housing crisis

Local governments and planners must be willing to push back against misinformation and opposition rooted in outdated fears.
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?
We can declare housing a crisis and we can debate about growth, but unless more homes are built, Utah’s housing shortage tax will only increase.

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