Phoenix Says, ‘Yes In My Backyard’
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Phoenix, Arizona is having a YIMBY moment.
The city council voted Tuesday on allowing accessory dwelling units (ADUs) in the backyards of family homes in Phoenix. The current Phoenix zoning ordinance prohibits the construction of livable structures in backyards. These ADUs, commonly known as casitas, guest houses, or in-law suites, are livable structures built in backyards.
Under these proposed changes, casitas would be permitted to have electricity and plumbing, provided they adhere to specific size and placement requirements and gain approval from the city. Homeowners would be allowed to rent out the structure, but they must reside in either the main home or the ADU.
While state law currently prevents cities from outright banning short-term rentals, city council members are also actively working to convince the Arizona Legislature to reconsider these restrictions. This effort has garnered bipartisan support.
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