See five examples of inspiring small space designs in person, in the South Park Blocks just outside the Portland State University Smith Center all day! Free and open to the... Read More

Oregon Metro Councilor Bob Stacey and Oregon State Legislature Representative Alissa Keny-Guyer will provide context and an energizing introduction for the Summit’s full day of educational sessions on housing equity... Read More

The Portland metro region has a long history of innovative land use policies focused on protecting farm and forest land and preserving livability in the face of growth. More recently... Read More

Legalizing and promoting accessory dwelling unit (ADU) development helps cities to generate substantial new housing, brings affordable units to many neighborhoods, uses urban assets more intensively, responds to changing demographics... Read More

Accessory dwelling units (ADUs) are emerging as a potentially significant source of new housing in America’s cities, but there is relatively little research available to inform the decisions that cities,... Read More

Learn about successful strategies used to grow local accessory dwelling unit (ADU) markets through the removal of regulatory barriers, providing incentives for development, and education for professionals and homeowners. There... Read More

Join us for a casual lunch-time exhibit of projects that excel in affordability, equity and sustainability. This showcase highlights work by the PSU Institute for Sustainable Solutions and Center for... Read More

The majority of people who successfully build an accessory dwelling unit (ADU) on their property have a particular set of resources and skills. For homeowners, financing the build and navigating... Read More

While smaller housing represents a solution to both affordability and growth management issues, regulations have impeded the robust development of accessory dwelling units (ADUs). This session will focus on how... Read More

Cities experiencing booming populations and skyrocketing housing prices are also facing the challenge of caring for an increasing number of citizens experiencing houselessness. These cities need new models for affordable... Read More

By adding new housing options to the neighborhoods where people most want to live, ADUs are playing a small but growing role in easing the housing crisis so many cities... Read More

Design plays a significant role in the creation and development of individual accessory dwelling units (ADUs), and in the development of the entire ADU market. In this session, leading ADU... Read More

Accessory dwelling units (ADUs) address many current deficiencies in the housing market: small homes are a good fit for young couples, empty nesters, and seniors; and in popular and established... Read More

Accessory dwelling units (ADUs) can be an important sustainability strategy for cities seeking to protect the environment for their citizens and meet greenhouse gas reduction targets.  Because ADUs are often... Read More

According to AARP research, 90 percent of people 45+ want to remain in their own home and community as long as possible. How do accessory dwelling units (ADUs) fit into... Read More

This panel session includes some of the most prolific builders of accessory dwelling units (ADUs) in the United States and Canada. Smallworks of Vancouver, BC; New Avenue of San Francisco;... Read More

Robert Liberty from the Portland State University Institute for Sustainable Solutions provides provides a wrap-up to the day and invites Summit attendees to share their thoughts.

This fast-paced, image-heavy session features exciting small house projects that address real needs in the market, including workforce housing, modular designs and age-friendly features. Explore what it truly means to... Read More

Building on the Tiny Homes for the Houseless Session, this guided tour will visit new and established communities that use small structures as transitional housing for people experiencing houselessness. These... Read More

  Take a guided or self-guided tour of real accessory dwelling units in Portland. The tour will visit five ADUs of different types (detached, garage and basement), with builders, designers... Read More

After the ADU and Small Home Tour and Tiny House Villages Tour, join other tour participants and Summit attendees for an informational after-party and social hour at the Alberta Street... Read More

This one-day workshop is a primer for homeowners to learn to build accessory dwelling units (ADUs) that will enhance their properties, maximize their space, and add flexibility to their lives.... Read More

With the Portland Metro area projected to grow by 725,000 by 2035, accessory dwelling units (ADUs) will become an increasingly advantageous and popular option for property owners.  Attending the free... Read More