You can expect to hear more about the Door County Housing Partnership in the coming months after the organization helped celebrate its involvement with Door County Habitat for Humanity’s 45th home build.

It was the first time the two organizations addressed affordable housing in Door County together. By operating on a community land trust model, the Door County Housing Partnership ensures the property the home stands on remains affordable for years to come. Donations to the organizations help provide the subsidy that bridges the gap between what it costs to provide the home and what is deemed to be affordable. The model the Door County Housing Partnership is based on is used in over 200 areas across the country. It was a learning experience, but DCHP President Jim Honig is excited about its future direction.

In addition to partnering with Door County Habitat for Humanity on at least one more home in the immediate future, the DCHP will also play a role in workforce housing in Sister Bay as a part of the $3.5 million grant awarded by the state to the United Way of Door County on Thursday.