AARP

May 12, 2021

Livable Communities Newsletter | AARP.org/Livable

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ADUs Come in Many Shapes and Sizes

Accessory dwelling units (ADUs) can be attached, detached, internal upper-level, lower-level and more. They’re able to fit discreetly into all sorts of communities, including suburban subdivisions, row-house streets, walkable towns or urban neighborhoods — and, of course, large lots and rural regions.

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Livable Lesson Videos: ADUs

Eli Spevak, a builder and advocate for community-oriented housing that’s both affordable and environmentally friendly, discusses the important history of and current need for accessory dwelling units. (Eli is also the co-author of The ABCs of ADUs, a free publication from AARP.)

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Livability News & Notes

The Power of Cute, Affordable Townhouses — A row of 19th-century townhouses in Alexandria, Virginia, offer a great model. Source: Public Square ►

The Rise of Suburban Rentals — With home ownership out of reach for many families in need of more space, developers are creating neighborhoods of single-family rental houses. Source: Fast Company ►

The Local Leader's Toolkit — This free resource provides a roadmap for how communities can emerge from the destabilizing impact of the COVID-19 pandemic “stronger, more prosperous, and more resilient than ever.” Source: Strong Towns ►

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AARP Livable Communities Map — Use this interactive map to discover where and how AARP is helping communities become more livable and age-friendly, so people of all ages can thrive — and make where they live and want to remain a lifelong home. Learn How!