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.
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.
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.
More people are starting to support ADUs and smaller lots, but community opposition remains a major barrier to housing reforms. How can Utah balance growth?
Short-term housing such as Airbnb and VRBO rentals make up some twenty thousand houses in Utah. What if those were available for residents to buy? Could this solve the affordable housing shortage?
