Find a Missing Affordable Housing Solution
July 15, 2020
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The 'Missing' Affordable Housing Solution
Daniel Parolek is a frequent AARP Livable Communities contributor. In his new book (pictured), the architect and urban planner explains why historically inspired mid-sized residences are a needed but missing housing option for people of all ages.
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'Missing Middle' Housing Types
The house shown here contains four homes. See the once-common housing options that are now needed to fill the gap between oversized apartment buildings and single-family homes.
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Mall Makeovers
— As COVID-19 hastens the “retail apocalypse,” some declining shopping malls are becoming mixed-use properties with housing, shops and community spaces.
Source:
Bloomberg CityLab
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Walking Wellness
— People are more likely to live to 100 years old if they reside in safe (and wealthy) neighborhoods with high levels of walkability.
Source:
Insider
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Social Distancing
— A lawn mowed into a checkerboard becomes a natural social-distancing green space.
Source:
Urban Gardens
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TAKE THE CYCLING SURVEY
The experiences and preferences of older bicycle-riders can inform local leaders about the cycling infrastructure and services that all bicyclists need. Answer the
50+ Cycling Survey
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AARP.org/Coronavirus
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