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About PreserveNOAH

Naturally occurring affordable housing (NOAH) represents 70% of the nation’s affordable rental stock, making it a cornerstone of housing stability for millions of families. However, these properties face distinct challenges in different markets. In high-growth areas, rising rents threaten long-term affordability, while in other communities, disinvestment and deteriorating conditions compromise housing stability.

PreserveNOAH, a collaboration between The Preservation Compact and the Institute for Housing Studies at DePaul University, equips policymakers, housing practitioners, and community leaders with the tools and insights needed to address these challenges. By combining data-driven analysis, practical preservation strategies, and opportunities for collaboration, PreserveNOAH empowers communities to protect this vital housing stock.

Tools and Resources

Interactive Mapping Tool: A powerful platform that provides detailed data analysis to classify rental market types across the U.S. This tool connects users with preservation strategies tailored to their community's specific needs.

NOAH Clearinghouse: A curated resource featuring tested approaches from communities nationwide. The resource includes case studies, financing mechanisms, and policy frameworks that address challenges and enable practitioners to adapt successful preservation approaches to their local context.

Working Together

Preserving NOAH properties supports both housing stability and community well-being. Each preserved property ensures families can access high-quality, affordable housing in the neighborhoods they call home. By safeguarding NOAH, we can ensure stronger, more resilient communities across the country.

Explore our tools, data, and resources at www.preservenoah.com and join the network of housing practitioners, policymakers, and community leaders committed to protecting this essential housing resource.