Episode 13 - Understanding Marion's Housing Needs

The City of Marion continues to be a statewide leader in new housing construction and overall community growth. But how do we best understand the current and long term housing needs of our community? How many new single family homes, multi-family units, income qualified properties, or senior living options are in demand over the next five years? How might this demand influence public policy needed to support a diverse mix of housing options?

Maxfield Research and Consulting, LLC performed a housing needs analysis for Marion, which was received and filed by City Council on October 6, 2022. The study analyzed demographic and economic data, and housing market conditions, and provides calculations of housing demand between 2022-2030. It also suggests housing product types and amounts necessary to satisfy current demand and the demand of projected growth.

Join Marion Economic Development as we host Tom Treharne, Community Development Director for the City of Marion, IA,

CLICK HERE to download Marion's full 2022 Housing Needs Assessment.
CLICK HERE to download the presentation Powerpoint slides.