Impromptu Big houses, small houses, we just need (a lot) more houses
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Jan 7, 2025 Jerusalem Demsas, a Staff Writer at The Atlantic specializing in housing issues, and Bryan DeHenau, a seasoned Michigan roofer, delve into America’s housing crisis. They discuss the challenges posed by high interest rates and a lack of diverse housing options. Their conversation highlights the urgent need for policy reforms aimed at creating more multifamily homes, especially for seniors. They also emphasize the importance of overcoming local resistance to build the housing stock that communities desperately need.
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Reverse American Dream
- Bryan DeHenau grew up in a spacious four-bedroom house in suburban Detroit.
- Now living in an apartment, he still feels drawn to the traditional ideal of a house with a yard.
Housing Crisis Overview
- The US housing market is experiencing a crisis, with high prices and mortgage rates.
- There's a shortage of millions of housing units, making homeownership unattainable for many renters.
Policy Recommendations for Housing
- Eliminate or reduce parking minimums to lower development costs.
- Reduce minimum lot sizes to enable construction of more affordable starter homes.
