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December 1, 2021

Livable Communities Newsletter | AARP.org/Livable

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An accessory dwelling unit, or ADU, is a small house
or apartment that exists on the same property lot as a single-family residence. ADUs provide an affordable, flexible and often income-generating housing option that meets the needs of older adults and young households alike. We’ve expanded and updated our popular publication with new information and new photos.

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The number of older adult households is rapidly growing, intensifying the need for housing that’s both accessible and affordable. According to the 2021 AARP Home and Community Preferences Survey, the majority of adults say they would reside in an ADU in order to maintain their own space while living close to someone. A similar amount said they would consider building an ADU on their property for a loved one.

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Livability News & Notes

Free e-Book About Alley Housing — The American Alley: A Hidden Resource explains how neglected alleyways can be transformed into small, quiet residential streets featuring unique, highly desirable homes.
Source: Strong Towns ►

A Complete ‘Complete Streets’ Policy — With the help of a CNU code audit and the support of AARP and other organizations, Evansville, Indiana, has adopted a Complete Streets ordinance that, experts say, will quickly provide positive, tangible results.
Source: Public Square ►

Public Transit for All People — Nearly 20 percent of transit stations in the United States aren’t accessible to people with disabilities. The new Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act includes money for transit and commuter rail agencies to upgrade their stations.
Source: CBS News ►

SPOT SCAMS, HELP STOP FRAUD

Older adults are a frequent target of scammers and — according to a recent report from AARP Research — veterans, active-duty service members and their families are more likely to lose money to scams and fraud than the civilian population. The AARP Fraud Watch Network provides tips for avoiding scams and tools for reporting fraud and suspected fraud.

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