How Do Local Zoning Laws Affect Affordable Housing?

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Zoning laws shape what can be built, where, and for whom. Here’s how they impact affordable housing supply and design.

Common Zoning Barriers #

  • Minimum lot sizes and parking requirements
  • Restrictions on multi-family units or ADUs

How Zoning Can Help #

  • Inclusionary zoning or density bonuses
  • By-right approvals or streamlined permitting

? Pro Tip: Local advocates can influence zoning reforms by attending planning meetings and supporting affordable projects.


Updated on April 21, 2025

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