Inclusionary policies capture some of the value of rising real-estate prices to provide community benefits by using local land-use controls to ensure that much needed affordable housing units are produced along with market-rate units and that the limited supply of developable land is put to work in a way that serves households at all income levels. Inclusionary housing also referred to as “inclusionary zoning” is a flexible tool that can be tailored to local circumstances. There is no one “model” inclusionary-housing policy, but rather several best practices to consider when adopting or amending an ordinance. This factsheet explores the range of policy options to consider when designing a local inclusionary ordinance and highlights best practices that maximize community benefits and fulfill policy goals.