During Hurricane Ida, extreme rain, unlicensed apartments, and underlying socioeconomic conditions resulted in death and disaster in central Queens. These strategies can help prevent that from happening again.
Homes that meet the needs of all people at all income levels and all stages of life are critical for healthy, thriving communities.”
Age-Friendly Accessory Dwelling Units
Elected officials and planners from around the region discussed how accessory dwelling units can benefit older adults in their communities, and how to expand access to this type of housing.
Accessory Dwelling Units in New York
Land use reform leaders from Connecticut discussed their strategies with lawmakers and advocates from New York who are trying to legalize accessory dwelling units in 2022.
Accessory Dwelling Units in New Jersey
Local lawmakers from New Jersey described how they are embracing accessory dwelling units and how these new housing options are benefitting their communities.
In 1968 RPA published our Second Regional Plan, a series of reports that called for more investment in cities and more compact development to reduce sprawl. “Public Services in Older Cities” recommended doubling the amount of federal spending on social services like health and education to help break cycles of poverty, particularly in inner city communities.