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DC LEC Task Force: Affordable Housing Directory & GIS Map

Client: DC Limited Equity Housing Task Force Year: 2022 Industry: housing, nonprofit

Built a searchable directory and map of DC housing co-ops.

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Project Overview

Provided a comprehensive digital infrastructure to increase visibility and tracking of limited equity housing co-ops in Washington, DC.

The Challenge

  • Housing cooperatives in DC lacked visibility and a centralized tracking system
  • Existing data was fragmented across multiple organizations
  • Community organizers lacked tools for geographic visualization and advocacy.

Our Approach & Key Contributions

GIS Integration & Mapping System

Developed an interactive map using Mapbox with filterable views showing housing co-op locations; included category-based filtering and responsive UI.

GIS MappingInteractive DesignMapbox API

→ 95+ co-ops visualized on interactive map

Database Design & Spreadsheet Automation

Created a structured backend linked to Google Sheets to allow real-time sync of listings to the frontend without manual WordPress entry.

Spreadsheet AutomationDatabase DesignWorkflow Optimization

→ Real-time sync via Google Sheets

Accessible Searchable Directory

Built a searchable, filterable housing directory to enable residents to find housing options based on specific needs and locations.

Directory UXAccessibilityMobile Optimization

→ Searchable housing options by 10+ data points

Tools & Technologies

WordPressMapboxGoogle Sheets

Outcomes & Results

Enhanced visibility and accessibility of housing co-op options and empowered advocates with real-time geographic tools for planning and outreach.

Created DC's first comprehensive co-op mapping platform; Improved community engagement and visibility of over 95 housing cooperatives.

Key Metrics

95+Co-ops mapped
10+Tracked attributes per listing

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