Addressing East Jerusalem's housing needs requires a shift in financing and delivery to overcome the limits of unlicensed construction, which has predominantly met demand over the past decade in areas beyond the separation wall. A similar scale of construction is now needed on the western side, but in a planned and licensed manner, despite higher costs from planning, legal fees, taxes, and land confiscation. To deliver affordable housing aligned with average salaries, innovative development models and financial products are essential. Of the seven models explored in a 2022 report, only commercial and self-build are widely used, while cooperatives, purchase groups, partnerships, and a development-agency approach offer potential to expand affordable housing supply through strategic application in East Jerusalem.