About this Event
Rebekah Kik is the assistant city administrator for the city of Kalamazoo, Michigan.
Her talk will provide attendees with a comprehensive understanding of zoning’s impact, from accessory dwelling units and missing middle housing to mixed-use developments.
You will learn:
- How zoning laws influence housing density, affordability, and accessibility.
- Strategies for maximizing underutilized land, reviving historic land use patterns, and fostering complete 15-minute neighborhoods.
- Common obstacles such as NIMBYism and regulatory challenges, and examine innovative solutions to move projects forward.
- How to engage residents in the planning process to ensure affordable housing initiatives align with local needs.
This session is ideal for community members, advocates, planners, and policymakers seeking actionable insights to create more inclusive, affordable, and vibrant neighborhoods.
The talk will be held on Monday, February 24th at 6 p.m. at the Wesley Abbey building of First United Methodist Church (2 E Wright Street).
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
2 E Wright St, 2 East Wright Street, Pensacola, United States