The Oregon Housing Infrastructure Support Fund has awarded the City of Brookings the maximum $100,000 grant to complete a comprehensive Housing Needs Analysis.
This significant planning effort will provide the City with critical data to guide infrastructure investments, address housing needs, and align with upcoming state regulations expected in January 2026.
“This funding gives us a real opportunity to be proactive,” said City Manager Tim Rundel. “By identifying our infrastructure needs alongside our housing goals, we’ll be better positioned to secure future state and federal grants and make smart, targeted investments that benefit the entire community.”
Administered by the Oregon Business Development Department, the Oregon Housing Infrastructure Support Fund program helps cities prepare for housing growth by funding infrastructure planning for water, sewer, stormwater, and transportation systems.
“This is the foundation we need to plan responsibly, build efficiently, and support long-term community growth,” said Wendy Giordano, Grant/Project Manager for the City.
The Housing Needs Analysis will evaluate current and future housing needs, identify infrastructure constraints, and offer policy recommendations to support housing at densities of at least six units per net residential acre, as required by the HISF program and anticipated state guidelines.
“The Housing Needs Analysis is about more than meeting requirements, it’s about planning wisely for Brookings’ future. This grant helps us make decisions that are grounded in solid data and focused on keeping Brookings a great place to live.” Mayor Isaac Hodges added.
Importantly, the City’s work aligns with the expected release of new Oregon Administrative Rules in January 2026 related to housing and infrastructure planning.
By completing the Housing Needs Analysis in 2026, Brookings will be ready to comply with new requirements and well positioned to attract future infrastructure funding.
The study will also engage local stakeholders, such as developers, service providers, and community members to ensure the final plan reflects Brookings’ needs and priorities.
