Recent zoning reforms make it easier to permit backyard homes like this in the East End of Boise. (Photo by Daniel Malarkey / Sightline Institute) This is your first of three free stories this month.

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A Blaine couple who wanted to build a small dwelling on their property for another family in need is suing the city of Blaine, alleging that the City Council violated state and federal law by denying ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. With a housing shortage and expensive mortgages, Accessory Dwelling Units -- or ADUs -- are becoming more common throughout ...

Something quietly remarkable is happening across America's residential backyards and basements. More and more families are ditching the assisted living brochure in favor of a construction permit. The ...