SRO Zoning Resurgence

What is happening? Studios are back, baby! As in studio apartments, single room occupancy (SRO) spaces.

Why is this important? Some see SROs as a way back to affordable living. There are SROs that are so small that a normal height person can stand and touch 2 opposing walls.

How will this be important? Philadelphia is considering  legalize single-room residences in all multifamily and commercial zoning districts. Minneapolis is considering it in its zoning reforms. San Francisco is protecting its remaining SROs.

Governing | SRO Housing, Nearly Zoned Out of Existence, Could Re-Emerge