Office of Policy Development and Research
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Office of Policy Development and Research (PD&R) is the research arm of HUD, focusing on housing policy, market analysis, and program evaluation to support the development of effective housing policies.
Mission
PD&R's mission is to provide the knowledge base for sound housing policy by conducting research into housing dynamics, market conditions, and the impacts of existing programs. It aims to help HUD and other stakeholders make informed decisions that improve housing conditions, affordability, and community development.
Parent organization
PD&R is part of the United States Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD).
Legislation
PD&R was established under the broader mandate of HUD, which was created by the Housing and Urban Development Act of 1965.
Partners
- Universities and research institutions
- State and local governments
- Housing industry professionals and organizations
Number of employees
PD&R employs approximately 150 people.
Organization structure
- Office of the Assistant Secretary provides leadership and policy direction.
- Research and Evaluation Division conducts studies and evaluations.
- Economic Market Analysis Division analyzes housing market trends.
- Program Evaluation Division assesses the impact of HUD programs.
List of programs
- American Housing Survey
- Comprehensive Housing Market Analysis
- Research and Demonstration Grants
- Policy Development and Evaluation Reports
Last total enacted budget
The budget for PD&R in Fiscal Year 2023 was approximately $90 million.
Leader
PD&R is led by the Assistant Secretary for Policy Development and Research.
Services provided
PD&R provides services by conducting research that informs policy, publishing data and reports like the American Housing Survey, offering technical assistance to HUD's program offices, and evaluating the effectiveness of housing policies and programs. It also disseminates its findings through publications and the HUD USER website.
Regulations overseen
While PD&R does not directly oversee regulations, its research significantly influences housing policy, leading to regulatory changes or the development of new policies by HUD and other government entities.
Headquarters address
451 7th Street SW, Washington, DC 20410
Website
https://www.huduser.gov/portal/pdrhome.html
Wikipedia article
There is no specific Wikipedia article for PD&R; for context, see wikipedia:United States Department of Housing and Urban Development.