Real Property Law Institute Series: All Kinds of Kinds – A Discussion on Accommodating Affordable Housing in Central Ohio
You asked for shorter programs without sacrificing substance — and we listened.
We’re excited to introduce a new format for our annual Real Property Law Institute that delivers the same high-quality content, practical insights, and expert perspectives you value, now offered in convenient one-hour sessions. Join us for focused, flexible learning designed to fit your schedule while still providing the depth and relevance you expect.
As Columbus continues to experience significant growth, ensuring access to affordable housing remains a key challenge for policymakers, developers, and the legal community. This program will examine how the city is approaching housing affordability as part of its broader development strategy and what legal and regulatory considerations shape those efforts.
- Review of programs and mechanisms to promote affordable housing strategies as a critical component of the City’s growth initiatives.
- Balancing the regulatory and practical challenges of accommodating an appetite for development and preserving space for all of Columbus’ citizens.
Speaker: Erin Prosser
As the Deputy Director of Housing Strategies for the City of Columbus, Erin Prosser brings nearly two decades of public and private sector experience leading the planning, development and engagement for numerous high-profile projects. She most recently served as the director of community development in the Department of Planning, Architecture and Real Estate at The Ohio State University, where she oversaw the revitalization of Weinland Park – including the addition of nearly 500 affordable housing units – and the 7.5-acre redevelopment of the 15th Avenue and High Street intersection. Prior to her time with the university, she worked as a planner at MKSK Studios, a multi-disciplinary design and planning firm, and served as a planner for Franklin County’s Economic and Planning Department. She holds a master’s degree in city and regional planning from The Ohio State University and a bachelor’s degree in Philosophy from Bowling Green State University.
1.0 CLE Hour