The Central Shenandoah Planning District Commission's (CSPDC) Regional Housing Study is the culmination of a collaborative effort among CSPDC staff, local governments, housing stakeholders and consultants, and includes an analysis of local and regional trends as well as solutions to the unique housing supply and affordability issues that its member localities are facing.

Funded by a grant from Virginia Housing, the Study was developed by industry experts at Virginia Tech’s Center for Housing Research and HousingForward Virginia. The Regional Housing Study is a detailed analysis tailored to the region and its five distinct housing markets. The study team worked closely with local staff and regional stakeholders and engaged in extensive outreach to develop solutions to market challenges that align with local goals and build on existing plans and interests.

Housing Study

  • Consumer Report

    The Consumer Report summarizes the Study's key findings and recommended strategies.

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About the CSPDC

Created in 1969, the CSPDC represents and serves the local governments of Augusta, Bath, Highland Rockbridge and Rockingham counties, and the cities of Buena Vista, Harrisonburg, Lexington, Staunton and Waynesboro as well as the 11 towns within the Central Shenandoah region. The CSPDC works with its member jurisdictions, communities and agencies to provide high-quality planning, technical assistance, and facilitation of services that address local, regional, and state needs in an innovative, timely and cooperative manner. Covering everything from land use planning, transportation, water and waste-water utilities, natural resource management, affordable housing, economic and community development, disaster mitigation and preparedness, agritourism to human services, the CSPDC is an invaluable asset and resource to the region.