Study Could Determine City’s Needs for Housing and Efficiency

June 17, 2025

CORPUS CHRISTI, TX – At today’s regularly scheduled City Council meeting, the Planning and Development Department presented a proposed Housing Needs Assessment and Toolkit to the Mayor and Council. This initiative will be included in the Corpus Christi Housing Finance Corporation (CCHFC) 's FY 2026 budget.

The CCHFC discussed the potential advantages of conducting a comprehensive housing study, which would be financed by the Corporation, and is seen as a crucial step in enhancing the effectiveness and efficiency of its operations. 

“This initiative reflects our commitment to responsible, data-driven decision-making that prioritizes the needs of our residents,” said Mayor Paulette Guajardo. “By launching this study through the Corpus Christi Housing Finance Corporation, we are taking a closer look at how we can better utilize our tools, optimize our resources, and strengthen the impact of every housing dollar spent. The findings will help shape a more efficient, transparent, and effective approach to meeting Corpus Christi’s current and future housing needs.”

Here are some key reasons for pursuing this study:

  • Assessment of Tools and Utilization: One of the study's primary objectives is to assess whether the Corporation possesses the necessary tools to address housing issues and evaluate whether they are being utilized to their full potential. This involves thoroughly analyzing current strategies, technologies, and resources, ensuring they align with the Corporation’s goals.

  • Data-Driven Recommendations: The study aims to strengthen the foundation for recommendations regarding allocating public funds and subsidies. By gathering and analyzing data, the Corporation can ensure that its decisions are well-supported by factual and up-to-date information, thereby increasing transparency and accountability in fund management.

  • Budget Optimization: With a limited budget, ensuring that every dollar is spent wisely is crucial. The study will help identify areas where spending can be optimized, potentially uncovering opportunities for cost savings and more efficient resource allocation. This can lead to more impactful projects and greater overall benefit to the community.

  • Measuring Success and Understanding Needs: A baseline understanding of the current housing situation and needs is essential for measuring future success. The study will provide a detailed snapshot of the existing conditions, allowing the Corporation to set realistic goals and benchmarks. This understanding will also help better tailor future initiatives to address the community's needs and challenges.

The proposed housing study is an essential initiative to guide the Corpus Christi Housing Finance Corporation towards more informed and effective housing solutions.

For more information, media representatives can contact Senior Public Information Officer Gabriela Morrow at 361-826-3583 or Gabrielam@cctexas.com.