RAPIDO update--March 17

Presented by Nick Mitchell-Bennett Executive Director, CDCB

March 17, 2015

an update on RAPIDO

Recap: What’s RAPIDO?

RAPIDO pilot program utilizes/test a temporary-topermanent housing strategy that deploys a CORE temporary housing unit to a family’s property, then through collaboration with the family, trained designers, architects, and local contractors, is expanded and customized to meet each family’s needs.

20 prototype homes for families in Hidalgo, Cameron, and Willacy counties.

Houses built = 7

Barajas family (before + after)

Melendez family

(before + after)

Inside Melendez house

Under construction = 13

13 homes    

4 Houses to finish in March 2 Houses to finish in April 6 Houses to finish in May 1 House to finish in June

The policy component • In February we delivered the Disaster Recovery Housing program report to the Texas General Land Office. • It includes: A) Policy Recommendations B) Technical Guide (a step-by-step manual for local jurisdictions who adopt the program) C) A Program Comparison that details post disaster housing pilot programs and common challenges.

Moving forward