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Housing Policy Case Studies

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Charlottesville, VA’s path to equitable zoning reform

Charlottesville, VA, overhauled its zoning code in 2023 to address housing affordability and racial equity. Learn how the city eliminated single-family zoning, added affordability incentives, and protected vulnerable neighborhoods from displacement.
University of VA, Charlottesville

How YIMBY activists helped secure new housing in Charlottesville, VA

Pro-housing advocacy was vital in promoting development in Charlottesville, Virginia, as the City Council approved the construction of two large apartment buildings despite opposition from the University of Virginia and some residents. The local YIMBY group, Livable Cville, played a key role by actively supporting the development through direct advocacy, writing letters to city officials, and educating the community on the benefits of increasing housing supply. Their efforts highlight how local YIMBY activism can significantly impact policy and planning decisions.

Seattle “Grand Bargain”

Seattle’s Grand Bargain achieved national attention in large part due to the breadth of the stakeholder coalition that participated in developing and agreeing to the MHA initiative.

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