Learn about the pro-housing movement and how you can make housing more affordable near you!
Have a housing proposal that needs our support? Tell us about it!
Our goal is to make Washington DC a place where everyone can build a life, regardless of their background or income. We recognize the need for diverse housing types, such as row homes, apartments, and ADUs, to accommodate different needs and preferences. The housing affordability crisis in Washington DC threatens our city's unique diversity and rich cultural heritage. Together, we can build a more inclusive and affordable capital city for all.
Support Alley Homes
The Zoning Commission is taking up a proposal to enhance housing creation in alleys across the District. Many DC alleys contain lots that can technically be built on, but the process is so cumbersome that very few ever become homes. Alley lots are underutilized spaces that could supply starter homes and small apartments to help alleviate DC’s housing shortage. While we support these changes, we believe the proposal should go further.
Say YES to Homes in Ward 3
Send a message to the Zoning Commission and DC Council: say yes to homes in Ward 3 and commit to broader upzoning in the Comprehensive Plan! DC’s Office of Planning has advanced smart rezonings along Wisconsin Ave (Friendship Heights–Tenleytown) and Connecticut Ave (Cleveland Park–Woodley Park). These changes put more homes, including income-restricted, affordable homes, near Metro, schools, jobs, and neighborhood retail. They’ll support small businesses, make streets more walkable, and open high-opportunity neighborhoods to more neighbors.
Support Homes at 901 Monroe St NE
For over 10 years, the lot next to the Brookland Metro station has been sitting vacant. This prime location could provide much-needed housing in Ward 5, yet it has remained empty due to restrictive zoning and a few loud voices opposing change. A new proposal aims to upzone the site, which would allow for a 230-unit apartment building with homes ranging from studios to 3-bedrooms. Act now to let the Zoning Commission know that you support homes at 901 Monroe St NE.
Run for ANC
Our city’s Advisory Neighborhood Commissions (ANCs) play a crucial role in shaping local policies and developments. Pro-housing commissioners can push forward essential housing projects, support community improvements, and build political power for the YIMBY movement. Learn how you can run for ANC!
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Policies we support
Allow more housing in every neighborhood, especially historically affluent and exclusionary neighborhoods, removing barriers to both subsidized affordable and market rate housing
Reform structures that incentivize communities to say no to new homes, including tax systems and car centric transportation systems.
Make housing permits fast and fair, removing arbitrary barriers to both subsidized affordable and market rate housing.
Enact policies that support current residents having stable housing choices amid growth.
Increase funding for subsidized affordable housing through a wide variety of mechanisms, including direct subsidies.
