Legalize Backyard Cottages: What to Do About ADUs
Attached and detached ADUs, distinct from the already-legal “internal” ADUs, deserve careful consideration from cities and counties. They would enable homeowners to offer relatives and young families entry-level housing, with the...
We Need a Freer Housing Market
The time for bold, market-driven solutions is now, and it begins with zoning reforms that give the housing market the freedom to meet the diverse needs of Utah's growing population.
NIMBYism is Worsening Utah’s Housing Crisis
Local governments and planners must be willing to push back against misinformation and opposition rooted in outdated fears.
Should Government Dictate Home Sizes?
Whatever the situation or personal desire, property owners should have the flexibility to build homes that reflect their specific lifestyle requirements, rather than being forced to conform to arbitrary zoning restrictions.
Should Your City Copy Farmington’s New ADU Ordinance?
What truly sets Farmington's ordinance apart is that it allows property owners to sell their detached ADUs — a noticeable shift towards property rights and housing freedom.
Affordable Housing vs Housing Affordability
At first glance, “housing affordability” and “affordable housing” might seem like interchangeable terms. However, these concepts represent distinct concepts in housing policy, each deserving a closer look.