Small Scale Housing
UNDERSTANDING OUR COMMUNITY’S NEEDS
Good solutions begin with a clear understanding of the problem.
Research is a foundation of Cover the Coast's work. We gather and analyze local information, undertake community and stakeholder engagement, and work with partners and subject-matter experts to better understand housing needs, service gaps and emerging challenges.
Our research has explored a wide range of issues, including:
Social and housing needs — examining housing insecurity alongside the social services and supports people need to remain successfully housed.
Seniors housing and aging in place — assessing current and future housing needs, available housing and supports, and the experiences of seniors and caregivers.
Property owners and the existing housing supply — surveying property owners to better understand opportunities and barriers to creating or renting secondary suites and other forms of housing.
Treatment and recovery housing — assessing local needs and developing the evidence and business case for expanding treatment and recovery options on the Sunshine Coast.
Housing supply, land and development opportunities — examining housing inventories, land opportunities, development barriers and emerging housing models.
Workforce housing — identifying housing challenges affecting essential service workers and exploring practical responses.
Research does more than produce reports. We use what we learn to identify priorities, inform community conversations, support advocacy and help develop new programs, partnerships and housing solutions.