Housing

Our homes are extensions of ourselves and our families, the familiar physical space serving our daily needs. The location, cost, and accessibility of these spaces are key factors in ensuring people can remain in their homes throughout their lifetimes.

Spotlight Articles

Expanding ADU Development and Occupancy: Solutions for Removing Local Barriers to ADU Construction

This guide is intended to help community leaders, planners, and housing practitioners and advocates identify and overcome specific challenges that limit the local supply and legal occupancy of ADUs.

Date: May 26, 2023

2021 AARP Home and Community Preferences Survey

A national AARP survey of U.S. adults age 18+ to determine their preferences in housing, transportation, and outdoor spaces.

Date: November 18, 2021

2018 Home and Community Preferences: A National Survey of Adults Ages 18-Plus

This survey provides insights that show the importance of making our homes and communities great places for people of all ages.

Date: July 31, 2019

AARP’s Accessory Dwelling Units: A Step by Step Guide to Design and Development is an ADU design catalog for homeowners, builders and local stakeholders who are interested in learning more about ADUs and expanding housing options within the community.

Date: April 18, 2019

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