Kudos to the SLO County Board of Supervisors for its work with tiny homes. Small homes can be located on large parcels or infill lots countywide. Infill lots can simplify commuting. I see a lot of businesses advertising for young workers. Allowing contractors to build tiny homes would be in the county’s best interest. Homes under 1,000 square feet, with reduced permit costs and red tape for the builders, will lower the cost of homes. Deed restrictions can enforce keeping the houses tiny; ideas like these can help our young people and seniors have affordable housing as their inventory increases.
Lee Engdahl
Pismo Beach
This article appears in Feb 9-19, 2023.
Right on, Lee! Smaller homes of all types can help with SLO’s housing crisis. They can be accessory dwelling units, single family homes, PUDs, row houses, condos and apartments. Smaller homes cost less to build, buy, maintain and rents. They can be a win for everyone.