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Category Archives: Solutions
‘Little Communities’: A zoning proposal
A zoning proposal
In light of the density issue, we suggest limited re-zoning for these smaller units in existing housing, to create what we may call “little communities.” Rezoning for smaller units could be limited to along public transportation routes … Read More “‘Little Communities’: A zoning proposal”
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The density issue
Unused spaces in basements, attics, and garages are widely available for smaller units, as are large apartments that can be subdivided. The potential new supply of smaller units, then, is very large and could increase population density far more than … Read More “The density issue”
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The fire sprinkler issue
A major obstacle is a costly requirement to install fire sprinklers in all units when a fourth unit is added. Fire sprinklers save lives and property. Every new unit adds a stove and furnace, both fire sources. The requirement is … Read More “The fire sprinkler issue”
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The fashionable trend to smaller units
We at SPOA have been aware for many years of “naturally affordable” smaller units, lumped together as “accessory dwelling units.” Recently, the idea of “micro-units” has gained attention. They are very small, compact units, cheaper but relatively costly as new … Read More “The fashionable trend to smaller units”
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SPOA Proposal: Create smaller-sized, lower-rent units rapidly in existing rental housing
We are over-housed
Housing advocates often call for more family-sized units with two or three bedrooms – a wrong-headed idea. Today’s households are much smaller than they used to be, and they often live in large units built originally … Read More “SPOA Proposal: Create smaller-sized, lower-rent units rapidly in existing rental housing”
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