(1) The housing goals and policies in the Straits Regional Plan supplement an extensive housing section in the County-wide Plan. The eastern portion of the Straits Region is a very rural area. Rising land prices are beginning to limit the availability of affordable housing in this region. Most newly developed affordable housing opportunities will be found within the urban area of Joyce where multifamily housing and manufactured home parks would be located.

(2) The Crescent Community Council is also recommending adoption of a new pattern of rural development called rural low density/mixed use. Under this development pattern, rural land owners would be able to sell smaller lots in rural areas than is possible at present. This new land development option will allow for the development of affordable lots in rural areas. The plan also encourages the development of accessory housing associated with existing residences. These housing units could either be within an existing house or could be in a separate unit such as a converted garage or other outbuilding.