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Article

Abstract

Despite the fact that America is aging, the trend for many cities is to appeal to the Millennial (born between 1977 and 1995) and Generation X (born between 1965 and 1976) populations. Most literature in planning and urban development has focused on appealing to the upcoming generation of young professionals who prefer public transportation and living downtown in walkable communities. New building construction is expanding though new rental housing is mostly targeted toward those with higher incomes, affordable housing is not increasing to the same degree. Consequently, the realization of the growing need for affordable housing for senior adults has only recently been realized. The increasing senior adult population necessitates local government to identify and plan for the impact of the aging population. The senior demographic will have a profound impact on a community in regards to economic security and the delivery of support services. Local government cannot ignore this significant population in the community. This project report includes facts and resources to identify senior housing issues, demonstrates the calculation of population projection and housing within a community, and provides recommendations to address the concern of accessible and affordable senior housing.

Disciplines

Architecture | Urban, Community and Regional Planning

Publication Date

12-1-2017

Language

English

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