Tag: affordability

Washington, D.C. is Experiencing a Housing Affordability Problem and Accessory Dwelling Units May Be the Answer

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On October 15, District of Columbia Mayor Muriel Bowser and the Office of Planning released a draft of their Comprehensive Plan. The plan focuses on affordable housing as a top priority - which, in case you didn't know, is a major issue throughout the city. Rent costs in Washington, D.C. have risen dramatically since 2012;… Continue reading Washington, D.C. is Experiencing a Housing Affordability Problem and Accessory Dwelling Units May Be the Answer

The Millennial Migration Is an Opportunity for Sustainable Suburban Development

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You may have heard that millennials and Gen Xers are fleeing big cities to more affordable suburban markets. 2018 marks the fourth year in a row that cities with at least half a million people saw a drop in residents age 25 to 39 from the previous year. Census data shows that most of those… Continue reading The Millennial Migration Is an Opportunity for Sustainable Suburban Development