Introduction
Housing needs change as we age. A large percentage of older adults want to live independently in their own home as long as they can and stay within the communities in which they have been residing when possible. According to AARP, the population of older adults is growing, there are approximately 45 million Americans age 65 or older. By 2034, people age 65 or over will outnumber children age 17 or younger. Senior citizens being able to remain near the area they know and near the people they have connections with contribute to their health and well-being. Accessible and affordable housing should be considered with new developments to meet the needs of aging adults, especially since there will be a high demand due to the predicted number of older adults. City of Rowlett has and will continue to implement practical solutions and housing options suitable for our resident’s differing incomes, ages and life stages. The Texas State Affordable Housing Corporation encourages developers to create affordable housing and there is a statue to encourage developers to install features in single-family homes to make it easier for older adults to age in place. The City of Rowlett has Economic and Community Development Departments, along with a Planning & Zoning Commission, who partner together for strategic housing standards, designs, and zoning.
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