Research Projects
RESEARCH PROJECTS
As the demand for research grows, the leadership of the Foundation remains committed to raising funds for key issues facing the industry. The funds raised will allow the homebuilding industry to be able to truly educate the public on the tremendous benefits of residential construction in California.
Current Studies:
Proven invaluable and provided support for our industry
California's Right to Repair: SB800 - Is It Working?
A study conducted with homebuilding professionals in California measuring the extent of implementation and participation in the SB800 legislation.
The Economic Benefits of Housing in California: The “Fountain Report”. March 2004
Housing California’s Latino Population in the 21st Century: The Challenge Ahead, prepared by the Tomas Rivera Policy Institute. December 2002
In addition...
CHF has distributed over $300,000 in grants over the last five years to fund local industry research. The areas researched include housing affordability, construction dispute resolution, smart growth, land use, and local growth policies.
- The Housing Bottom Line
This study examines the fiscal impact of new housing on California governments, specifically, one-time and new ongoing revenues and expenditures at the city, county, and state levels.
- The Economic Benefits of Housing in California
The housing industry is one of California's most visible and far-reaching industries, but many of the economic benefits of new housing construction and the housing industry at large are not readily apparent.