The Future of Housing in America

In this article from Next American City the author argues for more variety in U.S. housing options in the wake of the mortgage debacle.

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March 14, 2011, 12:00 PM PDT

By Victor Negrete

According to Kyle Shiel, "the role for the planning profession is straightforward: Advocate for policies that increase the range of housing typologies in their communities."

In Shiel's opinion, efforts to reduce lot sizes and allow for more "accessory dwelling units, or mother-in-law apartments" is one way to address the over emphasis on single family homes in America.

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Friday, March 11, 2011 in Next American City

Housing Land Use Urban Development United States Zoning; Housing; Policy

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