Middle Housing
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Is the Middle Missing? A Guide to Expanding Options for Utah Homebuyers and Renters
“Missing Middle Housing” refers to housing that occupies the “middle” ground between large-lot, single-family homes and large apartment complexes. It offers the potential to increase the supply of housing, but at a scale that is less objectionable to most neighbors and with strong design quality that can improve upon neighborhoods.
Below you can find an executive summary and four main reports outlining the major research on middle housing. We also include a variety of resources related to the project.
Reports
Executive summary
Part I: The Scope of the Challenge
Part II: What is the Middle Housing, and Where is It?
Part III: Utahns’ Development Preferences
Part IV: Obstacles and Opportunities
Event
Breakfast Briefing: Housing Challenges, the Missing Middle and the Future of Utah Communities (March 22, 2022)
Utah Foundation Resources
Utah Thrives Podcasts
- Exploring One Answer to Housing Challenges
- The Evolution of Housing Development in Utah
- Local Ground Rules and the Missing Middle
Op-eds
- Utah’s housing numbers draw a double-take
- Can Utah bring in new housing types without ruffling feathers?
- How communities can change the playbook to expand housing options
Map and Zoning Analysis
Other Resources
Salt Lake County
Wasatch Front Regional Council
Opticos Design
Form-Based Codes Institute
Strong Towns
Middle Housing Videos
Special thanks to Salt Lake County, the Sorenson Legacy Foundation, the Utah League of Cities and Towns, the Wasatch Front Regional Council and Y2 Analytics for providing project-based support.