75A - PUBLIC HEARING 5 YR CONSOLITATED PLAN

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disability types. Although it is not possible to disaggregate the individual housing problems by disability, given the age distribution of people with disabilities, it would seem to be unlikely that people with disabilities are disproportionately subject to overcrowding. Just 2.1% of households with elderly heads of household are overcrowded while 5.3% of households with nonelderly heads of household are overcrowded. By contrast, in light of the relatively low earnings of people with disabilities, it is likely that people with disabilities are disproportionately subject to cost burden and severe cost burden. Additional Information Beyond the HUD provided data, provide additional relevant information, if any, about disability and access issues in the jurisdiction and region including those affecting people with disabilities with other protected characteristics. This Assessment has made extensive use of local data throughout the Disability and Access section. The sources of data other than HUD -provided data are noted where appropriate. The program participant may also describe other information relevant to its assessment of disability and access issues. The discussion above provides a comprehensive overview of information relevant to this Analysis. Disability and Access Issues Contributing Factors Consider the listed factors and any other factors affecting the jurisdiction and region. Identify factors that significantly create, contribute to, perpetuate, or increase the severity of disability and access issues and the fair housing issues, which are Segregation, R/ECAPs, Disparities in Access to Opportunity, and Disproportionate Housing Needs. For each contributing factor, note which fair housing issues) the selected contributing factor relates to. • Access for persons with disabilities to proficient schools • Access to publicly supported housing for persons with disabilities • Access to transportation for persons with disabilities • Inaccessible government facilities or services • Inaccessible public or private infrastructure • Lack of access to opportunity due to high housing costs • Lack of affordable in -home or community -based supportive services • Lack of affordable, accessible housing in range of unit sizes • Lack of affordable, integrated housing for individuals who need supportive services • Lack of assistance for housing accessibility modifications • Lack of assistance for transitioning from institutional settings to integrated housing • Lack of local or regional cooperation • Land use and zoning laws • Lending discrimination • Location of accessible housing 266 75A-545