Policy Initiatives

RHLS dedicates a significant portion of our practice to overcoming policy-based barriers to progress. Our experienced attorneys analyze public policy and systemic elements with the benefit of historical perspective and the advantage of a visionary eye, quickly identifying critical issues and pinpointing unmet needs.

Collaborating for Change

Crafting innovative solutions is an ongoing group effort. RHLS addresses complex legislative issues in collaboration with a broad network of strategic partners — policymakers, government officials, legal colleagues, funders and other experts essential to improving the system that governs affordable housing and community development.

Preserving Investment

RHLS knows how difficult it is to build and maintain affordable housing and to engage in community-driven economic development. So, when new policies are discussed that would move us backward. RHLS is there to educate the public about what is really at stake.

Implementing Pioneering Programs

RHLS has worked with governmental entities to help develop programs that fill critical needs in housing and economic development. Read about our work on HCP and MUFFI.

Optimizing Incentives

When existing programs are not working as well as they could, RHLS attorneys provide insights that help turn marginal programs into highly productive ones. Read about our work on the Neighborhood Assistance Program (NAP).