 20) Mirrormont; 21)
Normandy Park, 22)Pacific; 23) Ravensdale; 24) Renton; 25) Riverton; 26) SeaTac; 27) Shadow
Lake; 28) Tukwila; 29) Vashon; 30) White Center; and 31) Unincorporated King County.
HOME
HOME funds are awarded through the Housing, Homelessness and Community Development
Division Housing Finance Program competitive process. Funds are distributed countywide to
the members of the HOME Consortium. The HOME Consortium includes the cities of Auburn,
Bellevue, Kent, and Federal Way.
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Describe the basis for allocating investments geographically within the jurisdiction.
The Consortium allocates funds to address the strategies under the three overarching goal
areas: 1) Affordable Housing; 2) Homelessness; and 3) Community Development. Investments
are distributed throughout the County, and there are guidelines adopted by the Consortium to
balance investments geographically over time. Allocation guidelines are determined through
use of low to moderate -income population data, and other data, as applicable. The Affordable
Housing Committee is tasked with implementing the Action Plan contains seven goals to with
supporting strategies and actions for each goal (listed in the Executive Summary of this plan).
Goal 2 is to "increase construction and preservation of affordable homes for households
earning less than 50% area median income; Goal 3 to "prioritize affordability accessible within
half mile walkshed of existing and planned frequent transit service,, with a particular priority for
high -capacity transit stations"; and Goal 5 to "protect' existing communities of color and low-
income communities from displacement in gentrifying communities". This Committee is
charged with overseeing the implementation of the Action Plan and tracking the region's
progress toward meeting the goals in the Action Plan. This represents a significant shift n how
affordable housing funding decisions are made.
King County and the Consortium also consider other plans and initiatives in making allocation
decisions, such as climate change, transit -oriented development, equity and social justice, and
Health & Human Services Transformation Initiatives. Examples of intersections with such
initiatives and plans are included below.
Housing, Homelessness and Community Development near High Capacity Transit Nodes
Following upon the Consortium's work on the regional Growing Transit Communities grant, the
Consortium will prioritize investments in affordable housing and eligible community
development projects near high capacity transit, including high capacity bus routes, bus rapid
transit and light rail. Future light rail lines will be completed by 2023 serving East King County,
North King County, and South King, County continuing with new routes to serve the region. The
Consortium has been a partner in creating an acquisition fund to acquire land for affordable
housing and community development near high capacity transit nodes before the land is too
expensive to acquire. That fund •is the Regional Equitable Development Initiative (REDI) Fund
and it has geographic targets.
Communities of Opportunity
Communities of Opportunity is an initiative undertaken jointly between Public Health —
Seattle and King County and the Seattle Foundation to address inequitable outcomes
based on geography. Geographic communities targeted currently include:
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• The Rainier Valley (City of Seattle)
• White Center
• SeaTac/Tukwila
• The City of Kent
• The Central District of the City of Seattle
• Rural Snoqualmie Valley
• The urban Native Community
• The Latinx Community of Vashon Island
• Transgender and gender nonconforming communities.
There is significant overlap between these targeted communities and federal protected
classes. Each community develops its own vision and priorities, which range from:
• Anchoring multi -cultural communities at risk of displacement,
• Advocating for the preservation and development of affordable housingin areas that
are near transit, jobs, and education,
• Access to health, affordable food and safe places outside to be physically active,
especially for youth,
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businesses,
•
r orce eve opment t at inc u es oca gyres, support ement, cultural
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inclusion of youth, and I d ag Increase
civic participation an eng
preservation, and access to safe public spaces.
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SP-25 Priority Needs: In the following Priority Needs tables, the Sort Order column is an
identifying system for Priority Needs to reference activities listed in Table 52 Goals
Summary. The Sort Order does not indicate a priority tier.
Table 36 — Priority Needs Summary
Priority Need
Name
Affordable Housing
Priority Level
High
Population
Extremely Low Income
Low Income
Moderate Income
Middle Income
Large Families
Families with Children
Elderly
Public Housing Residents
Chronic Homelessness
Individuals
Families with Children
Mentally III,
Chronic Substance Abuse
Veterans
Victims. of Domestic Violence
Unaccompanied Youth
Elderly
Frail Elderly
Persons with Mental Disabilities
Persons with Physical Disabilities
Persons with Alcohol or Other Addictions
Victims of Domestic Violence
Geographic
Areas
Affected
Countywide and potential Neighborhood Revitalization Strategy Areas
Associated
Goals
Affordable Housing
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Description
The Consortium will engage in other housing activities, collaborations and
partnerships to enhance opportunities for equitable development and the
creation/preservation of affordable housing. During the course of the
Consolidated Plan, funding may be prioritized for coordination with the intended
Neighborhood Revitalization Strategy Area (s) in the South Subregion, as
identified through the Communities of Opportunity Initiative. The Consortium
will plan for and support fair housing strategies and initiatives designed to
affirmatively further fair housing choice and to increase access to housing and
housing programs. Fair housing will be reported on annually.
Basis for
The Regional Affordable Housing Task Force stated an overarching goal to "strive
Relative
to eliminate cost burden for households earning 80 percent Area Median Income
Priority
and below, with a priority for serving households at or below 50 percent Area
Median Income." The Regional Affordable Housing Task Force recommended a
Five -Year Action Plan as a way to spur the region into action quickly. The Action
Plan includes seven goals and each goal has a number of strategies to achieve the
goal.
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2
Priority Need
Name
Ending Homelessness
Priority Level
High
Population
Extremely Low Income and Low Income
Large Families
Families with Children
Elderly
Public Housing Residents
Rural
Chronic Homelessness
Individuals
Families with Children
Mentally III
Chronic Substance Abuse
Veterans
Victims of Domestic Violence
Unaccompanied Youth
Elderly
Frail Elderly
Persons with Mental Disabilities
Persons with Physical Disabilities
Persons with Developmental Disabilities
Persons with Alcohol or Other Addictions
Victims of Domestic Violence
Non housing Community Development
Geographic
Areas
Affected
Countywide and potential Neighborhood Revitalization Strategy Areas
Associated
Goals
Ending Homelessness
Description
We value working together with collective impact to continue the work to
develop a' cohesive and coordinated homeless system that is grounded in the
principle of Housing First and shared outcomes; we invest in projects that ensure
that homeless households from all sub -populations are treated with dignity and
respect; are returned to permanent housing as quickly as possible; receive
strength -based services that emphasize recovery, as needed; are supported to
graduate from temporary homeless housing as rapidly as possible, and from
permanent supportive housing as soon as they are ready; receive only what they
need to be returned to housing quickly and to be as self-reliant as possible.
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Basis for
Relative
Priority
We value shared outcomes. Shared outcomes include, but are not limited to, the
following: 1) reduce the number of households becoming homeless; 2) reduce
the length of time that households are homeless; 3) increase the rate of exits to
permanent housing; and 4) reduce the number of households that re-enter the
homeless system after exit to permanent housing.
3
Priority Need
Name
Community and Economic Development
Priority Level
High
Population
Extremely Low Income, Low Income, and Moderate Income
Large Families
Families with Children
Elderly
Rural
Chronic Homelessness
Individuals
Families with Children
Mentally III
Chronic Substance Abuse
Veterans
Victims of Domestic Violence
Unaccompanied Youth
Elderly
Frail Elderly
Persons with Mental Disabilities
Persons with Physical Disabilities
Persons with Developmental Disabilities
Persons with Alcohol or Other Addictions
Victims of Domestic Violence
Non -housing Community Development
Geographic
Areas
Affected
Consortium -wide, North/East sub -region, South sub -region, and potential
Neighborhood Revitalization Strategy Areas
Associated
Goals
Community and Economic Development
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Description
Establish and maintain a suitable living environment and expand economic
opportunities for low -and moderate -income people. Our investments across the
Consortium in low-income communities for the benefit of low-income people,
help to ensure equitable opportunities for good health, happiness, safety, self-
reliance and connection to community. Specific strategies include: 1) improve
the ability of health and human services agencies to serve our low to moderate -
income residents safely and effectively, 2) improve the living environment in low
to moderate -income neighborhoods and communities; and 3) preserve and
expand economic opportunities for low to moderate -income residents of the
Consortium. In urban unincorporated King County there is a particular concern
about the impacts of gentrification of the existing community members and
cultural institutions.
Basis for
Our investments in new developments in eligible communities are designed to
Relative
promote a healthy lifestyle, reflect the range of income levels in our region, and
Priority
have accessible connectivity with amenities, services and opportunities. We
invest capital in projects that serve eligible low-income persons at or below 80
percent of AMI, and eligible low-income communities, that improve the
livability for such persons and communities, and emphasize environmental
stewardship, and the health and well-being of the persons that will access the
projects.
Narrative (Optional)
The Consortium's desired outcomes for each goal are impacted by many factors, especially the
larger economy, the health of other federal programs, such as the Section 8 program, and other
federal, state and local funding streams that we don't control and are far beyond the capability
of the Consortium's strategies to accomplish single-handedly. For that reason, it is particularly
important that we work across sectors towards shared outcomes that will help us all make
progress towards our goals. While our goals and outcome statements may exceed our reach, it
is only by making the reach that we can hope to influence them. Annual output goals for each
of the strategies in this plan are dependent upon the continuation of the applicable fund
sources.
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SP-30 Influence of Market Conditions — 91.415, 91.215(b)
Influence of Market Conditions
Affordable Housing Type
Market Characteristics that will influence
the use of funds available for housing type
Tenant Based Rental
Assistance (TBRA)
Income inequality and the thinning of the middle income and
more persons at the lower and higher income levels will
increase the need for tenant based rental assistance.
Shallow Rent Subsidies for
Non -Homeless Special
Needs
With increasing rents, more persons are priced out of market -
rate housing and in need of affordable housing.
New Unit Production
The increasing cost of land and construction coupled with
declining federal resources reduce the ability to produce new
units.
Rehabilitation
The aging affordable housing portfolio will require additional
capital investments.
Acquisition, including
preservation
Preservation will be a major initiative. Housing authorities and
nonprofits will be competing with market -rate developers to
acquire expiring Section 8 projects.
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SP-35 Anticipated Resources — 91.420(b), 91.215(a)(4), 91.220(c)(1,2)
Introduction
The Consortium receives three federal entitlement grants on an annual basis. These federal
funds: 1) CDBG in the approximate annual amount of $5,160,000; 2) HOME in the approximate
annual amount of $3,250,000; and 3) ESG in the approximate annual amount of $307,000, are
the first three resources listed on Table 49 Anticipated Resources below. Other federal, state,
and local funds are listed as well. Like the federal formula grants, the other resources come
with restrictions and regulatory requirements regarding allowed uses. Some, such as Low -
Income Housing Tax Credits (LIHTC) and Continuum of Care funds, are secured through
competitive applications and are not a guaranteed source. Some of these funds, such as the
Regional Affordable Housing Program (RAHP) provide leverage for federal dollars.
• Consolidated Homeless Grant: $3,000,000
• Housing and Essential Needs: $10,236,115
• Regional Affordable Housing Program: $14,000,000
• Mental Illness and Drug Dependency: $2,300,000
• King County Veterans and Human Services Levy; $13,000,000
• King County Document Recording Fee: $2,350,455
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Anticipated Resources
Program
Source of
Funds
(including
leverage
funds)
Uses of Funds
Expected Amount Available Year 2020
Expected
Amount
Available
Remaining
Four Years of
ConPlan
Narrative
Description
Annual
Allocation:
Program
Income:
Prior Year
Resources:
Total for Year
One:
CDBG
Federal-
HUD
• Community
Facilities
• Public
Improvements
• Public Services
• Economic
Development
• Housing
• Administration
• Planning
$5,000,000
$160,000
$5,160,000
$20,640,000
Resources
anticipated
based upon
2020 estimated
entitlement.
HOME
Federal—
HUD
• Permanent
housing for
rental and
homeownership
• Administration
$3,250,000
0
$3,250,000
$13,000,000
Resources
anticipated
based upon
estimated 2020
entitlement.
ESG
Federal-
HUD
• Homeless
Prevention
• Emergency
Housing
• Administration
$307,000
0
0
$307,000
$1,228,000
Resources
anticipated
based upon
estimated 2020
entitlement.
Total Federal Grant Resources
$8,557,000
$160,000
$0
$8,629,191
$34,868,000
Table 48 Anticipated Resources
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Explain how federal funds will leverage those additional resources (private, state and local
funds), including a description of how matching requirements will be satisfied.
Federal funds leverage private, state and local funds. The sources of matching funds for housing
funded with HOME are King County's local general fund, the Regional Affordable Housing
Program (RAHP) funds and Veterans and Seniors Human Services Levy capital funds. The RAHP
funds are a dedicated state -adopted housing resource (a document recording fee surcharge)
administered by King County and targeted to the creation of affordable housing. Veterans and
Seniors Human Services levy capital funds are local fund source targeted to housing
development projects that provide permanent supportive housing to homeless veterans and
other homeless families and individuals. The source of match for the HOME -funded ownership
occupied rehabilitation activities are owner contributions. The primary source of match for ESG
projects is the RAHP fund.
If appropriate, describe publicly owned land o.r property located within the jurisdiction that
may be used to address the needs identified in the plan.
On July 22, 1996, the Metropolitan King County Council unanimously passed an ordinance that
provides that if a parcel of property is surplus to the needs of King County, and is suitable for
housing, then it should be sold or leased for the purpose of affordable housing. The Facilities
Management Division shall determine whether any of the County departments has a need for
surplus property that is related to the provision of essential government services. If the
property is not needed for the provision of essential government services, the Facilities
Management Division shall determine if the property is suitable for affordable housing.
In addition to the King County surplus land ordinance, a number of partner jurisdictions in the
Consortium have similar legislation and have made land available for affordable housing, either
through donation or a long-term lease at favorable terms.
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SP-40 Institutional Delivery Structure — 91.415, 91.215(k)
Explain the institutional structure through which the jurisdiction will carry out its consolidated plan
including private industry, non-profit organizations, and public institutions.
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Responsible Entity
Responsible Entity
Type
Role
Geographic Area
Served
King County
Department of
Community and Human
Services — Housing,
Homelessness and
Community
Development
Government
Lead for King County
Consortium. Staffs the
Regional Joint
Recommendations
Committee
King County
Regional Joint
Recommendations
Committee (JRC)
Governmental inter-
jurisdictional body
Provides funding
recommendations and
advice on guidelines
and procedures for
King County and its
consortia city partners
King County CDBG,
HOME, and RAHP
Consortium
City of Auburn
Government
Administrates CDBG
entitlement for City of
Auburn
City of Auburn
City of Bellevue
Government
Administrates CDBG
entitlement for City of
Bellevue
City of Bellevue
City of Federal Way
Government
Administrates CDBG
entitlement for City of
Federal Way
City of Federal Way
City of Kent
Government
Administrates CDBG
entitlement for City of
Kent
City of Kent
City of Burien
Government
Administrates CDBG
entitlement for City of
Burien
City of Burien
City of Kirkland
Government
Joint Agreement City
member of the
Consortium
City of Kirkland
City of Redmond
Government
Joint Agreement City
member of the CDBG
Consortium
City of Redmond
City of Renton
Government
Joint Agreement City
pass through member
of the CDBG
Consortium
City of Renton
City of Shoreline
Government
Joint Agreement City
member of the CDBG
Consortium
City of Shoreline
Table 51— Institutional Delivery Structure
Assess of Strengths and Gaps in the Institutional Delivery System
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Strengths
The Consortium works closely with public and private funders to maximize program delivery
and to leverage other funds, such as Low -Income Housing Tax Credits, King County and Renton
Housing Authority -provided Section 8 and VASH (Veterans Affairs Supportive Housing)
vouchers, private foundation funds, and local jurisdiction resources.
The Joint Recommendations Committee (JRC) is an inter -jurisdictional body that provides
specific funding recommendations and advice on guidelines and procedures for King County
and its consortium city partners on a wide range of Housing, Homelessness and Community
Development issues. The JRC was created through the interlocal cooperation agreements that
formed the King County Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Consortium, the King
County HOME Investment Partnerships (HOME) Consortium, and the King County Regional
Affordable Housing Program (RAHP) Consortium and is now codified in the King County Code in
Title 24, Chapter 24.13.
The JRC is made up of three King County representatives appointed by the King County
Executive, and eight representatives of cities outside the City of Seattle that participate in the
King County Consortium. The City of Seattle participates on the JRC for some meetings
regarding regional fund sources that are available for use in the City of Seattle. JRC meetings
are open to the public. Some meetings are designated meetings for the gathering of public
testimony and are specifically advertised as such.
The King County Housing, Homelessness and Community Development Program staffs the JRC
and prepares and presents reports and recommendations for funding awards and procedures
that guide the Housing, Homelessness and Community Development programs. In fulfilling its
duties, the JRC considers the advice of interjurisdictional sub -regional advisory committees,
made up of one representative from each; participating jurisdiction in a sub -region. The advisory
committees are convened to assist HHCDD staff in the review and recommendation of projects
and programs undertaken in the sub region.
The Community Development Coordinator is the CDBG lead who works closely with the
jurisdiction cities. The Housing Finance Coordinator is the HOME lead who works closely with
the HOME Consortium. King County has a strong CoC with leadership from the public and
private sectors, the King County and Renton Housing Authorities, nonprofits, foundations, and
faith -based communities.
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Identified gaps
• Anit-displacement policies/programs for areas with rapidly increasing housing and land
costs.
• Increasing costs of land.
• Loss or temporary closing of human service agencies due to loss of funding.
• Increases in administrative cost burdens.
• Continued need for more proactive early childhood programs.
Availability of services targeted to homeless persons and persons with HIV and mainstream
services
Within the CDBG Consortium there are Regular Consortium members and Joint Agreement
Consortium members. Regular Consortium members (29 of the 33 CDBG partners), through the
Interlocal Agreement process, direct human service funding to services for homeless
populations or for the prevention of homelessness. The Joint Agreement Consortium members
make independent funding decisions regarding the use of CDBG human service funding.
Persons with HIV are assisted but the Consortium does not have services targeted to people
with HIV. The City of Seattle is the designated HOPWA entitlement recipient and they have
reported on services targeted to persons with HIV in the City of Seattle Consolidated Plan.
Homelessness Prevention
Services
Available in the
Community
Targeted to
Homeless
Homelessness Prevention Services
Counseling/Advocacy
X
X
Legal Assistance
X
X
Mortgage Assistance
X
Rental Assistance :
X
X
Utilities Assistance
X
X
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Homelessness Prevention Services
Available in
the
Community
Targeted to
Homeless
Street Outreach Services
Law Enforcement
X
X
Mobile Clinics
X
X
Other Street Outreach Services
X
X
Supportive Services
Alcohol & Drug Abuse
X
X
Child Care
X
X
Education
X
X
Employment and Employment Training
X
X
Healthcare
X
X
HIV/AIDS
X
X
Life Skills
X
X
Mental Health Counseling
X
X
Transportation
X
X
Other
Cultural Navigation
X
X
Table 38 — Homeless Prevention Services Summary
Describe how the service delivery system including, but not limited to, the services listed
above meet the needs of homeless persons (particularly chronically homeless individuals and
families, families with children, veterans and their families, and unaccompanied youth).
All Home, the local CoC, released its draft Strategic Plan for 2015-2018. It is framed around Rare
(prevention, availability of affordable housing, end criminalization); Brief and One Time
(address crisis as quickly as possible, match and place to appropriate housing, right -size our
homeless system); and governance (Create a community to end homelessness; provide
effective and accountable leadership). The local system implemented coordinated entry for
families and youth and young adults in the past two years and continues to refine those
systems. The CoC developed a coordinated entry system for homeless single adults. Refer to PR
10-Consultation for efforts to coordinate on service delivery for families, families with children,
veterans and their families and unaccompanied youth.
Describe the strengths and gaps of the service delivery system for special needs population
and persons experiencing homelessness, including, but not limited to, the services listed
above.
Strengths of the service delivery system are identified below:
• Leaders that take a regional approach to homelessness
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• The Affordable Care Act
• A long standing, dedicated, and sophisticated CoC
• Staff in government, foundations and nonprofits that are forward thinking and provide
regional leadership active at the national level
• Coordination with the Veteran's Administration
• Strong ties to private foundations such as United Way, the Gates Foundation, the
Seattle Foundation, and the Raikes Foundation
• A robust nonprofit environment
• Three strong public housing authorities working in collaboration with the public funders
and All Home. The King County Housing Authority is a Moving to Work housing authority
Gaps of the service delivery system are identified below:
• Shrinking federal funds
• Increasing numbers of low-income households, due to the shrinking of the middle class
• Some inefficiencies in the health care delivery and services systems, which are being
addressed
• Persons with serious mental illness and a shortage of mental health beds
• Persons involved with the justice system
Provide a summary of the strategy for overcoming gaps in the institutional structure and
service delivery system for carrying out a strategy to address priority needs.
Rather than reduce expectations and goal outcomes for service delivery, in light of shrinking
federal grant amounts, the Consortium is undertaking an ambitious King County Health &
Human Services Transformation Vision. Under the Transformation Vision, King County staff
across departments, including Public Health - Seattle & King County, Community and Human
Services, the Department of Natural Resource and Parks and the Department of Transportation
is working with a large variety of partners on several initiatives to move close to realization of
the Transformation goals.
Furthermore, the Consortium along with partners is working in support of a housing benefit for
persons receiving Medicaid to further stretch scare resources and provide more housing and
care.
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SP-45 Goals — 91.415, 91.215(a)(4)
Goals Summary Information
The following table outlines activities and specific goal outcome indicators. The numbers on the
left side demonstrate which of the three overarching goals the activity supports. The other
columns identify the specific activity, program beneficiaries, sources of funding supporting the
activity and outcomes. The annual goal outcomes are a one-year goal. The three overarching
goals are:
Goal One:
Affordable Housing - Ensure healthy and affordable housing for low and
moderate -income households throughout the region and affirmatively further
fair housing.
Goal Two: Homelessness - Strive to make homelessness rare, brief, and one -time and
eliminate racial disparities.
Goal Three:
Community Development - Establish and maintain a healthy and vibrant
community by partnering with local jurisdictions and organizations, improving
the well-being of low- and moderate -income residents, and focusing on
communities with historic disparities in health, income, and quality of life.
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SP-45 Goals - 91.415, 91.215(a)(4)
Goals Summary Information
Sort
Order
Goal Name
Start
Year
End
Year
Category
Geographic Area
Needs Addressed
Funding
Goal Outcome Indicator
Affordable Housing
2020
2024
Affordable
Housing
Homeless
Non -Homeless
Special Needs
Public Housing
Consortium -wide
North/East Sub-
Region
South Sub-
Region
Skyway ;
White Center
SeaTac/Tukwila
Kent
Vashon Island
Rural
Snoqualmie
Valley
Affordable Housing
Ending
Homelessness
CDBG:
$1,924,938
HOME:
$2,877,431
Rental units
constructed:
11 Household Housing
Unit
Homeowner Housing
Added:
2 Household Housing
Unit
Homeowner Housing
Rehabilitated:
200 Household Housing
Unit
Direct Financial
Assistance to
Homebuyers:
5 Households Assisted
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Sort
Order
Goal Name
Start
Year
End
Year
Category
Geographic Area
Needs Addressed
Funding
Goal Outcome Indicator
2
Ending
Homelessness
2020
2024
Homeless
Affordable
Housing
Consortium -wide
North/East Sub-
Region
South Sub-
Region
Skyway
White Center
SeaTac/Tukwila
Kent
Vashon Island
Rural
Snoqualmie
Valley
Ending
Homelessness
CDBG:
$739,250
ESG:
$326,105
Other Public Services :
1,300
Persons Assisted
Rapid re -housing: 240
Households Assisted
Emergency Shelter:
4,7000 Persons Assisted
Homelessness
Prevention: 101 Persons
Assisted
Homelessness
Diversion: 140
Households Assisted
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Sort
Order
Goal Name
Start
Year
End
Year
Category
Geographic Area
Needs Addressed
Funding
Goal Outcome Indicator
3
Community and
Economic
Development
2020
2024
Non -Homeless
Special Needs
Non -Housing
Community
Development
Consortium -wide
North/East Sub-
Region
South Sub-
Region
Skyway
White Center
SeaTac/Tukwila
Kent
Vashon Island
Rural
Snoqualmie
Valley
Community and
Economic
Development
CDBG:
$2,968,735
Public Facility or
Infrastructure Activities:
15,000 Persons Assisted
Public service activities:
1,300 Persons Assisted
Micro -Enterprise:
140 Persons Assisted
Section 108 Loan
Repayments
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Goal Descriptions
1
Goal Name
Affordable Housing
Goal
Description
Preserve and expand the supply ~'~ affordable housing. This will ,
affordable rental and homeownership projects; .'preservation
eligible households;3) housing repair for income eligible homeowners; and 4) innovative housing models. The Consortium
will engage in other housing activities, collaborations and partnerships to enhance opportunities for equitable
development and the creation/preservation of affordable housing. During the course of the Consolidated Plan, funding
may be prioritized for targeted areas in South King County as identified through the Communities of Opportunity Initiative
or other collaborative processes. Efforts to increase affordable housing, should not harm other community assets such as
small businesses and cultural assets. If impacts are anticipated, extensive community engagement and mitigation actions
should be incorporated. The Consortium will plan for and support fair housing strategies and initiatives designed to
affirmatively further fair housing choice and to increase access to housing and housing programs. Progress toward fair
housing goals will be reported on annually.
2
Goal Name
Ending Homelessness
Goal
Description
",` value working together with collective impact to continue the work to develop a cohesive and coordinated homeless
system that '~grounded
homeless households from all sub -populations (families, youth/young adults, and adults without children) are treated with
dignity and respect; are returned to permanent housing as quickly as possible; receive strength -based services that
emphasize recovery, as needed; are supported to graduate from temporary homeless housing as rapidly as possible, and
from permanent supportive housing as soon as they are ready; receive only what they need to be returned to housing
quickly and to be as self-reliant as possible; we are not a one size fits all system. Support: 1) a range of housing options; 2)
programs and services; 3) address the temporary housing needs and other needs of households when homelessness
occurs; and 4) programs that prevent homelessness and that assist households in being diverted from having to enter the
homeless system. Specific programs include: 1) rapid re -housing; 2) emergency shelters; 3) transitional housing; 4) housing
stability; and 5) shelter diversion. The Consortium will engage in planning and other activities and initiatives to end
homelessness in collaboration with All Home; work in partnerships to enhance opportunities to engage our region in
exploring evidence -based best practices and promising practices to ensure that homelessness is rare, short in duration,
and a one-time occurrence.
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3
Goal Name
Community and Economic Development
Goal
Description
Our investments across the Consortium in low-income communities for the benefit of low-income people, help to ensure
equitable opportunities for good health, happiness, safety, self-reliance and connection to community. Our investments in
new developments in eligible communities are designed topromote a healthy lifestyle, reflect the range of income levels
in our region, and have accessible connectivity with amenities, services and opportunities. Specifically, we support
incubator, local and small businesses, especially if owned by vulnerable populations.
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Estimate the number of extremely low-income, low-income, and moderate -income families
to whom the jurisdiction will provide affordable housing as defined by HOME 91.315(b)(2)
These goal numbers represent the number of new units that are HOME -Assisted households
assisted in a program year.
HOME -Assisted Households
Housing Type
Units
Permanent Housing
13
Homeownership
100
Total
103
Income Level
Units
Affordable to 0%-30% of Area Median
Income
8
Affordable to 31%-50% of Area Median
Income
33
Affordable to 51%-80% of Area Median
Income
70
Total
103
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SP-50 Public Housing Accessibility and Involvement - 91.415, 91.215(c)
Need to Increase the Number of Accessible Units (if Required by a Section 504 Voluntary
Compliance Agreement)
Both housing authorities addressed in this plan have met their Section 504 requirements.
Activities to Increase Resident Involvements
Both KCHA and RHA have numerous activities to increase resident involvement including
extensive school programs, the Family Self -Sufficiency program to help residents reach financial
independence, and work toward long-term goals such as training for a job, education, starting a
business and buying a home.
Is the public housing agency designated as troubled under 24 CFR part 902?
No, neither the KCHA nor the RHA is designated as troubled public housing agencies.
Plan to remove the 'troubled' designation
This is not applicable to KCHA or RHA.
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SP-55 Strategic Plan Barriers to Affordable Housing - 91.415, 91.215(h)
Barriers to Affordable Housing
King County and the Consortium member jurisdictions engage in ongoing efforts to advance
public policy for increasing the supply of affordable housing. This includes the following
activities: 1) evaluation of regulatory barriers to housing production and affordability, 2)
coordinated planning activities among the jurisdictions, 3) streamlining permitting, and 4)
incentive zoning features, such as allowing accessory dwelling units.
Strategy to Remove or Ameliorate the Barriers to Affordable Housing
The King County Growth Management Planning Council, ember jurisdictions and the
Consortium make regular efforts to identify and address barriers to people accessing affordable
housing. Among these efforts is the Urban Growth Capacity Study, underway now, which
informs the member jurisdictions with appropriate information to support development of the
Housing Elements portion of their Comprehensive Plans.
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SP-60 Homelessness Strategy - 91.415, 91.215(d)
Describe how the jurisdiction's strategic plan goals contribute to:
Reaching out to homeless persons (especially unsheltered persons) and assessing their
individual needs
Although not funded through the ESG grant, there are numerous programs that focus on street
outreach to homeless persons in King County. Longstanding programs focus on mentally ill
persons and chronic substance abusers. A mobile medical outreach team operates in south King
County, and Healthcare for the Homeless Network nurse/mental health outreach teams
operate in six cities. Outreach to homeless/LGBTQ/at-risk youth is provided by coordinated
ProYouth outreach workers. Kids Plus works with families on the streets or in tent cities or car
camps countywide. This is an example of collaboration and coordination with other providers
and systems. The CoC has implemented a coordinated entry system for homeless families and
youth and young adult. Coordinated entry for single adults is the next go
Addressing the emergency and transitional housing needs of homeless persons
The Strategic Plan sets goals for shelter and transitional housing, as well as discussing
innovation programs such as rapid re -housing and shelter diversion. The Strategic Plan is
aligned with the All Home Strategic Plan which is framed around making homelessness rare,
brief, and one time, and on governance through working with All Home.
Helping homeless persons (especially chronically homeless individuals and families, families
with children, veterans and their families, and unaccompanied youth) make the transition to
permanent housing and independent living, including shortening the period of time that
individuals and families experience homelessness, facilitating access for homeless individuals
and families to affordable housing units, and preventing individuals and families who were
recently homeless from becoming homeless again.
The King County Consortium is in alignment with the local CoC and through a strong network of
housing and mental health providers to ensure that homelessness is rare, brief and one-time.
The community is working to address the causes of homelessness, to shift funding and
programming to meet the needs of people experiencing homelessness, and to follow best
practices.
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Help low-income individuals and families avoid becoming homeless, especially extremely
low-income individuals and families who are likely to become homeless after being
discharged from a publicly funded institution or system of care, or who are receiving
assistance from public and private agencies that address housing, health, social services,
employment, education or youth needs
King County has established policies, system guidelines, and processes regarding discharge of
persons from publicly -funded institutions or systems of care (such as health care facilities,
foster care, other youth facilities, or correction programs and institutions) to help prevent such
discharge from resulting in homelessness.
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SP-65 Lead -based Paint Hazards - 91.415, 91.215(i)
Actions to address LBP hazards and increase access to housing without LBP hazards
SP-65 Lead -based Paint Hazards - 91.415, 91.215(i)
Actions to address LBP hazards and increase access to housing without LBP hazards
King County has participated on a statewide lead task force that was responsible for developing
Washington State Lead -Based Paint Legislation. The legislation was signed by the governor and
effective as of June 10, 2004. King County also participates in a Western Washington
networking group of home repair service providers. Discussions in this group center around
home repair issues, including lead hazards, and lead based paint legislation.
The King County Housing Repair Program, which' coordinates the consortium's home repair
programs for existing ownership housing of low to moderate -income households conducts lead
hazard reduction work in-house. Four staff persons are currently Washington State certified risk
assessors; they conduct paint inspec#ions, and/or a risk assessment as needed on homes built
before 1978 that are eligible for repair program funding. If lead hazard reduction is required for
a given home repair project, the hazard reduction work is incorporated into the scope of the
project. Housing Repair Program staff members monitor the lead hazard reduction work and
perform clearance inspections when requir
ed.
The King County Housing Finance Program, which administers the capital contracts for
affordable rental and ownership housing projects for the consortium, requires all projects to
comply with lead paint requirements.
How are the actions listed above related to the extent of lead poisoning and hazards?
The actions of the King County Consortium Housing Repair Program and the King County
Housing Finance Program ensure a consistent and systematic approach to work on homes and
apartment buildings with lead -based paint present.
How are the actions listed above integrated into housing policies and procedures?
The King County Housing Repair Program is a Washington State certified firm and accredited to
teach the Renovate, Repair and Paint (RRP) curriculum. This course is designed by the State of
Washington Department of Commerce for training licensed and bonded contractors and their
employees in lead safe work practices and RRP. They follow HUD protocols for repairs to
housing, and for houses built before 1978. The Housing Finance Program has contracting
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process protocols with a due diligence item requiring a Phase I Environmental Site Assessment
and, if suspect materials are noted, a follow up Phase II Environmental Review.
SP-70 Anti -Poverty Strategy - 91.415, 91.215(j)
Jurisdiction Goals, Programs and Policies for reducing the number of Poverty -Level Families
How are the Jurisdiction poverty reducing goals, programs, and policies coordinated with this
affordable housing plan?
King County Health and Human Services Transformation Vision has set a goal that by 2020, the
people of King County will experience gains in health and well-being because our community
worked collectively to make the shift from a costly, crisis -oriented response to health and social
problems, to one that focuses on prevention, embraces recovery, and eliminates disparities.
Under the Transformation vision, King County staff across departments, including Public Health,
Community and Human Services, Natural Resources and Parks, and Transportation is working
with a large variety of partners on several initiatives to move' closer to realization of the
Transformation goals. Initiatives include:
• The Familiar Faces Initiative is a King County -wide collective impact partnership focused
on improving systems of health and social support services and crisis prevention for jail -
involved individuals who have mental health or substance use conditions, many of
whom experience homelessness. Initially focused on a sentinel population of individuals
with four or more bookings in a year, the initiative's multiple strategies aim to transform
the health and human services system to better serve all people in King County.
Strategies center around diversion from criminal legal system involvement and
development of the "divert to what" infrastructure —the system of community -based
care needed as an alternative to jail or emergency department utilization for individuals
in behavioral health crisis. To help formulate equitable and appropriate strategies, the
Initiative' embeds the wisdom, perspective and knowledge of people who have lived
experience in these systems through the Advisory Board, made up of individuals with
multiple jail bookings, both misdemeanor and felony charges and convictions, and
experience utilizing many different programs and services.
• Best Starts for Kids Prevention Levy — King County hopes to place an initiative on the
ballot in 2015 for a voter -approved levy to fund upstream prevention programs in three
areas: 1.) Birth to Early School Aged, 2.) Youth and Young Adults, 3.) Communities of
Opportunity — funding for communities that are working in collective impact in a
community -driven, pro -active model to bring about positive results in life outcomes for
our children and families in King County.
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• Communities of Opportunity — King County is partnering with the Seattle Foundation for
the Communities of Opportunity initiative with the ambitious goal of creating greater
health, social, economic and racial equity in King County so that all people thrive and
prosper.
• Accountable Communities of Health — King County Public Health staff are coordinating
across departments and with multiple community partners to move forward changes in
our approach to health and well-being, moving us to an approach that better integrates
services and supports, values the social determinants of health and focuses on the
determinants of equity. Behavioral health integration is an essential component of the
work to better integrate behavioral health, health services and preventative healthcare.
• Regional Access Points — In 2016 King County began funding Regional Access Points
(RAPs) to ensure all residents have local access to our Coordinated Entry
system. Households experiencing homelessness can easily get help finding housing and
other resources to address their housing crisis. Where transportation to a RAP is a
barrier, mobile services are provided ensuring the County's commitment to providing
equitable access to all is achieved. RAP's were the first in our county to provide
homelessness diversion services; a strategy that targets people as they are applying for
entry into a shelter by helping them identify immediate alternate housing arrangements
and, if necessary, connecting them with services and financial assistance to help them
return to permanent housing. King County RAP's have effectively become the "front
door" of our emergency housing crisis system.
These specific initiatives are tied together through a broad results -based framework to effect
profound changes that will move us to a system that is primarily preventative rather than
primarily crisis -oriented, to alleviate poverty. Policy and system change issues will be identified
through this work at many levels of government, and work will be done across sectors to try to
impact such policy and system changes.
How are the Jurisdiction pover
affordable housing plan?
educing goals, programs, and policies coordinated with this
The Consolidated Plan contains elements in a number of strategies that support funding for
affordable housing and community development in coordination with the Transformation
initiatives.
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SP-80 Monitoring - 91.230
Describe the standards and procedures that the jurisdiction will use to monitor activities
carried out in furtherance of the plan and will use to ensure long-term compliance with
requirements of the programs involved, including minority business outreach and the
comprehensive planning requirements
The King County Community Services Division (CSD) Contract Monitoring Handbook expands
the procedures called out in the Department of Community and Human Services (DCHS)
Procedures for Contract Compliance Monitoring. It establishes appropriate and effective
mechanisms for ensuring compliance with federal and non-federal requirements to assure that
contract goals are achieved. The procedures integrate financial and programmatic monitoring.
Federal and state funds have strict monitoring requirements. Monitoring of County -funded
contracts is a good business practice and stewardship of public funds. Contractors who receive
funding in the amount of $100,000 or more are required to submit a financial audit and
contractors who expend over $750,000 of federal funds are required to submit a Single Audit
(formerly referred to as an A-133 Audit). Fiscal staff reviews all audits. A contract monitoring
team reviews each submitted quarterly report and monitors program progress.
The Housing, Homelessness and Community Development Division implements CDBG, HOME,
ESG, and HUD Continuum of Care funded activities. Contracts with subrecipients include project
goals and requirements. This ensures that subrecipients are complying with applicable federal
regulations, Office of Management and Budget circulars and King County ordinances
(regulatory requirements) relating to financial management systems, procurement and
contracting, property management and disposition, labor standards, record keeping and
reporting requirements
Procedures include site visits to monitor program performance, compliance with federal
requirements, fiscal monitoring, and desk monitoring. All invoices are reviewed for accuracy.
Activities are reviewed for federal cross -cutting requirements such as environmental review,
relocation, and labor standards.
The Consortium supports activities under Goal Three: Establish and Maintain a Suitable Living
Environment and Economic Opportunities for low -and moderate -income persons to assist small
business owners, including minority owned businesses, with technical assistance, access to
business opportunities and loans. An important strategy in pursuing Equity and Social Justice
work is support and funding for Microenterprise programs in South King County.
Microenterprise programs have specific non-English speaking and immigrant outreach
components designed to meet the entrepreneurial needs of King County's most diverse area.
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