HAHarvey Walden
6 days agoAffordable Housing Advisory Committee (AHAC)
Affordable Housing Overview
In 1992, the Florida State Legislature approved the William E. Sadowski Affordable Housing Act, creating the State Housing Initiatives Partnership (SHIP) in order to support and expand the availability of affordable housing resources within the State. In 1993, the Nassau County Board of County Commissioners established the local Affordable Housing Advisory committee, in accordance with Florida Statute, Chapter 420.9076, to meet statutory requirements for the planning, implementation, and receipt of affordable housing funds. For Affordable Housing Information and Definitions see Florida Statute, Chapter 420, Part V and Florida Statute, Chapter 420.503. See below for more information on how the SHIP program may be able to assist you. Funding is available through the SHIP Program for down payment assistance, housing construction and rehabilitation/repairs. The SHIP administrator can discuss options and eligibility with you. Please use the following link to access information on the SHIP program.
The Nassau County Affordable Housing Advisory Committee (AHAC) meets on the fourth Wednesday, bi-monthly, at 4 p.m. in the Commission Chambers located at 96135 Nassau Place, Yulee, Florida 32097. Meetings are open to the public. Click here to view Committee Meeting Agendas.
The AHAC is a requirement of participating in the state SHIP program, Further, AHAC explores all issues related to housing in Nassau County; understanding that housing is a complex issue. AHAC looks at a variety of methods for addressing a spectrum of housing issues impacting our residents.
Latest AHAC Resources and Topics of Discussion
Home Matters - 2025 Report from the Florida Housing Coalition
County Housing Assessment
Nassau County and the City of Fernandina Beach partnered to have the University of Florida's Shimberg Center for Housing Studies complete a housing assessment for our community. The final draft was presented to the Affordable Housing Advisory Committee at their December 19, 2018 meeting.
Presentation from University of Florida - October 17, 2018
Final Draft Housing Assessment - Revised November 2018