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1 · HNA Pathway Summary

Which path your town is on

Based on the information provided, the town appears to be on an existing-plan / gap-review path. A 2019 plan is on file that may satisfy part of the SB24-174 requirement, but it predates the current DOLA methodology, so a focused gap review is the most likely next step rather than a full new assessment. A regional HNA is also worth confirming, as a nearby regional entity may be conducting one the town can join.

2 · Missing Data + Documentation Checklist

What to verify before you spend more

• ▢Confirm current population against the latest state demographer estimate — Needs verifying
• ▢Locate the most recent adopted housing or comprehensive plan — Found (2019)
• ▢Identify whether a regional entity is conducting an HNA you can join — Unclear
• ▢Gather Census/ACS and CHAS data at the correct geography — Not started
• ▢Confirm who at the town owns the DOLA submission — Not assigned

3 · Council-Ready Talking Points

A short summary staff can use

• SB24-174 requires our jurisdiction to submit a housing needs assessment to DOLA by December 31, 2026.
• Based on population, we appear to be subject to the requirement.
• We have an existing 2019 plan that may cover part of the requirement, pending a gap review.
• A regional HNA may be an option and could reduce our cost and staff burden.
• Staff recommends a decision on path by [date] to stay ahead of the deadline.
• Estimated next-step cost and timeline are outlined in the attached memo.
• No action is required from council today; this is for awareness and direction.

4 · Recommended Next-Step Memo

What to actually do next

Recommendation: proceed with a focused data gap review against the current DOLA methodology, and in parallel confirm whether a regional HNA is available. Hold off on commissioning a full new assessment until the gap review shows what, if anything, the existing plan is missing. A short council packet can be prepared once the path is confirmed. This sequencing avoids paying for a full assessment the town may not need.