By focusing on expanding housing supply and fostering a supportive environment for builders and renters alike, Utah can keep moving in the right direction.
Gen Z doesn’t need to follow the same outdated formula. They need options, freedom and the chance to pursue careers that don’t come with a financial anchor.
Given Utah’s growing demand and high housing costs, it is crucial for policymakers to reduce the regulations surrounding backyard cottage construction.
If we want to ensure future generations can live close to family and maintain the strong social ties that Utah is known for, we must embrace a wider variety of housing types.
