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180 <br />Appendix <br />�� ��| f Affordable Housing <br />l�` <br />����� ��� ' Glossary [l � �� [lU���[� �0Os /���r.~. .�� �-. /~~~~.. � ~/ r�//�//��~.��/~ / /~..~ . .�� Terms, <br />. _ <br />Programs, d Funding Sources <br />ACCeS8ihilhv <br />Refers to an original or modified housing element that enables independent living for <br />persons with disabilities, including: an accessible building entrance and route through <br />the dwelling unit; accessible oornrnon areas; doors usable by a person in am/hee|ohair; <br />environmental o0ntn0|S such as light switches in 800eSSib|e |0o8ti0nS; and usable kitchens <br />and bathrooms. <br />Accessible Unit <br />A dwelling unit that has physical features, such as grab bars or an entrance ramp, that help <br />tenants with mobility impairments gain full use and enjoyment of their apartment. <br />Accessory Dwelling Units (also known G8accessory apartments, guest <br />apartments, in-law apartments, family apartments, or secondary units) <br />Dwelling units that provide supplementary housing and can be integrated into existing <br />neighborhoods with little or no impact on the character of the neighborhood. Because the <br />units are usually small, they are more affordable than full-size rentals and include units both <br />attached toordetached from the primary housing unit. <br />Affordable Housing <br />For the purposes of this plan, the Council adopts the affordability definitions as set forth by <br />HUD, under which housing iS"8ff0rd8b|e"for low- and moderate -income households when <br />they pay no more than 30% of gross household income on housing. <br />Aging in Place <br />The ability to live in one's own home and community safely, independently, and comfortably, <br />regardless of age, income, or ability level. <br />Allocation of Affordable Housing Need (the Need) <br />Provided every 10 years by the Metropolitan Council, the Need reflects the share of <br />forecasted regional household growth that will make less than 8set threshold 0fincome <br />and therefore need affordable housing. The Allocation of Affordable Housing Need is the <br />determination of each community's share of this regional need and the first step in helping <br />communities determine the housing goals and objectives to be included in the housing <br />element oftheir comprehensive plans. <br />Areas ofConcentrated Poverty [*,CP)and Racially Concentrated Areas ofPoverty <br />The Council defines Areas of Concentrated Poverty as census tracts where more than 40% <br />of residents live below 185% of the federal poverty level (as context, 185% of the poverty <br />level for 8typical family 0ffour in2O13was $44,O93).Areas 0fConcentrated Poverty where <br />at least half the residents are people of color are also known as Racially Concentrated Areas <br />of Poverty. <br />Appendices <br />