This database provides a comprehensive look at how we can address the affordable housing crisis we face; namely, reducing regulations to allow the construction of more “missing middle” housing (see graphic below). This database includes commentary pieces from across the spectrum—Conservative, Progressive, and Libertarian—demonstrating this is not a political Right-vs-Left issue. As the Harvard economist, Edward Glaeser, notes in one of the articles below, “Reforming local land use controls is one of those rare areas in which the libertarian and progressive agree.”

Also included in this database are links to articles or reports that provide additional resources or toolkits for policy makers on addressing affordable housing and zoning reform.

And if you would rather watch a few YouTube videos instead of read, we’ve got those too!

What are the legislative changes that prompted national journalists to call the Montana Legislature’s housing efforts the, “Montana Miracle?” click here.

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YouTube Videos
Commentary & Reports
Zoning Atlas and Policy Toolkits
Scholarship & Research

Further Reading
Local Housing Studies
Additional Research


Videos

Commentary & Reports


Toolkits


Scholarship & Research


Further Reading


Local Housing Reports

“Research consensus: Strict zoning regulations increase costs, reduce growth.” (pg. 18)
Downtown Billings Housing Study
Regional Housing Study

Additional Research