Green neighborhoods are recognized as attractive real-estate investments, and they have lower per-capita and per-unit infrastructure costs.  However, low-income communities face challenges in attracting appropriate new investment, and the complexity and long build-out of larger mixed-use developments can make them less attractive to short-term lenders. 

Financial solutions such as incentives, grants, and partnerships are available to address these challenges.

Local governments can act in a number of ways to reduce perceived risks for developers, making investment more attractive.  Similarly, they can leverage programs for low-income communities to provide environmental and financial benefits to residents and the community - making these areas more attractive places to live.