USVI Innovative Housing
Construction Summit
Building Tomorrow’s Homes Today
UPCOMING EVENTS
Innovative Housing Summit 2025
Shaping the future of housing with smarter, affordable, and resilient solutions for the Virgin Islands—bringing together innovators, policymakers, and community voices to turn ideas into action.
October 23, 2025
Location: St. Thomas, UVI Innovation Center
Kick off the summit with powerful keynote panels, breakout sessions, and live demonstrations. From fresh ideas on affordability to hands-on exhibits, Day 1 sets the stage for innovation and collaboration.
October 24, 2025
Location: St. Croix, UVI Great Hall Room
Day 2 focuses on teamwork and solutions. Join us for an inter-island collaboration breakfast, interactive workshops, and the drafting of a shared action agenda to drive real change forward.
USVI Innovative Housing Construction Summit
Building Tomorrow’s Homes Today
UPCOMING EVENTS
Innovative Housing Summit 2025
Shaping the future of housing with smarter, affordable, and resilient solutions for the Virgin Islands—bringing together innovators, policymakers, and community voices to turn ideas into action.
October 23, 2025
St. Thomas, UVI Innovation Center
Kick off the summit with powerful keynote panels, breakout sessions, and live demonstrations. From fresh ideas on affordability to hands-on exhibits, Day 1 sets the stage for innovation and collaboration.
October 24, 2025
St. Croix, UVI Great Hall Room
Day 2 focuses on teamwork and solutions. Join us for an inter-island collaboration breakfast, interactive workshops, and the drafting of a shared action agenda to drive real change forward.
Affordable Housing in
the Virgin Islands
In the Virgin Islands, high construction costs, outdated methods, and strict building codes have made affordable homes and rentals nearly impossible to build.
At the same time, the growth of short-term vacation rentals has pushed local families out of the market, leading to an 18% rise in homelessness between 2022 and 2024.
We believe it’s time for a change.
Affordable Housing in the
Virgin Islands
In the Virgin Islands, high construction costs, outdated methods, and strict building codes have made affordable homes and rentals nearly impossible to build. At the same time, the growth of short-term vacation rentals has pushed local families out of the market, leading to an 18% rise in homelessness between 2022 and 2024.
We believe it’s time for a change.
WHAT NEEDS TO HAPPEN
The Innovative Housing Construction Campaign and Summit is bringing together experts, stakeholders, and the community to find real solutions—through modern building methods, updated codes, and better access to financing—so more Virgin Islanders can have a safe and affordable place to call home.
Smarter Building Methods
We need to introduce modern, cost-saving construction techniques and materials that lower expenses without sacrificing quality or safety.
Updated Building Codes
We need reforms that allow these new methods, which means working closely with lawmakers and regulators to make real change possible.
Better Financing Options
We need access to FHA-backed mortgages and construction loans so more families can finally achieve affordable homeownership.
OUR MISSION
The Innovative Housing Construction Campaign and Summit brings together local leaders, experts, and community members to find real solutions for affordable housing. We’re not just talking about the problem—we’re working together to build homes that locals can afford, using the best tools, ideas, and partnerships available.
Our Mission
The Innovative Housing Construction Campaign and Summit brings together local leaders, experts, and community members to find real solutions for affordable housing. We’re not just talking about the problem—we’re working together to build homes that locals can afford, using the best tools, ideas, and partnerships available.
THE STRATEGY
The Campaign & Summit
The Innovative Housing Construction Campaign and Summit is a series of events led by Sen Marvin Blyden and the Virgin Islands Territorial Association of REALTORS® (VITAR), with support from the National Association of REALTORS® (NAR). It brings together stakeholders and community voices to find real solutions for affordable housing in the Virgin Islands.
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This effort is backed by public, private, and nonprofit partners—including Sen. Marvin Blyden, Chair of the VI Legislature Committee on Housing. Sen. Blyden has championed affordable housing through legislation like Bill 29 VIC Section 713(3), which provides tax exemptions to lower development costs and open the door to more affordable homes.
THE STRATEGY
The Campaign & Summit
The Innovative Housing Construction Campaign and Summit is a series of events led by Sen. Marvin Blyden and the Virgin Islands Territorial Association of REALTORS® (VITAR), with support from the National Association of REALTORS® (NAR).
It brings together stakeholders and community voices to find real solutions for affordable housing in the Virgin Islands.
Powered by Partnerships
This effort is backed by public, private, and nonprofit partners—including Sen. Marvin Blyden, Chair of the VI Legislature Committee on Housing.
Sen. Blyden has championed affordable housing through legislation like Bill 29 VIC Section 713(3), which provides tax exemptions to lower development costs and open the door to more affordable homes.
Who Will Be Involved
Thanks to NAR grant funding, the campaign will feature a series of educational events and hands-on summits that bring together:
Builders &
Contractors
Tradespeople
& Skilled Workers
Architects &
Appraisers
Experts in Modern
& Sustainable
Building
Mortgage & Insurance Professionals
Building Material Suppliers & Manufacturers
Government Agencies & Code Inspectors
Community Leaders & Policymakers
These events will provide space for open dialogue, innovation demos, feedback on policy reforms, and real collaboration between decision-makers and the people on the ground.
Who Will Be Involved
Thanks to NAR grant funding, the campaign will feature a series of educational events and hands-on summits that bring together:
Builders & Contractors
Tradespeople & Skilled Workers
Architects & Appraisers
Experts in Modern & Sustainable Building
Mortgage & Insurance Professionals
Building Material Suppliers & Manufacturers
Government Agencies & Code Inspectors
Community Leaders & Policymakers
These events will provide space for open dialogue, innovation demos, feedback on policy reforms, and real collaboration between decision-makers and the people on the ground.
JOIN US AND BE PART OF THE SOLUTION
Whether you’re a builder, a policymaker, a renter, or a concerned citizen, your voice matters. Together, we can build a stronger, more affordable housing future for the Virgin Islands.
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