The Affordable Housing Advisory Committee (AHAC) is a joint committee of Flagler County and the City of Palm Coast. Its role is to examine the regulatory framework that shapes the development of housing affordable to local residents with modest incomes and below.
The committee reviews policies, ordinances, and development procedures that influence housing supply and affordability. It makes recommendations to the County Commission and City Council on ways to encourage the creation of affordable rental and ownership housing—helping reduce reliance on direct subsidies. This work supports local governments in meeting their responsibility to plan for housing that is available and affordable across the income spectrum for both current and future residents.
AHAC meets monthly to review existing incentives and development regulations, and prepares an annual report of recommendations each November. The report is formally presented to both governing bodies.
No. AHAC does not manage or oversee housing programs for individuals or families. Its role is to review regulations and recommend policy changes that affect how affordable housing is developed.
No. A Housing Authority is an independent agency that may own and manage affordable rental housing. AHAC is not a Housing Authority—it is an advisory committee formed under state law to review regulatory incentives for affordable housing and make recommendations to local governing bodies.
No. Flagler County does not own or operate housing units. AHAC’s focus is on reviewing policies, ordinances, and development regulations—not managing properties or programs.
In accordance with Florida Statute 420.9076, the committee must review 11 regulatory incentives that influence housing supply and affordability. These cover local policies, ordinances, and development procedures that affect how affordable housing can be created and preserved.
AHAC provides recommendations to the Flagler County Board of County Commissioners and the Palm Coast City Council. Its annual report is presented to both governing bodies each November.
Appointments alternate between the Flagler County Board of County Commissioners and the Palm Coast City Council.
• Palm Coast appointees must reside within Palm Coast city limits. • Flagler County appointees may reside anywhere within Flagler County. • Members representing either jurisdiction must live within Palm Coast or unincorporated Flagler County.
Yes. Members must also meet the professional or community representation categories listed in Florida Statute 420.9076. This ensures a mix of perspectives on housing issues.
The committee meets monthly to review incentives, policies, and regulations and to prepare its annual report.
Yes. All AHAC meetings are open to the public, and residents are welcome to observe and learn more about housing policy discussions.
The City of Palm Coast and Flagler County advertise vacancies as they arise. Interested citizens may attend public AHAC meetings, review committee information, and submit an application during an open recruitment period. To learn if there is a current vacancy and where to apply, contact HousingServices@flaglercounty.gov.
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