

Dismantling the myths around NIMBY
Flatirons Habitat sees affordable housing development as a major win for our community: research suggests that offering housing options for households of every income level yields economic benefits, reduces traffic, and leads to more educated and equitable communities. However, we sometimes encounter residents who oppose a new affordable development near their own home. This “Not In My Backyard” (NIMBY) mentality often stems from the myths and misunderstandings around afforda